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Tanzania
Exporting a Vehicle to Tanzania
The country's economic capital, Dar es Salaam, is located 3,800 kilometres by road from Johannesburg. Sea freight takes 6-7 days from Durban port to Dar es Salaam port.
If a car is transported by road, the driver or truck should exit South Africa and enter Botswana via the Kopfontein or Martin's Drift border. The driver will then proceed to cross Botswana and enter Zambia via the Kazungula border post. Finally, the driver will travel through Zambia and enter Tanzania via the Tunduma border post.
Important Details for Importing a Vehicle into Tanzania
Tanzania Import Guidelines for Used Vehicles
Ports of Entry
Via Land/Road Transport: Tunduma border post (Zambia/Tanzania) or Kasumulu border post (Malawi/Tanzania)
Via Ocean Freight: Port of Dar es Salaam
Via Air Freight: Dar es Salaam International Airport or Kilimanjaro International Airport
Age of Restrictions
There is no age restriction on vehicle imports into Tanzania. However, cars older than 7 years are penalized with excise duty to reduce dumping.
Required Documents
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Bill of Lading or Manifest
Ensure you possess the original Bill of Lading for customs clearance. - Commercial/Purchase Invoice from the Supplier
- Passport, Identification Document, or Certificate of Incorporation for Companies
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Certificate of Title and Registration (Natis - RC1)
Provide the original certificate of title and registration for the imported vehicle. -
SARPCCO Certificate and RPC
SARPCCO stands for Southern African Regional Police Chiefs Cooperation Organisation. The certificate certifies that the vehicle was not reported as stolen within one of the Southern African countries. - Interpol Clearance
Zambia
Exporting a Vehicle to Zambia
The country's capital, Lusaka, is located 2,000 kilometres by road from Johannesburg. Vehicles exported to Zambia should exit South Africa and enter Botswana via the Kopfontein or Martin's Drift border. The driver will then proceed to cross Botswana and enter Zambia via the Kazungula border post.
Important Details for Importing a Vehicle into Zambia
Zambia Import Guidelines for Used Vehicles
Ports of Entry
Via Land/Road Transport: Kazungula border post (Botswana/Zambia) or Chirundu border post (Zimbabwe/Zambia)
Via Air Freight: Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
Age of Restrictions
There is no age restriction on vehicle imports into Zambia.
Required Documents
-
Bill of Lading or Manifest
Ensure you possess the original Bill of Lading for customs clearance. - Commercial/Purchase Invoice from the Supplier
- Passport, Identification Document, or Certificate of Incorporation for Companies
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Certificate of Title and Registration (Natis - RC1)
Provide the original certificate of title and registration for the imported vehicle. -
SARPCCO Certificate and RPC
SARPCCO stands for Southern African Regional Police Chiefs Cooperation Organisation. The certificate certifies that the vehicle was not reported as stolen within one of the Southern African countries.
Namibia
Exporting a Vehicle to Namibia
The country's capital, Windhoek, is located 1,400 kilometres by road from Johannesburg. Namibia is part of the SACU union and is South Africa's biggest destination for vehicle exports, with exports valued at $450 million in 2023.
Important Details for Importing a Vehicle into Namibia
Namibia Import Guidelines for Used Vehicles
Ports of Entry
Via Land/Road Transport: Noordoewer/Vioolsdrif border post for traffic from the Western Cape and southern provinces of South Africa or Ariamsvlei/Nakop border post for traffic from Gauteng and Eastern provinces of South Africa
Via Ocean Freight: Walvis Bay Port
Age of Restrictions
The import age restriction for vehicle imports into Namibia is 12 years.
Required Documents
- Valid Import Permit
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Bill of Lading or Manifest
Ensure you possess the original Bill of Lading for customs clearance. - Commercial/Purchase Invoice from the Supplier
- Passport, Identification Document, or Certificate of Incorporation for Companies
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Certificate of Title and Registration (Natis - RC1)
Provide the original certificate of title and registration for the imported vehicle. -
SARPCCO Certificate and RPC
SARPCCO stands for Southern African Regional Police Chiefs Cooperation Organisation. The certificate certifies that the vehicle was not reported as stolen within one of the Southern African countries.
