All countries / Tanzania
Import Cars from Japan to Tanzania
Tanzania is a key gateway for vehicle imports into East and Central Africa. JVS ships weekly from Japan directly to Dar es Salaam.
Ports of entry
Dar es Salaam
Steering side
Right-hand drive only
Age limit
No age limit; excise duty applies for vehicles 8+ years
Inspection
JEVIC pre-shipment inspection required
Duties & taxes
Import Duty 25% + Excise 0–20% + VAT 18% + Railway Levy 1.5%
Shipping time
21–28 days RoRo to Dar es Salaam
How to import a car from Japan to Tanzania
- 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 Tanzania
Toyota ISTToyota NoahToyota HiaceToyota RAV4Nissan AD Van
Ready to import to Tanzania?
Tell us the make, model, and year. We'll send a CIF quote to your nearest port within 24 hours.