Import Cars from Japan to Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka is a top market for Japanese hybrids and compact cars. JVS ships weekly to Colombo with full Sri Lanka Customs documentation.

Ports of entry

Colombo, Hambantota

Steering side

Right-hand drive only

Age limit

Strict age limits (varies: 3 years cars, 5 years vans)

Inspection

Pre-shipment inspection required

Duties & taxes

Customs Duty + Excise (high, engine-size based) + VAT + PAL + Luxury Tax

Shipping time

14–21 days RoRo to Colombo

How to import a car from Japan to Sri Lanka

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

Toyota AquaHonda VezelSuzuki Wagon RToyota PremioNissan Leaf

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