Zimbabwe
Exporting a Vehicle to Zimbabwe
The country's capital, Harare, is located 1,200 kilometres by road from Johannesburg. Zimbabwe is South Africa's second-biggest vehicle importer in Africa, with imports valued at $330 million in 2023
Important Details for Importing a Vehicle into Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe Import Guidelines for Used Vehicles
Ports of Entry
Via Land/Road Transport:
Beitbridge border post for traffic from Gauteng
Ramokgwebane in Botswana for traffic deviated through Francistown
Age of Restrictions
The year of manufacture should not exceed 10 years. Cars older than 10 years are penalized via higher excise duty.
Required Documents
- Export Bill of Entry and Supporting Documents
- Commercial/Purchase Invoice from the Supplier
- Passport, Identification Document, or Certificate of Incorporation for Companies
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Certificate of Title and Registration (Natis - RC1)
Provide the original certificate of title and registration for the imported vehicle. -
SARPCCO Certificate and RPC
SARPCCO stands for Southern African Regional Police Chiefs Cooperation Organisation. The certificate certifies that the vehicle was not reported as stolen within one of the Southern African countries. - Police Clearance
- Import Permit
- Bill of Lading or Manifest
- Ensure you possess the original Bill of Lading for customs clearance.
Exemptions
Certain special groups are exempt from paying taxes on imported goods. These include returning residents, handicapped persons, diplomats, and temporary import permits holders. See attached links for more details.
Botswana
Exporting a Vehicle to Botswana
Important Details for Importing a Vehicle into Botswana
Botswana Import Guidelines for Used Vehicles
Ports of Entry
Via Land/Road Transport:
Vehicle will enter Botswana via Kopfontein border post
Age of Restrictions
There is no age restriction on the importation of used cars into Botswana.
Required Documents
- Customs Declaration Forms - SAD 500
- Commercial/Purchase Invoice from the Supplier
- Passport, Identification Document, or Certificate of Incorporation for Companies
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Certificate of Title and Registration (Natis - RC1)
Provide the original certificate of title and registration for the imported vehicle. - SARPCCO Certificate and RPC
Lesotho
Exporting a Vehicle to Lesotho
The country’s capital, Maseru, is located 400 kilometres from Johannesburg by road. Lesotho is a member of SACU, allowing its citizens to enjoy lower import duty rates. Lesotho is South Africa’s tenth-biggest vehicle importer in Africa, with imports valued at $80 million in 2023.
Important Details for Importing a Vehicle into Lesotho
Tanzania Import Guidelines for Used Vehicles
Ports of Entry
Via Land/Road Transport:
Vehicle will enter Lesotho via Maseru border post or any other border posts between South Africa
and Lesotho.
Age of Restrictions
There is no age restriction on the importation of used cars into Lesotho.
Required Documents
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Manifest
Ensure you possess the original Bill of Lading. - Commercial/Tax Invoice
- Identification Documents
- Certificate of Title and Registration (Natis - RC1)
- Provide the original certificate of title and registration for the imported vehicle.
- De-registration Certificate (ARN)
- SARPCCO Certificate and RPC
- Police Clearance
- Import Permit
Malawi
Exporting a Vehicle to Malawi
The country's capital, Lilongwe, is located 2,200 kilometers from Johannesburg by road. Vehicles will exit South Africa via Zimbabwe's Beitbridge border and travel through Zimbabwe, a small portion of Mozambique before entering Malawi via the Mwanza border post. Alternatively, vehicles may exit South Africa via Botswana's Martin's Drift border post, travel through Botswana and Zambia, and enter Malawi via Mwami border post.
Important Details for Importing a Vehicle into Malawi
Malawi Import Guidelines for Used Vehicles
Ports of Entry
Via Land/Road Transport: Dedza border post if the car is entering Malawi from Mozambique.
Mwami border post if the vehicle is entering Malawi from Zambia.
Age of Restrictions
There is no age restriction on the importation of used cars into Malawi.
