Import Rules, Regulations, Policies & Procedures To Import Japan Used Cars In Bahamas
Check all the key points related to import rules, regulations, policies, documentations, duties and taxes, inspections, restrictions, shipping ports, etc. which you should keep in mind while importing Used Cars from Japan to Bahamas
Year Restriction
Max. 10 Years Old
Destination Port
Freeport, Grand Bahama, NassauTime of Shipment
Time of Shipment
RoRo (24-39 Days)
Vessel Schedule
RoRo (Monthly)
Shipping Line
CNC JAPAN(ECL)
Inspection
No Inspection Required
Used Car Import Rules & Regulations in Bahamas
Left-Hand Drive Vehicles
Importation of left hand drive vehicles is preferred in Bahamas.
Inspection
No inspection required. Marine Insurance-Not mandatory
Age Restriction
Age restriction on used vehicles imported in Bahamas is four years. Special permission is required for importation of trailers and caravans. Upon arrival the vehicle must be taken directly to the Road Traffic Department for inspection and licensing.
Used Cars Import Duties And Taxes In Bahamas
Import Taxes Rates
- Custom duties depend on the CIF value:
- Car Value of $10,000 – 20,000: 50% Duty
- Car Value of over $20,000: 65% Duty
- VAT: As of January 1st 2015, Bahamians must pay an additional 7.5percent tax on imported vehicles, unless imported on a temporary basis.
- Environmental levy is USD 200.
- Procedure fee is 1percent of FOB price.
- Other charges may include: storage fees, freight and insurance and landed charges.
Used Cars Import Documentation in Bahamas
- Copy of Certificate of Title and Registration
- Original Commercial/ Purchase Invoice
- Import permit
- Bill of Lading
- Certificate of Inspection
- Taxpayer Identification Number
- C-14 form for Nassau if your vehicle will arrive at Nassau Port
- C-13 form for Freeport if your vehicle will arrive at Free Port
- C-43 form for Declaration of the Value of the imported vehicle
- Payment of an additional 7.5 percent tax imposed on the imported vehicle
- Copy of ID/Passport/Driving License