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Cost Calculator

Estimate the total landed cost including export fees, ocean freight, import duty, VAT and age restriction checks โ€” for 40+ countries.

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Countries
Year-Based
Duty Rates
Age Check
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Calculate Import Cost

Vehicle year affects duty rates and age restrictions โ€” fill all fields for accuracy

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Optional Japan Costs
Destination
Estimated Total Landed Cost
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Japan Side Costs (JPY โ†’ USD)
Auction Price
Agent / Service Feeยฅ70,000
Auction House Feeยฅ32,000
Inland Transport
Port Handling (Japan)ยฅ25,000
Export Documentationยฅ15,000
Marine Insuranceยฅ3,000
Japan Total (USD)
Shipping & Import Costs (USD)
Ocean Freight (RORO)
Import Duty
VAT / GST
Destination Total
โš  Estimate only. Actual costs vary by agent, port, exchange rate and regulations. JPY/USD rate: ยฅ150 = $1.00. Always consult a licensed freight forwarder before importing.

How to Use

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Enter auction priceFind this on the auction sheet in Japanese Yen (JPY).
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Select vehicle yearYear affects duty rates and import restrictions.
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Choose engine CCCC determines duty tier especially for Pakistan and UK.
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Pick auction locationDistance to port affects Japan inland transport cost.
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Select your countryWe apply correct duty, VAT and age rules automatically.
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Get instant estimateFull cost breakdown from auction to your port.

๐Ÿ’ก Important Notes

Vehicle year directly affects duty in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Kenya and others โ€” newer cars pay more.
JAAI inspection is required for Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda โ€” add it to your estimate.
Philippines, Bangladesh and Nigeria have strict age restrictions โ€” check before bidding.
Australia requires compliance for cars under 25 years old โ€” can cost $3,000โ€“$8,000 extra.
Pakistan duty is on CIF value (auction + Japan fees + freight) not just auction price.
Exchange rate used is ยฅ150/$1 โ€” check live rate before finalising your budget.
Always Verify Before Buying
Check the real grade, mileage and accident history before you import.
Verify Auction Sheet โ†’

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UAE
5% duty ยท No age limit
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Pakistan
50โ€“125% duty ยท CC based
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Kenya
25% duty ยท Max 8 yrs
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New Zealand
0% duty ยท Any age
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UK
6.5% duty ยท Any age
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Australia
5% duty ยท 25yr rule
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Tanzania
25% duty ยท Max 8 yrs
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Cyprus
6.5% duty ยท EU rules
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Nigeria
35% duty ยท Max 15 yrs
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Jamaica
30% duty ยท Max 10 yrs
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything about importing a used car from Japan
Does vehicle year really affect import duty?
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Yes โ€” significantly. Pakistan applies depreciation on older vehicles which can reduce duty by 10โ€“35%. Kenya and Tanzania use CIF value which rises with newer car prices. Bangladesh restricts cars over 5 years and charges higher duty on newer models. Always enter the correct year for an accurate estimate.
What are the age restrictions by country?
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Philippines: max 5 years. Bangladesh: max 5 years. Nigeria: max 15 years. Ghana: max 10 years. Kenya: max 8 years. Tanzania: max 8 years. Uganda: max 8 years. Australia: 25-year rule (or costly compliance). Jamaica: max 10 years. USA: 25-year rule for non-compliant vehicles. UAE, NZ, UK, Pakistan: no strict age limit.
How does Pakistan duty work with vehicle year?
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Pakistan calculates duty on CIF value and applies a depreciation factor based on vehicle age. A car 2โ€“3 years old pays the full rate. Cars 4โ€“5 years old get a 10% depreciation reduction. 6โ€“7 years: 20% off. 8+ years: 30% off. This is applied BEFORE the CC-based duty percentage, so older cars are cheaper to import.
What is RORO vs Container shipping?
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RORO (Roll-On Roll-Off) means your car is driven onto the ship and parked on a car deck. It is cheaper and used for most standard vehicles ($600โ€“$2,200 depending on destination). Container shipping puts your car inside a steel container. It costs $300โ€“$800 more but gives extra protection โ€” used for luxury or modified vehicles.
Why is Australian import so complex?
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Australia has a Personal Import Scheme for cars 25+ years old โ€” these can be imported relatively easily. Cars under 25 years need full compliance with Australian Design Rules (ADR), which includes safety and emissions testing. Compliance typically costs $3,000โ€“$8,000 and must be done through an approved workshop.
Does this include destination port charges?
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The calculator includes import duty and VAT but not local customs clearing agent fees at destination (typically $100โ€“$400). It also does not include local delivery from port to your location, registration fees or roadworthy inspection costs. Add $300โ€“$700 to the estimate for these destination-side extras.
What is CIF and FOB?
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CIF (Cost Insurance Freight) means duty is calculated on auction price + Japan fees + ocean freight combined. Most countries use CIF. FOB (Free On Board) means duty is calculated on the auction price only, before adding freight. The USA uses FOB. This makes a significant difference โ€” a $5,000 car with $1,000 freight: CIF duty base is $6,000, FOB duty base is $5,000.
How accurate is this calculator?
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This uses 2025โ€“2026 duty rates and typical freight market rates. It is a reliable estimate for budgeting purposes. Actual costs vary based on current port rates, your specific agent fees, current exchange rates and exact vehicle dimensions. For a firm quote, contact a licensed freight forwarder who handles Japan imports for your country.