Japan Used Car Import Duty / Regulation in Angola
Year Restrictions
Max. 3 Years Old
Destination Port
Luanda, Durban
Time of Shipment
24-36 Days (RoRo)
Vessel Schedule
Monthly (RoRo)
Shipping Line
Waitara
Inspection
PSI

Shipping Ports:
The most recommended shipping port in the country is Durban port.
Age Restriction:
Light motor vehicles imported in the country should not be more than 3 years, while Heavy vehicles should not be more than 5 years from the date of production.
Left-Hand Drive Vehicles:
Importation of left-hand drive vehicles are allowed in the country.
Inspection:
A Pre Shipment Inspection (PSI) in the country of origin is required. Vehicles imported by Diplomats are not subjected to PSI as they have cleared the vehicle with a Diplomatic Franchise at destination.
Documents Required for vehicle clearance:

Duties and Taxes:
- The vehicle is allowed to stay in Angola for 2 years with a possible one-year extension.
- A bond deposit of 40-45per. of CIF value is required. When the vehicle is re-exported, the deposit is paid back.
- Requires 40-45 per. tax based on CIF value.
- Import taxes on all vehicles (except pick up with 5 percent tax) are 10 per. plus VAT.
VAT on vehicles depends upon the following:
Gasoline Engine | |
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Engines CC | Taxes |
Up to 1500 CC | 10% |
1500 to 3000 CC | 20% |
Over 2500 CC | 30% |
Diesel Engine | |
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Engines CC | Taxes |
1500 to 2500 CC | 20% |
Over 25600 CC | 30% |
Over 2500 CC | 30% |
Note- Vehicle should be cleared as soon as it reaches Luanda. If it cleared any late i.e. after the 30th day following its arrival in the country due to lack of documentation will be charged with 5% on the basis of CIF value.
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