Saint Vincent And The Grenadines
Basic Rules
- Vehicle Type: Only Right-Hand Drive (RHD) vehicles are allowed. Left-Hand Drive
requires special Cabinet approval.
- Age Restriction: There is currently no age limit for imported used cars.
- Destination Port: Kingstown is the primary entry port.
- Shipping Logistics: Shipments via RORO take approximately 31–41 days with a
monthly schedule.
- Inspection: Pre-export inspection is not required.
Customs Valuation & Process
1. Valuation Method
- Uses the transaction value method (invoice price + freight and handling).
- If documentation is incomplete, fallback valuation is applied based on depreciation, condition,
and similar vehicle data.
- Ensuring the correct tariff code is critical for accurate assessment.
2. Import Process
- Submit all required documentation to St. Vincent Customs.
- Customs officials will verify the value and accept or adjust it as necessary.
- Once value is approved and duties are settled, the vehicle is cleared for release.
- For online purchases, maintain all receipts, emails, and photos for valuation verification.
Duties & Taxes
Taxes are mostly ad valorem (percentage of CIF value):
- Gasoline Cars: 35% duty, 40–45% excise, 4% customs service charge (CSC),
surcharge of $3,000–$4,500, and 15% VAT.
- Diesel Cars: 35% duty, 35% excise, 4% CSC, surcharge of $3,000–$4,500, and
15% VAT.
Concessions (75% Waiver)
- Returning Nationals: Must have lived abroad for ≥10 years; limit 1 vehicle
per household; surcharge applies if vehicle is >4 years old.
- Professional Farmers: Applicable for pick-ups/light trucks ≤1.5 tons; must
have farmed ≥3 acres for 3 consecutive years; limit 1 vehicle per household.
- Senior Public Servants: Grade B1+ or acting for 2+ years; cars ≤3000cc; 1
vehicle per 4 years; retirees eligible 1 month post-retirement.
Required Documentation
- Original supplier invoice (including vehicle specs, buyer details, and terms).
- CIF/FOB/C&F description: Type, model, VIN, color, engine size, weight, and year.
- Bill of Sight for customs verification.
- Proof of payment and Original Bill of Lading.
- Insurance certificate (if applicable).
- ASYCUDA World bill of lading.
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