JVS Global
JVS GLOBAL
Japanese Vehicle Solutions
All countries / France

Import Cars from Japan to France

France imports Japanese sports cars and 4x4s via Le Havre and Marseille. JVS provides full EU documentation and arranges French registration (carte grise) through trusted partners.

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Ports of entry
Le Havre, Marseille, Zeebrugge (transit)
Steering side
Left-hand drive preferred; RHD allowed with restrictions
Age limit
No age limit; CO₂-based malus for newer vehicles; classics (30+ years) get tax breaks
Inspection
EU type approval or individual COC; Contrôle Technique post-arrival
Duties & taxes
Import Duty 10% + VAT 20% + CO₂ malus (newer cars) + registration tax (carte grise)
Shipping time
40–55 days RoRo to Le Havre / Marseille

How to import a car from Japan to France

  1. 1
    Choose your vehicle
    Browse our verified live inventory or request a custom sourcing from Japan's auctions.
  2. 2
    Reserve & pay invoice
    We issue a proforma invoice (CIF to your port). Pay by bank wire to our corporate account.
  3. 3
    Pre-shipment inspection
    JEVIC, QISJ or BIVAC inspection completed in Japan per destination requirements.
  4. 4
    Shipping
    Vehicle loaded on the next weekly RoRo or container vessel. Tracking provided.
  5. 5
    Documents dispatched
    Original Bill of Lading, Export Certificate, Inspection Certificate, and Invoice couriered to you.
  6. 6
    Clearance at port
    Use your local clearing agent (or our partner) to pay duties and collect the vehicle.

Most popular models in France

Nissan Skyline GT-RToyota SupraHonda NSXMazda RX-7Toyota Land CruiserSubaru Impreza WRX STI

Ready to import to France?

Tell us the make, model, and year. We'll send a CIF quote to your nearest port within 24 hours.

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