Import Cars from Japan to Zambia

Zambia is a landlocked country importing via Dar es Salaam and Durban. JVS arranges door-to-door delivery to Lusaka, Ndola, and Kitwe.

Ports of entry

Dar es Salaam (transit), Durban (transit)

Steering side

Right-hand drive only

Age limit

Surtax applies for vehicles 5+ years

Inspection

JEVIC inspection recommended

Duties & taxes

Customs Duty 25% + Excise 20–30% + VAT 16% + Carbon Tax + Surtax (age-based)

Shipping time

28–40 days to Dar es Salaam, then road to Lusaka

How to import a car from Japan to Zambia

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 Hilux SurfToyota Mark XHonda FitToyota VitzNissan Caravan

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