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Country Regulations for Importing Japanese Used Cars

Country regulations for importing Japanese used cars are different in every market. Use this guide before buying from Japan to check age limits, inspection rules, RHD/LHD steering requirements, duties, ports, documents, and buyer risks. Nippon Vehicles helps overseas buyers check Japan-side export documents, shipping routes, and vehicle details before purchase.

Age Limit Guidance

RHD / LHD Notes

Inspection Requirements

C&F Export Support

Before You Buy, Confirm:

Vehicle age limit and first registration date

Right-hand drive / left-hand drive registration rules

Pre-shipment inspection and emissions requirements

Import permit, customs duty, VAT, and local port charges

Local registration, roadworthiness, and clearing agent process

Country Regulations Important Notice

This country regulations page is a practical buyer guide for Japanese used vehicle exports. Import rules can change quickly by government notice, customs policy, emissions standards, inspection company updates, port rules, or local registration policy. Final eligibility must be confirmed by the buyer, local customs broker, clearing agent, or local government authority before purchase.

Do not buy only by price. Always confirm that the exact year, model, steering, fuel type, emissions category, inspection certificate, and documents are acceptable in your destination country.

Vehicle AgeSome countries count from first registration date, not model year.

InspectionSome destinations require JAAI, JEVIC, QISJ, Intertek, or other certificates.

SteeringJapan vehicles are usually right-hand drive. Some countries cannot register RHD vehicles.

DutiesTaxes may depend on engine size, age, CIF value, fuel type, and vehicle category.

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Country regulations can affect the final vehicle cost, import approval, inspection, registration and delivery time. Always confirm the destination country rules before buying Japanese used cars from auction or stock.

country regulations for importing Japanese used cars

Pakistan

Very specific rules

Age rule	Common guidance: passenger cars are often handled under strict age and scheme rules. Confirm current eligible age, category, and arrival-date calculation before buying.
Steering	Usually handled under eligible overseas Pakistani schemes such as personal baggage, transfer of residence, or gift scheme, depending on current policy.
Inspection	RHD vehicles are commonly used in Pakistan, but documents and eligibility must match the approved import route.
Port	Karachi is common.
Buyer note	Duty can be high and depends on engine CC, vehicle type, scheme, and current customs valuation.

Confirm with Pakistan Customs/FBR or a licensed clearing agent before bidding.

UAE

Re-export hub

Age rule	No simple universal age rule for every case, but registration depends on local authority requirements, condition, specifications, and compliance.
Steering	UAE ordinary road registration normally requires LHD. Japanese RHD vehicles are often used for re-export, parts, classic, or special cases.
Inspection	Local testing and registration requirements apply after customs clearance.
Port	Jebel Ali is common.
Buyer note	Confirm if the vehicle is for UAE registration or re-export before purchase.

Ask your UAE clearing/registration agent before buying RHD Japanese stock.

Iraq

Broker check

Age rule	Used import eligibility, model year rules, and customs procedure must be checked by vehicle category and current policy.
Steering	Iraq is generally treated as a LHD registration market; RHD Japanese vehicles need careful confirmation before purchase.
Inspection	Customs, port, local inspection, and registration requirements apply.
Port	Umm Qasr / Basra routes are commonly discussed.
Buyer note	Do not quote or buy without confirming current eligibility with a local broker.

For Iraq, confirm exact model year, steering, and port acceptance before payment.

Saudi Arabia

SASO check

Age rule	Eligibility depends on age, specifications, emissions, safety compliance, and current customs/SASO-related requirements.
Steering	LHD is normally required for ordinary road registration.
Inspection	Inspection, conformity, customs, and local registration steps can apply.
Port	Jeddah and Dammam are common port options.
Buyer note	Japanese RHD stock is generally not suitable for normal Saudi registration.

Confirm Saudi conformity and import route before buying.

Oman

LHD market

Age rule	Used import rules depend on category, condition, and current customs/registration requirements.
Steering	LHD is normally required for ordinary registration.
Inspection	Customs, inspection, and registration checks apply locally.
Port	Sohar and Muscat routes may be used depending on shipping.
Buyer note	RHD Japanese vehicles need special confirmation before purchase.

Confirm with Oman clearing agent before bidding.

