Brunei Import Regulations

General Information & Importers

• • Drive Orientation: Right-hand drive vehicles are allowed. Left-hand drive vehicles can only be imported temporarily for tours and must be re-exported.
• • Who Can Import: Licensed companies under the Miscellaneous Licenses Act (Cap 127) or private individuals qualifying under the Customs Import Duty Order 1973/special permit.
• • Ownership Restrictions: Private-imported vehicles cannot have their ownership transferred within 4 years without Customs approval.
• • Mandatory Approval: Land Transport Department approval must be obtained prior to the vehicle's importation.

Shipping & Logistics

• • Destination Port: Muara.
• • Shipment Time: Approximately 13–20 days via RORO.
• • Vessel Schedule: Monthly frequency.
• • Shipping Line: E&W Maritime Shipping & Trading Co.
• • Inspection: A pre-delivery inspection in the country of origin is mandatory.

Year Restrictions

• • Private Use: Maximum 3 years from the original registration date or maximum 4 years from the year of manufacture.
• • Commercial Use: Maximum 5 years from the original registration date or maximum 6 years from the year of manufacture.
• • Private import under exemption allows vehicles up to 5 years old (RHD).

Duties & Taxes

• • The vehicle value is subject to a customs evaluation to determine the specific duty calculation.
• • Detailed VAT and duty percentages are subject to current Customs Import Duty Orders.

Required Documentation

• • Original Certificate of Title and Registration.
• • Original Commercial / Purchase Invoice.
• • Approval Permit (must be obtained prior to departure from Japan).
• • Bill of Lading and Certificate of Origin.
• • Import License.