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Complete Import Process Overview

End-to-end overview of the Japanese car import process from selection to delivery

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Intermediate 10-12 weeks
How to Import to Tanzania

Complete guide to importing Japanese used cars to Tanzania including customs, TRA registration, and costs

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Intermediate 8-10 weeks
How to Import to Kenya

Complete guide to importing to Kenya with KEBS inspection, IDF requirements, and Mombasa port procedures

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Comprehensive, country-specific import guides with step-by-step procedures, documentation requirements, and cost breakdowns

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Quick search examples: "Tanzania", "TZ", "Dar es Salaam", "8 years", "Mombasa"
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Tanzania
Dar es Salaam
Year Limit
Maximum 8 years from first registration
Shipping
10-12 weeks
Import Duty
25% of CIF value ~47.5%
Inspection Required
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Kenya
Mombasa
Year Limit
Maximum 8 years from first registration
Shipping
8-10 weeks
Import Duty
25% of CIF value ~45.0%
Inspection Required
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Bangladesh
Chittagong
Year Limit
Maximum 5 years from Manufacture Year.
Shipping
6-8 weeks
Import Duty
Variable (depends on CC)
Inspection Required
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Angola
Luanda
Year Limit
Check current regulations
Shipping
6-8 weeks
Inspection Required
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Documentation

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Shipping methods and customs clearance

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Vehicle Selection

Choosing the right vehicle for your market

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Import Process Timeline

Typical timeline from order to delivery (8-12 weeks total)

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Vehicle Selection & Purchase

Week 1-2

Choose vehicle, verify auction sheet, confirm price, make payment

Cost: Vehicle price + auction fees
2
Export Preparation

Week 2-3

Export certificate, deregistration, transport to port, loading

Cost: $200-400
3
Ocean Shipping

Week 4-9

RORO or container shipping to destination port (35-45 days)

Cost: $850-1,300
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Customs Clearance

Week 9-11

Import duty, VAT, port charges, clearing agent, inspection

Cost: Varies by country (typically 50-60% of CIF)
5
Registration & Delivery

Week 11-12

Vehicle inspection, registration, number plates, insurance, delivery

Cost: $300-600
Total Timeline: 8-12 weeks from order to driving your vehicle!

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The complete import process typically takes 8-12 weeks from purchase to delivery. This includes: vehicle selection (1-2 weeks), shipping (4-6 weeks), customs clearance (1-2 weeks), and registration (1-2 weeks). Timing may vary based on destination country and port.
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Total cost is approximately 2x the FOB price. For example, a $5,000 FOB vehicle will cost around $10,000-11,000 total including shipping ($850-1,300), duties (25-35%), VAT (16-18%), port charges ($200-400), and registration fees ($300-600).
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We accept bank transfer (TT), PayPal, and wire transfer. Full payment is required before shipment. We can also arrange payment plans for established customers.
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Tanzania typically allows vehicles up to 8 years old from year of first registration. Always verify current regulations before purchase as rules may change.
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Kenya strictly enforces an 8-year age limit from first registration date. Additionally, IDF (Import Declaration Form) must be obtained before shipping. Age verification is strict and vehicles exceeding this limit will be rejected.
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RORO (Roll-On/Roll-Off) is cheaper ($850-1,100) but vehicle must run and drive. Container shipping ($2,000-2,800) protects vehicle better and allows non-running vehicles. RORO is recommended for most imports unless vehicle cannot run or requires extra protection.
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