Qatar

LHD market

Age rule	Age and import eligibility depend on current local authority requirements and category.
Steering	LHD is normally required for ordinary road registration.
Inspection	Customs, inspection, and registration requirements apply.
Port	Hamad Port / Doha area.
Buyer note	Japanese RHD vehicles are not normally ideal for Qatar registration.

Confirm exact rules locally before buying.

Bahrain

LHD market

Age rule	Used import rules must be checked by age, category, and local registration policy.
Steering	LHD is normally required for ordinary registration.
Inspection	Customs and vehicle inspection requirements apply.
Port	Khalifa Bin Salman Port may be used.
Buyer note	Confirm if any special-use or classic exceptions apply.

Check with a Bahrain clearing agent before shipment.

Kuwait

LHD market

Age rule	Import eligibility depends on model year, category, local approval and current customs rules.
Steering	LHD is normally required for road registration.
Inspection	Customs, inspection, and registration process apply locally.
Port	Shuwaikh / Shuaiba routes may be used.
Buyer note	RHD Japanese stock is risky unless used for special purpose or re-export.

Confirm current Kuwait rules before purchase.

Kenya

8-year focus

Age rule	Common guidance: used vehicles should normally fall within the age limit counted from first registration date.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable because Kenya drives on the left.
Inspection	Pre-export roadworthiness inspection is normally required before shipment from Japan.
Port	Mombasa.
Buyer note	Check year cut-off carefully before buying near the end of a calendar year.

Confirm latest KEBS/QISJ-type inspection and year cut-off before payment.

Tanzania

Common destination

Age rule	Used vehicles are commonly imported, but older vehicles may face age-related tax or levy. Confirm current TRA/TBS rules.
Steering	RHD vehicles are commonly used.
Inspection	Pre-shipment inspection may be required depending on category and current program.
Port	Dar es Salaam.
Buyer note	Check duty, excise, VAT, and port charges before purchase.

Confirm with Tanzania clearing agent before bidding on older vehicles.

Namibia

Check age

Age rule	Namibia is often treated as an age-sensitive market. Confirm exact category and permit rules before buying.
Steering	RHD vehicles are generally suitable.
Inspection	Roadworthiness and local registration requirements apply after import.
Port	Walvis Bay.
Buyer note	Many buyers also use Walvis Bay for nearby regional destinations.

Confirm with NamRA/NaTIS or your clearing agent before purchase.

Uganda

Tax by age

Age rule	Used vehicles are commonly imported, but age can strongly affect environmental levy and taxes.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Confirm current inspection and roadworthiness requirements before shipment.
Port	Usually via Mombasa, then inland transport.
Buyer note	Older vehicles may become expensive after duty and environmental levy.

Confirm exact tax estimate with a Uganda clearing agent.

Zambia

Inspection important

Age rule	Used vehicles are commonly imported, but duty and valuation must be checked by engine, age, and vehicle type.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Pre-export roadworthiness inspection may be required depending on current rules.
Port	Dar es Salaam, Durban, or other routes depending on shipment plan.
Buyer note	Calculate inland transport and border charges, not only ocean freight.

Confirm inspection certificate and total landed cost before buying.

South Africa

Restricted

Age rule	Ordinary used vehicle imports are restricted. Import permit approval is required before shipment.
Steering	RHD vehicles match local driving side, but this does not remove permit restrictions.
Inspection	Roadworthy and local registration requirements apply only after import permission.
Port	Durban is common.
Buyer note	Do not buy for South Africa until import permit eligibility is confirmed.

Usually suitable only for approved categories such as returning residents, special vehicles, or permits.

Mozambique

Inspection route

Age rule	Used imports are common, but duty and inspection depend on current rules and vehicle type.
Steering	RHD vehicles are generally suitable.
Inspection	Inspection and customs process may apply before registration.
Port	Maputo is common.
Buyer note	Check import duty and inspection route before purchase.

Confirm current inspection provider and destination charges.

Zimbabwe

Common import

Age rule	Used imports are common, but duty, age, and valuation should be confirmed before buying.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Customs clearance, roadworthiness, and registration requirements apply.
Port	Often via Durban, Dar es Salaam, or Beira, then inland transport.
Buyer note	Border and inland costs can be significant.

Calculate full landed cost before payment.

