Importing Vehicles to Jamaica

Expert Vehicle Sourcing Specialist

Import New & Used Vehicles to Jamaica

Multi-purpose Expert Vehicle Acquisition

We will arrange a 1-1 consultation with you to find out your exact needs. Whether you need a pick-up truck, a family car or a high-performance vehicle our expert advisors will ensure that we source vehicles that meet your every need

Every vehicle is checked against our thorough and comprehensive vehicle checklist before the purchase is made - feel free to ask

If you require any extras fitted we can also have this arranged before your vehicle is shipped

All vehicles will be shipped to Kingston via RoRo (20-35 days) or container (17 days)

Courier Of Your Documents

What you will receive in the post:

V5 Log book

HPI certificate

MOT certificate (UK roadworthiness certificate)

Full service history

Manufacturers Book Pack

High value loose items such as the spare key, headphones, remote control.

Pre-Shipment Inspection

Your car must pass the roadworthiness inspection at Autoterminal Japan Limited (ATJ) prior to export from the UK.

What paperwork is required to import a vehicle to Jamaica?

* Title The document issued by the Government of the country where the vehicle was purchased, to the owner of the vehicle. In the UK this is the V5 logbook.

* Two identification proof such as Passport, Driver's license, Nation Identification.

* Bill of Lading:- It should contain necessary information about the vehicle, date of landing and the port of entry.

* Invoice:- Your invoice from the supplier is necessary for all vehicles importation.

* Bill of Sight:- It contains details regarding the imported motor vehicle. It is prepared and signed by the broker and certified by Customs.

* Tax Compliance:- It will be issued by Tax Administration Certificate Services Department.

* Odometer inspection statement.

* Import Entry (C87):- This is the primary document which details all the specifics of the motor vehicle, the name of the importer, the shipping information and the duties are recorded. It is competed by the licensed broker and submitted to customs.

* Taxpayer Registration Number (TRN):- A nine digit unique identification number obtained from Revenue Board.

* Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC):- Obtained from the Tax Administration Certificate (TCC) Services Department.

* Simplified Administrative Document (eSad):- This is the electronic document on which all the particulars of the motor vehicle/cycle, the name of the importer, shipping information and the Customs duties are recorded. It is completed by the Customs Broker and submitted to Customs. Only a licensed Customs Broker should complete this form.

Import License Application

Apply for an import license at J Swift the Jamaica Single Window for Trade.

Please contact the Trade Board at 967-0507 or 967-0674 for further information on age limits and import licence for motor vehicle.

Car import Regulations for cars to Jamaica

An individual may import a combination of 2 motor vehicles every three (3) years, excepting 2 motor cars.

Businesses importing motor vehicles fall into two categories:

1) Non motor vehicle dealer companies may import up to three (3) motor vehicles every three (3) years

2) Certified motor vehicle dealers are allowed to import any category and quantity for resale

Age Restrictions

Cars must not be older than six (6) years

Returning residents may import a car or vehicle up to ten (10) years old.

Light commercial vehicles must no be older than 10 years. This includes pickup trucks, panel vans, window vans and minibuses.