Ivory Coast Import Regulations

Vehicle Restrictions

• • Steering: Left-hand drive vehicles are allowed.
• • Age limits: Cars (tourism vehicles): maximum 5 years.
• • Taxis: maximum 5 years.
• • Minibuses (9-34 seats): maximum 7 years.
• • Buses (34+ seats): maximum 10 years.
• • Trucks up to 5 tons: maximum 7 years.
• • Trucks 5-10 tons: maximum 10 years.
• • Trucks over 10 tons: maximum 10 years.

Shipping & Logistics

• • Destination port: Abidjan.
• • Shipping time: Approximately 24-36 days.
• • Vessel type/schedule: RORO (about 34-46 days schedule).
• • Shipping line: OMA Cote d'Ivoire.

Import Rules

• • Vehicles cannot be shipped in the same container with household goods or personal effects.

Import Duties & Taxes

• • Customs duties: Approximately 53% of the vehicle value (CIF).
• • Vehicle registration fee: About EUR 690 per vehicle.

Required Documentation

• • Original registration card.
• • Original bill of lading (must include chassis number and net weight).
• • Non-sale certificate.
• • Change of residence certificate / letter of transfer.
• • Copy of passport.
• • Purchase invoice.