Malawi

RHD market

Age rule	Used vehicles are commonly imported, but taxes and age-related costs should be confirmed.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Customs and roadworthiness requirements apply locally.
Port	Often via Beira or Dar es Salaam.
Buyer note	Check local duty and inland transport before buying.

Confirm current Malawi customs valuation with a clearing agent.

Botswana

Regional route

Age rule	Used imports are common, but registration, roadworthiness, and duty rules must be checked.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Local inspection and registration requirements apply.
Port	Often via Durban or Walvis Bay, then inland transport.
Buyer note	Check vehicle age and roadworthiness before buying.

Confirm with Botswana clearing/registration agent.

Lesotho

RHD market

Age rule	Used imports may be possible, but rules and taxes should be checked locally before purchase.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Customs and registration requirements apply.
Port	Often via South Africa transit routes.
Buyer note	Transit process and border costs matter.

Confirm local import steps before shipment.

Eswatini

RHD market

Age rule	Used imports may be possible, but eligibility and taxes must be checked locally.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Customs, inspection, and registration rules apply.
Port	Often via Durban.
Buyer note	Calculate total landed cost before bidding.

Confirm with a local clearing agent.

Mauritius

Age sensitive

Age rule	Import eligibility is age-sensitive and depends on category, permits, and current policy.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Inspection, permit, and registration requirements apply.
Port	Port Louis.
Buyer note	Do not buy before confirming exact age and permit route.

Confirm current Mauritius rules with your local agent before purchase.

United States

25-year rule

Age rule	Common guidance: vehicles 25 years old or older are the safest ordinary import path for federal safety rules.
Steering	RHD is not automatically prohibited federally, but state rules and insurance vary.
Inspection	Federal EPA/NHTSA rules, customs entry, and state registration rules all matter.
Port	Multiple ports including Los Angeles, Long Beach, Tacoma, Jacksonville, Baltimore, and others.
Buyer note	Kei truck and kei car road-use rules vary widely by state.

Confirm federal eligibility and state registration before purchase.

Canada

15-year rule

Age rule	Common guidance: Japanese-market vehicles are commonly imported when old enough under federal age rules.
Steering	RHD vehicles are common in some provinces, but insurance and provincial registration rules can vary.
Inspection	Federal import entry plus provincial safety inspection and registration requirements apply.
Port	Vancouver is common.
Buyer note	Provincial requirements can be stricter than federal import eligibility.

Confirm provincial inspection and insurance before buying.

United Kingdom

Registration process

Age rule	No simple Japan-used-car age ban for many cases, but approval, tax, MOT, and DVLA registration process must be completed.
Steering	RHD Japanese vehicles are practical for UK roads.
Inspection	NOVA notification, customs/VAT, IVA where required, MOT, and DVLA registration may apply.
Port	Southampton, Bristol, Tilbury, and other ports.
Buyer note	Some lighting, speedometer, or rear fog modifications may be needed.

Confirm IVA/MOT requirements by vehicle age and type before shipping.

Ireland

VRT focus

Age rule	No simple universal age ban for many cases, but VRT, customs, VAT, NOx/emissions, and NCT requirements matter.
Steering	RHD Japanese vehicles are practical for Ireland.
Inspection	NCT/roadworthiness and registration requirements apply after import.
Port	Dublin and other ports depending on route.
Buyer note	Always calculate VRT and taxes before purchase.

Confirm with Irish Revenue/VRT calculator or local importer before buying.

Cyprus

RHD market

Age rule	Used imports are common but age, emissions, duty, and registration rules must be checked.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Customs, inspection, and local registration requirements apply.
Port	Limassol.
Buyer note	Confirm duty and registration costs before buying.

Check exact category and emissions before purchase.

Malta

Small market

Age rule	Used vehicle eligibility depends on age, emissions, taxes, and registration requirements.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Customs, inspection, and registration checks apply.
Port	Valletta / Malta Freeport routes.
Buyer note	Import taxes can be high relative to vehicle price.

Confirm total registration cost before buying.

Australia

Approval first

Age rule	Strict import approval is required before shipping. Common routes include eligible SEVS/RAWS vehicles or older/classic vehicles depending on current rules.
Steering	RHD is suitable, but compliance approval is the main issue.
Inspection	ROVER/import approval, compliance, biosecurity, asbestos checks, state registration, and RAV requirements may apply.
Port	Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Fremantle, Adelaide.
Buyer note	Never ship before import approval is confirmed.

