Age restriction: No age limit for importing used vehicles from Japan.
Additional excise duties: Used motor vehicles that are 8 years or older
(calculated from the year of manufacture) incur additional excise duties.
Effective date: From 1st July 2014, vehicles older than 8 years are subject to
the new age restriction and related excise duties.
Inspection: EAA inspection is mandatory for vehicles imported from Japan.
Required certificate: Ensure the vehicle has passed EAA inspection in Japan; the
EAA certificate is required for customs clearance and should be included with shipping documents.
Destination Port & Shipping
Primary destination port: Dar Es Salaam.
Shipping method: RORO, approximately 24-34 days for delivery.
Vessel schedule: RORO shipping scheduled monthly from Japan to Tanzania.