Guinea Import Regulations

General Information & Import Rules

• • Who Can Import: Private individuals and registered businesses in Guinea.
• • Drive Orientation: Only Left-Hand Drive (LHD) vehicles are permitted for importation.
• • Age Restriction: Vehicles must be a maximum of 10 years old from the date of manufacture.
• • Authorization: Official approval from the Ministry of Transportation is mandatory for all vehicle imports.

Shipping & Logistics

• • Destination Port: Conakry.
• • Shipment Details: Approximately 34–44 days via RORO.
• • Vessel Schedule: Monthly frequency.
• • Inspection: Fiche de Demande d’Inspection must be completed for every vehicle.

Duties & Taxes

• • Standard Duty Structure: Combined duties and taxes can reach up to 51.9% of the total CIF value of the vehicle.
• • Engine Capacity: Final tax assessments are heavily influenced by official documentation showing the vehicle's engine displacement.

Required Authorizations

• • Ministry Approval: An import permit must be approved by the Ministry of External Affairs prior to importation.
• • Port Authorities: Specific authorization from Port Authorities (Malabo) is required before the vehicle is shipped.

Required Documentation

• • Original Certificate of Title and Registration.
• • Official Import Permit (Ministry of External Affairs).
• • Copy of Passport and valid Purchase Invoice.
• • Valid Insurance Policy and Change of Residence Certificate.
• • Technical documents clearly specifying the vehicle engine capacity.