Australia eligibility must be checked for exact model, variant, and compliance pathway.

New Zealand

Entry certification

Age rule	No simple age limit for all vehicles, but emissions, safety, and entry certification requirements decide eligibility.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Border biosecurity, entry certification, emissions evidence, frontal impact/safety evidence, and WoF/CoF apply.
Port	Auckland, Lyttelton, Wellington, and others.
Buyer note	Confirm compliance evidence before buying unusual models.

Check with an NZ entry certifier before purchasing modified or uncommon vehicles.

Fiji

RHD island market

Age rule	Used imports are common, but age limit, emissions, and inspection rules must be checked.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Customs, inspection, and registration requirements apply.
Port	Suva / Lautoka.
Buyer note	Confirm current age limits before buying.

Good demand, but check year cut-off carefully.

Papua New Guinea

RHD market

Age rule	Used vehicles are commonly imported, but local duty, age, and inspection rules should be checked.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Customs and local registration requirements apply.
Port	Port Moresby / Lae.
Buyer note	Road conditions and parts availability should be considered.

Confirm local requirements before shipping.

Philippines

Restricted

Age rule	Used vehicle import is restricted, especially ordinary used passenger cars. Some exemptions or commercial categories may exist.
Steering	Philippines drives on the right; LHD is normally required for road registration.
Inspection	Import permit, customs clearance, local registration, and emissions/roadworthiness rules apply.
Port	Subic, Manila, Cebu depending on route.
Buyer note	Do not buy ordinary RHD Japanese passenger cars for Philippines without confirmed import permit or registration path.

Confirm with BOC/DTI/LTO or your licensed broker before purchase.

Bangladesh

5-year focus

Age rule	Used/reconditioned vehicles are commonly limited by age depending on category and policy.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	JAAI/fitness and required documents may be needed.
Port	Chattogram/Chittagong and Mongla.
Buyer note	Duties can be high and depend strongly on engine size and valuation.

Confirm latest import policy order and duty before purchase.

Sri Lanka

Policy changes

Age rule	Import policy has changed several times. Age limits, eligible vehicle categories, and permits must be checked before purchase.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable for Sri Lanka, but import permission is the main issue.
Inspection	Customs valuation, emissions, local registration, and document checks apply.
Port	Colombo and Hambantota.
Buyer note	Confirm whether passenger cars, hybrids, EVs, vans, or commercial vehicles are currently allowed before buying.

Do not purchase for Sri Lanka without current broker confirmation.

Myanmar

LHD check

Age rule	Vehicle import eligibility changes by policy, category, year, and licence/permit rules.
Steering	LHD requirements/restrictions are important. Japanese RHD vehicles may not be suitable for ordinary registration.
Inspection	Import permit, customs, registration, and roadworthiness checks apply.
Port	Yangon is common.
Buyer note	Confirm steering and permit rules before buying any Japanese vehicle.

Treat Myanmar as strict until your local broker confirms the exact vehicle.

Malaysia

AP required

Age rule	Used/reconditioned vehicle import is controlled and normally requires an approved route and category compliance.
Steering	RHD Japanese vehicles are suitable for Malaysia.
Inspection	Customs, permit documents, inspection, duties, and local registration checks apply.
Port	Port Klang and other Malaysian ports.
Buyer note	Do not ship unless AP/import route is already confirmed.

Good market for reconditioned Japanese cars, but controlled by permits.

Singapore

Strict registration

Age rule	Used import and registration cost depends on strict local rules, COE, taxes, emissions, and vehicle eligibility.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Inspection, customs, registration, and local compliance requirements apply.
Port	Singapore port.
Buyer note	Registration cost can be much higher than vehicle price.

Confirm exact eligibility and total cost before buying.

Thailand

LHD market

Age rule	Used vehicle import is controlled and duties can be high. Special permits or routes may be needed.
Steering	Thailand is a LHD market; Japanese RHD vehicles require careful confirmation.
Inspection	Customs, permits, and registration requirements apply.
Port	Laem Chabang / Bangkok routes.
Buyer note	Do not ship without confirmed import path.

Use a specialist broker for Thailand.

