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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 20โ€“30% + VAT 16% + Carbon Tax + Surtax (age-based)
Shipping time
28โ€“40 days to Dar es Salaam, then road to Lusaka

How to import a car from Japan to Zambia

  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 Zambia

Toyota Hilux SurfToyota Mark XHonda FitToyota VitzNissan Caravan

Ready to import to Zambia?

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

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