Ethiopia Import Policy | Prime Wheel Enterprises

Japan Used Car Import Duty / Regulation in Ethiopia

The most common shipping port in Ethiopia is port of Djibouti. Port of Djibouti is the port of the country where importation of good is done.

Importation of only left hand drive vehicles is allowed in Ethiopia.

There is no requirement of the inspection before the shipment of used vehicle.

All vehicles imported into Ethiopia are subject to high taxes and duties.
Vehicles must be shipped with original Bill of Lading when entering Customs - Bill of Lading must show vehicle chassis number, engine number, cubic capacity, year of manufacture, brand, make and model.
All vehicles being imported must be accompanied by the original certificate of title, vehicle registration and purchase invoice or receipt.
Customer must also show a valid driver's license and international insurance policy.

Certificate of Title and Registration
Commercial/Purchase Invoice or Receipt
Drivers License & International Insurance Policy (green card)
Bill Of Lading (BOL)
Letter of Support (non-Diplomats, schools, private organizations, NGOs, etc.)
Authorization of the Road Authority Transport and Communication Ministry (issued to the shipper by an organization or Diplomatic Mission).

Cylinder Capacity	Duty Rate	Excise Tax	Surplus Tax
1000 – 1300 CC	35%	30%	10%
1300 – 1800 CC	35%	60%	10%
Greater than 3000 CC	35%	100%	10%
Not Exceeding 1300 CC	35%	30%	10%
1300 CC – 1500 CC	35%	60%	10%