Cambodia

LHD market

Age rule	Used vehicles are common, but duty, age/category policy, and customs valuation must be checked.
Steering	Cambodia is a LHD market; Japanese RHD vehicles may face registration issues or conversion requirements.
Inspection	Customs, local roadworthiness, and registration requirements apply.
Port	Sihanoukville / Phnom Penh routes.
Buyer note	Confirm steering and import duty before buying Japanese stock.

Best handled with an experienced local broker.

Laos

LHD check

Age rule	Used import eligibility depends on permits, customs valuation, and current category rules.
Steering	Laos is a LHD market; Japanese RHD vehicles may not be suitable for ordinary registration.
Inspection	Customs, registration, and roadworthiness checks apply.
Port	Often via Thailand/Vietnam routes with inland transport.
Buyer note	Confirm steering, permits, and duty before buying.

Not a simple RHD Japanese used-car market.

Georgia

Re-export hub

Age rule	Used vehicles are commonly imported and re-exported, but excise/tax and technical rules depend on age, engine, emissions, and category.
Steering	Check current RHD registration and conversion rules before purchase.
Inspection	Customs, technical inspection, and registration/re-export paperwork apply.
Port	Poti / Batumi.
Buyer note	Important hub for Caucasus and Central Asia vehicle trade.

Good for re-export buyers, but final destination rules matter.

Kazakhstan

EAEU rules

Age rule	Used import cost depends on customs, engine size, age, recycling fee, and technical compliance.
Steering	LHD is generally preferred/required for normal road registration; RHD Japanese cars need careful confirmation.
Inspection	EAEU/EAC compliance, customs clearance, and registration checks can apply.
Port	Often via transit hubs before inland transport.
Buyer note	Confirm compliance and customs cost before purchase.

Good regional demand, but compliance can be strict.

Jamaica

Licence required

Age rule	Age limits vary by vehicle type. Passenger cars, light commercial, and heavy vehicles can have different limits.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Import licence, customs, roadworthiness/fitness, and local registration requirements apply.
Port	Kingston.
Buyer note	Apply for or confirm import licence before shipping.

Confirm with Trade Board/Jamaica Customs or clearing agent before buying.

Trinidad and Tobago

Permit check

Age rule	Used vehicle eligibility depends on age, permits, fuel type, engine, and current local policy.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Import permit, customs, inspection, and registration steps apply.
Port	Port of Spain / Point Lisas.
Buyer note	Do not buy before confirming import licence/permit.

Rules can be strict, so confirm before payment.

Bahamas

Common import

Age rule	Used imports are common, but duty, age, and local road registration rules should be checked.
Steering	RHD vehicles can be suitable depending on local use and regulations.
Inspection	Customs clearance and local inspection/registration apply.
Port	Nassau / Freeport.
Buyer note	Island port and local delivery costs should be checked.

Confirm current duty and inspection before buying.

Guyana

Growing market

Age rule	Used imports are common, but age and tax rules should be confirmed before purchase.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Customs and local registration requirements apply.
Port	Georgetown.
Buyer note	Check age limit and total duty before bidding.

Good demand for Japanese vehicles, but rules must be confirmed.

Suriname

LHD check

Age rule	Used import rules should be checked by age, duty, and vehicle category.
Steering	Suriname is generally a LHD road market; Japanese RHD vehicles need local confirmation.
Inspection	Customs and registration requirements apply.
Port	Paramaribo.
Buyer note	Confirm steering and registration before purchase.

Use a local broker before buying Japanese RHD stock.

Barbados

Age sensitive

Age rule	Age and permit rules are important and can limit which vehicles are accepted.
Steering	RHD vehicles are suitable.
Inspection	Import permit, customs, inspection, and registration requirements apply.
Port	Bridgetown.
Buyer note	Do not ship without confirming permit and age eligibility.

Confirm rules with local authorities or clearing agent.

Chile

LHD market

Age rule	Ordinary used import can be restricted, with special zones or special routes in some cases.
Steering	Chile is a LHD market; Japanese RHD vehicles are not normally suitable for ordinary road registration.
Inspection	Customs, zone rules, and registration requirements apply.
Port	Iquique / Valparaiso depending on route.
Buyer note	Confirm if vehicle is for special zone, parts, or re-export before purchase.