Exemptions
Certain special groups are exempt from paying taxes on imported goods. These include returning residents, diplomats, and temporary import permit holders.
Required Documents
-
Bill of Lading or Manifest
Ensure you possess the original Bill of Lading. - Commercial/Purchase Invoice
- Identification Documents
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Certificate of Title and Registration (Natis - RC1)
Provide the original certificate of title and registration for the imported vehicle. -
Import Permit from the Department of Trade and Industry
Obtain an import permit from the Department of Trade and Industry to facilitate a smooth import process. - SARPCCO Certificate and RPC
Kenya
Exporting a Vehicle to Kenya
The country's capital, Nairobi, is located 4,200 kilometres from Johannesburg by road. Cars destined for Kenya may be delivered either by ocean freight from Durban to Mombasa port or via road freight. If using road freight, the truck will drive through Botswana, Zambia, and Tanzania, entering Kenya via the Namanga border post, which Kenya shares with Tanzania. Kenya is South Africa's 9th largest vehicle export destination, with exports worth $82 million in 2023.
Important Details for Importing a Vehicle into Kenya
Kenya Import Guidelines for Used Vehicles
Ports of Entry
Via Land/Road Transport: Namanga border post for vehicles entering Kenya via Tanzania.
Ocean Freight: Mombasa port
Air Freight: Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Age of Restrictions
The vehicle must be less than 8 years from the first date of registration. Vehicles older than 8 years will incur higher excise duty penalties.
Exemptions
Certain special groups are exempt from paying taxes on imported goods. These include returning residents, diplomats, and temporary import permit holders.
Required Documents
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Pre-shipment Inspection Certificate
Obtained from South Africa, this certificate ensures the roadworthiness of the vehicle. -
Bill of Lading and Commercial/Purchase Invoice
Ensure you possess the original Bill of Lading and the commercial/purchase invoice for customs clearance. - Driver's License, Identification Document, or Certificate of Incorporation for Companies
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Certificate of Title and Registration (Natis - RC1)
Provide the original certificate of title and registration for the imported vehicle. - SARPCCO Certificate and Police Clearance
Uganda
Exporting a Vehicle to Uganda
The country’s capital, Kampala, is located 4,400 kilometres from Johannesburg by road. Cars destined for Uganda may be delivered either by ocean freight from Durban to Mombasa port and then transported to Uganda from Kenya. If using road freight, the truck will drive through Botswana, Zambia, and Tanzania, entering Uganda via the Mutukula border post, which Uganda shares with Tanzania. Cars arriving in Uganda via either Kenya or Tanzania must be registered by the respective revenue/customs authorities in the said countries.
Important Details for Importing a Vehicle into Uganda
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Ports of Entry
Via Land/Road Transport: Mutukula one-stop border post for vehicles entering Uganda via Tanzania.
Malaba border post for vehicles entering Uganda via Kenya.
Air Freight: Entebbe International Airport
Age of Restrictions
The vehicle must be less than 15 years from the first date of registration. Vehicles older than 15 years will incur higher excise duty penalties.
Exemptions
Certain special groups are exempt from paying taxes on imported goods. These include returning residents, diplomats, and temporary import permit holders.
Required Documents
- DA 304S Form
- Bill of Lading/Manifest
- Ensure you possess the original Bill of Lading.
- Commercial Invoice
- Passport, Identification Document, or Certificate of Incorporation for Companies
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Certificate of Title and Registration (Natis - RC1)
Provide the original certificate of title and registration for the imported vehicle. - SARPCCO Certificate and Police Clearance
- Interpol Clearance
- SAD 500 Bill of Entry
Swaziland
Exporting a Vehicle to Swaziland
The country's capital, Mbabane, is located 400 kilometres from Johannesburg by road. Swaziland is South Africa's 7th largest destination for vehicle exports. In 2023, vehicle exports from South Africa to Swaziland were valued at $106 million.
Important Details for Importing a Vehicle into Eswatini
Swaziland Import Guidelines for Used Vehicles
Ports of Entry
Via Land/Road Transport: Vehicles can enter Eswatini through several border posts it shares with South Africa. The Golela border post is often the busiest.
