Import guides / South Africa
Importing a car from the US to South Africa
Duty is 25% of the car's price at the US port (FOB), then 15% VAT.
- Shipping from the US
- $1,800 to $2,800
- At sea
- 28 to 45 days
- Arrives at
- The main port
- Sails from
- Baltimore, MD, Newark, NJ and 2 more
What it costs
A car loaded at the US port for $6,000 (winning bid, auction fees and towing), shipped for $2,300. A 2.0 litre car, five years old.
| Car at the US port | $6,000 |
|---|---|
| Shipping | $2,300 |
| Insurance (1%) | $83 |
| Import duty (25%) | $1,500 |
| VAT (15%) | $1,482 |
| Landed, before port and clearing fees | $11,365 |
An estimate from published rates. Port charges, the clearing agent and registration come on top; your agent's quote is the final word.
Rules to know
- South Africa doesn't allow used car imports Used cars come in only with an ITAC permit, given to returning residents and a few others. A car bought to resell or drive won't get one.
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