Do not assume ordinary RHD Japanese cars can be registered.

Paraguay

Regional trade

Age rule	Used imports are common, but age, duty, and registration rules must be checked.
Steering	LHD is normally preferred/required for ordinary road use.
Inspection	Customs and registration checks apply.
Port	Often via regional ports with inland transport.
Buyer note	Confirm steering and customs costs before purchase.

Useful South America market, but local broker confirmation is needed.

Uruguay

Strict check

Age rule	Used import eligibility can be restricted and must be checked before purchase.
Steering	LHD is normally required for ordinary registration.
Inspection	Customs and registration requirements apply.
Port	Montevideo.
Buyer note	Do not buy without local import confirmation.

Confirm exact eligibility before payment.

Peru

LHD market

Age rule	Used import rules, emissions, age, and customs requirements must be confirmed before purchase.
Steering	LHD is normally required; RHD Japanese vehicles need special confirmation.
Inspection	Customs, inspection, and registration requirements apply.
Port	Callao.
Buyer note	Conversion rules and compliance can affect cost.

Use a local broker before buying Japanese stock.

Bolivia

LHD check

Age rule	Used import eligibility, transit route, and customs rules must be confirmed before purchase.
Steering	LHD is normally required for ordinary road registration.
Inspection	Customs and registration requirements apply.
Port	Often via Chilean ports and inland transport.
Buyer note	Confirm route, duty, and steering before buying.

Check local regulations and transit cost first.

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Documents Usually Needed for Import

Country regulations often require several documents before the buyer can clear and register a Japanese used vehicle. The exact documents vary by destination, vehicle category, inspection route and local customs procedure.

1Commercial InvoiceShows seller, buyer, vehicle details, price, and payment details.

2Export CertificateJapanese export deregistration document required for most exports.

3English TranslationTranslation of Japanese export certificate may be required by destination country.

4Bill of LadingShipping document used for customs clearance and vehicle release at port.

5Inspection CertificateJAAI, QISJ, JEVIC, Intertek, or other inspection depending on country.

6Local Import PermitRequired by some countries before shipment or before customs clearance.

How Nippon Vehicles Helps With Country Regulations

1Check VehicleWe confirm year, mileage, chassis, engine, size, and auction/stock details.

2Check DestinationYou tell us country and port; we guide you on common import requirements.

3Quote C&FWe calculate vehicle price and freight where route/rates are available.

4Prepare ExportJapan-side export documents and shipping steps are arranged after payment.

5Send DocumentsDocuments are prepared for your clearing agent after shipment process.

Best practice: For strict countries like Australia, South Africa, Philippines, Pakistan, USA and Middle East LHD markets, confirm eligibility before bidding or paying deposit.

Frequently Asked Questions About Country Regulations

Can Nippon Vehicles guarantee my country import approval?

No. We support Japan-side export and guidance, but final import approval, tax, customs, and registration depend on your country authority and local clearing agent.

Is the model year enough to check age limit?

Not always. Many countries check first registration date, manufacturing date, arrival date, or date of deregistration. Always confirm the exact rule for your country.

Can right-hand drive Japanese cars be imported everywhere?

No. Japan vehicles are usually RHD. Some countries accept RHD, some restrict it, and some only allow it for special categories or re-export.

Can I import accident or repair vehicles?

Some countries reject salvage, flood, heavily damaged, or unsafe vehicles. Always confirm before buying accident-grade auction vehicles.

Who pays import duty and local port charges?

Normally the buyer pays destination duty, taxes, port fees, clearing agent fees, inspection, registration, and inland transport.

Can I get a C&F quote before buying?

Yes. Send the vehicle link, destination country, and port. We can check shipping route and estimate where possible.

Useful Links Before Buying

Use these internal pages before ordering a Japanese used car from Nippon Vehicles:

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For Japan-side official customs information, buyers can also check Japan Customs.

Need country-specific import advice?

Send your destination country, port, and vehicle link. Nippon Vehicles will help you check common import points before purchase.仕向け国、港、車両リンクを送ってください。購入前に輸入条件の確認をサポートします。

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Last reviewed: May 2026. This page is general guidance only. Regulations, inspection rules, duty, taxes, and registration requirements may change without notice. Always confirm with your local clearing agent or authority before buying.

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