Kazakhstan Import Regulations

Import Rules & Regulations

• • Steering: Only left-hand drive vehicles are allowed.
• • Age restriction: Maximum 5 years old. Vehicles older than 5 years are prohibited.
• • Engine capacity: Must not exceed 3 liters. Vehicles with larger engines may be subject to higher duties or prohibition.
• • Usage restriction: Imported vehicles must be for personal use only; resale is prohibited.

Shipping & Logistics

• • Destination port: Aktau.
• • Shipping method: Container, approximately 24-26 days.
• • Vessel schedule: Weekly.
• • Shipping line: Not specified.
• • Inspection: Not specified.

Duties & Taxes

• • Vehicles up to 5 years: Standard duty rates apply depending on engine volume.
• • Vehicles over 5 years: Engine 1800 cc to 3000 cc: EUR 4 per cc (example: 3000 cc = EUR 12,000) + VAT 12%.
• • Engine over 3000 cc (example: 4000 cc): EUR 5.8 per cc (example: 4000 cc = EUR 23,000) + VAT 12%.

Required Documentation

• • Copy of technical passport / certificate of title.
• • Original proof of registration.
• • Commercial/purchase invoice.
• • Bill of lading (BOL).
• • Original customs declaration.
• • Pro-forma invoice with vehicle details: Chassis number
• • Engine number
• • Year of manufacture
• • Model and color
• • Reasonable customs value