Bahamas – One Roof Autos

Japan Used Car Import Duty / Regulation in Bahamas

Year Restrictions

Max. 10 Years Old

Destination Port

Freeport, Grand Bahama, Nassau

Time of Shipment

RoRo (24-39 Days)

Vessel Schedule

RoRo (Monthly)

Shipping Line

CNC JAPAN(ECL)

Inspection

No Inspection Required

Shipping Ports:

The common port in Bahamas for importation of used vehicles from Japan is Freeport and Nassau.

Age restriction and Inspection:

Age restriction on used vehicles imported in Bahamas is four years. Special permission is required for importation of trailers and caravans. Upon arrival the vehicle must be taken directly to the Road Traffic Department for inspection and licensing.

Left-Hand Drive Vehicles:

Importation of left hand drive vehicles is preferred in Bahamas.

Pre-shipment Inspection:

No inspection required. Marine Insurance-Not mandatory

Documents Required:

Copy of Certificate of Title and Registration
Original Commercial/ Purchase Invoice
Import permit
Bill of Lading
Certificate of Inspection
Taxpayer Identification Number
C-14 form for Nassau if your vehicle will arrive at Nassau Port
C-13 form for Freeport if your vehicle will arrive at Free Port
C-43 form for Declaration of the Value of the imported vehicle
Payment of an additional 7.5 percent tax imposed on the imported vehicle
Copy of ID/Passport/Driving License

Import Taxes Rates:

Car Value of $10,000 or less: 45% Duty
Car Value of $10,000 – 20,000: 50% Duty
Car Value of over $20,000: 65% Duty

VAT: As of January 1st 2015, Bahamians must pay an additional 7.5percent tax on imported vehicles, unless imported on a temporary basis.
Environmental levy is USD 200.
Procedure fee is 1percent of FOB price.
Other charges may include: storage fees, freight and insurance and landed charges.