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Import Cars from Japan to New Zealand
New Zealand is one of the largest per-capita importers of Japanese used vehicles. JVS ships weekly to Auckland with biosecurity-compliant cleaning and full NZTA documentation.
Ports of entry
Auckland, Wellington, Lyttelton
Steering side
Right-hand drive only
Age limit
Frontal-impact & emissions standards apply (typically 2005+ petrol)
Inspection
Mandatory pre-shipment MPI biosecurity inspection + NZTA entry certification
Duties & taxes
GST 15% + ACC levy + first registration fee (no import duty on passenger cars from Japan under FTA)
Shipping time
21–28 days RoRo to Auckland
How to import a car from Japan to New Zealand
- 1Choose your vehicleBrowse our verified live inventory or request a custom sourcing from Japan's auctions.
- 2Reserve & pay invoiceWe issue a proforma invoice (CIF to your port). Pay by bank wire to our corporate account.
- 3Pre-shipment inspectionJEVIC, QISJ or BIVAC inspection completed in Japan per destination requirements.
- 4ShippingVehicle loaded on the next weekly RoRo or container vessel. Tracking provided.
- 5Documents dispatchedOriginal Bill of Lading, Export Certificate, Inspection Certificate, and Invoice couriered to you.
- 6Clearance at portUse your local clearing agent (or our partner) to pay duties and collect the vehicle.
Most popular models in New Zealand
Toyota AquaNissan LeafToyota PriusMazda AxelaSubaru LegacyToyota Hiace
Ready to import to New Zealand?
Tell us the make, model, and year. We'll send a CIF quote to your nearest port within 24 hours.