Age of Restrictions
The vehicle must be less than 15 years from the first date of registration. Vehicles older than 15 years will incur higher excise duty penalties.
Exemptions
Certain special groups are exempt from paying taxes on imported goods. These include returning residents, diplomats, and temporary import permit holders.
Required Documents
- DA 304S Form
- Bill of Lading/Manifest
- Ensure you possess the original Bill of Lading.
- Commercial Invoice
- Passport, Identification Document, or Certificate of Incorporation for Companies
-
Certificate of Title and Registration (Natis - RC1)
Provide the original certificate of title and registration for the imported vehicle. - SARPCCO Certificate and Police Clearance
- Interpol Clearance
- SAD 500 Bill of Entry
Mozambique
Exporting a Vehicle to Mozambique
The country's capital, Maputo, is located 550 kilometres from Johannesburg by road. Mozambique is South Africa's 5th largest destination for vehicle exports. In 2023, vehicle exports from South Africa to Mozambique were valued at $160 million.
Important Details for Importing a Vehicle into Mozambique
Mozambique Import Guidelines for Used Vehicles
Ports of Entry
Via Land/Road Transport: Vehicles can enter Mozambique
through several border posts it shares with South Africa.
The Komatipoort border post is one of the most frequently
used posts.
Age of Restrictions
There is no age restriction for vehicle imports into Mozambique.
Exemptions
Certain special groups are exempt from paying taxes on imported goods. These include returning residents, diplomats, and temporary import permit holders.
Required Documents
-
Bill of Lading/Manifest
Ensure you possess the original Bill of Lading. - Commercial Invoice
- Passport, Identification Document, or Certificate of Incorporation for Companies
-
Certificate of Title and Registration (Natis - RC1)
Provide the original certificate of title and registration for the imported vehicle. - SARPCCO Certificate and Police Clearance
Congo-Democra
Exporting a Vehicle to Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
The country's capital, Kinshasa, is located 4,400 kilometres from Johannesburg by road. The DRC is South Africa's 6th largest destination for vehicle exports. In 2023, vehicle exports from South Africa to the DRC were valued at $126 million.
Important Details for Importing a Vehicle into Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
Clients should consult their local clearing agents for up-to-date information on import procedures and duty payments.
Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) Import Guidelines for Used Vehicles
Ports of Entry
Via Land/Road Transport: Vehicles can enter the DRC through
several border posts it shares with Zambia.
The Kasumbalesa and Sakania border posts are frequently
used.
Age of Restrictions
Imported second-hand cars or buses (below 10 seats) must be less than 10 years old.
Imported second-hand buses (10 seats and more) and vans must be less than 7 years old.
Imported second-hand lorries must be less than 10 years old.
Exemptions
Certain special groups are exempt from paying taxes on imported goods. These include returning residents, diplomats, and temporary import permit holders. Consult local clearing agents for additional information.
Required Documents
-
Bill of Lading/Manifest
Ensure you possess the original Bill of Lading. - Vehicle Inspection Certificate from South Africa
- Commercial Invoice
- Passport, Identification Document, or Certificate of Incorporation for Companies
-
Certificate of Title and Registration (Natis - RC1)
Provide the original certificate of title and registration for the imported vehicle. - SARPCCO Certificate and Police Clearance
Procedure: Your South African Vehicle
Effortlessly navigate the process from selection to delivery, ensuring a smooth and secure acquisition of your South African vehicle.
Choose Your Vehicle
Discover your ideal vehicle: Browse new South African models or used cars online. Connect with us to negotiate an excellent deal directly or let us secure the best value options for you.
Invoice and Acceptance
Upon vehicle selection, receive a Proforma Invoice with CIF pricing. Confirm, review, & secure your chosen vehicle by placing a small holding deposit to kickstart the export process.
Payment and Insurance
Finalize payment with the South African dealer, ensuring comprehensive insurance until arrival, excluding ocean freight. Kalali Motors initiates export with dealership documents.
Logistics and Delivery
Book with a carrier, get confirmation, Kalali Motors manages documentation. Local agent receives documents, track shipment, await smooth delivery facilitated by agent.
