What is the age limit for importing Japanese cars to Bangladesh?

Max 5 years from date of manufacture

Import Japanese Car to Bangladesh — Complete Guide 2026

Q: What documents do I need to import a car from Japan to Bangladesh?

Export Certificate, Bill of Lading, Invoice, Insurance, Letter of Credit, BRTA import permit

Age Limit

Max 5 years

Manufactured 2021 or later

Import Duty

~200% total

Very high: ~200%+ total: CD + SD + VAT + AIT + RD based on engine CC

Steering Side

RHD

Right-hand drive. Drives on the left.

Transit Time

14–18 days

From Japanese port to Bangladesh

⚠️ Age Compliance Checker

Select your vehicle's manufacture year to check if it meets Bangladesh's 5-year age limit:

📍 Entry Ports

🚢 Chittagong Port (main) 🚢 Mongla Port

📋 Required Documents

📄Export Certificate

📄Bill of Lading

📄Invoice

📄Insurance

📄Letter of Credit

📄BRTA import permit

🗂 Step-by-Step Import Process

Select RHD vehicle under 5 years in excellent condition

Arrange LC (Letter of Credit) payment

Ship to Chittagong

BRTA import inspection

Pay extremely high duties (200%+)

BRTA registration

💰 Import Duty & Taxes

Very high: ~200%+ total: CD + SD + VAT + AIT + RD based on engine CC

⚠️ Important: Duty rates change regularly. The figures above are based on 2026 rates and are for guidance only. Always confirm current rates with a licensed customs agent or freight forwarder in Bangladesh before committing to a purchase.

🚫 Restrictions & Banned Vehicles

⛔Must be under 5 years

⛔Must be reconditioned standard

⛔Very high duties on all passenger cars

⛔Microbuses and SUVs have specific rules

🔍 Pre-shipment Inspection

BRTC/BRTA inspection on arrival. JEVIC inspection highly recommended.

🛡️ Safety Guide — Before You Buy

Always verify the auction sheet first. Get the original JP Sheet verification report before committing to any vehicle — confirms grade, mileage, accident history and all damage marks.
Check for flood damage. The Japanese inspector notes the word 冠水 (flood) in the auction sheet notes section. This is only visible with a full translation — never skip translation if buying for an important purpose.
Use a licensed freight forwarder who specifically handles Japan-to-Bangladesh imports. They know local customs requirements, common delays and documentation pitfalls.
Verify the exporter. Check the company is registered, has verifiable reviews, and provides a full paper trail including export certificate and shipping documents.
Never pay full price before the car ships. A deposit is normal — paying 100% before shipping is a major fraud risk.
Check the chassis number matches across all documents — auction sheet, export certificate, bill of lading and invoice must all carry the same number.

💡 Import Tips for Bangladesh

Bangladesh has some of the highest import duties in the world for passenger cars. A vehicle worth $10,000 could cost $30,000+ by the time duties are paid. Reconditioned vehicles from Japan that meet Bangladesh standards are the standard import.