⚠ Max 10 yearsRHD drive~60% duty⏱ ~20–25 days from Japan
Age Limit
Max 10 years
Manufactured 2016 or later
Import Duty
~60% total
~60%+ total: 20% customs duty + 5% ECOWAS levy + 12.5% VAT + special levy
Steering Side
RHD
Right-hand drive. Drives on the right (but uses RHD vehicles historically).
Transit Time
20–25 days
From Japanese port to Ghana
⚠️ Age Compliance Checker
Select your vehicle's manufacture year to check if it meets Ghana's 10-year age limit:
📍 Entry Ports
🚢 Tema Port (Greater Accra)
📋 Required Documents
📄JEVIC/JAAI Certificate
📄Export Certificate
📄Bill of Lading
📄Invoice
📄Insurance
📄GRA customs entry
🗂 Step-by-Step Import Process
1
Select vehicle max 10 years old
2
Get JEVIC inspection
3
Ship to Tema port
4
GRA customs clearance
5
Pay all duties
6
DVLA inspection
7
Register at DVLA Ghana
💰 Import Duty & Taxes
~60%+ total: 20% customs duty + 5% ECOWAS levy + 12.5% VAT + special levy
⚠️ 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 Ghana before committing to a purchase.
🚫 Restrictions & Banned Vehicles
⛔Max 10 years enforced
⛔Some older vehicles face additional environmental levy
🔍 Pre-shipment Inspection
JEVIC inspection recommended. DVLA Ghana inspection on arrival.
🛡️ 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-Ghana 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 Ghana
Ghana uses Tema port exclusively. The 10-year age limit has been enforced to reduce pollution and improve road safety. Budget for ~60% total duty.
🚗 Popular Japanese Cars in Ghana
Toyota CamryHonda AccordToyota Corolla
Verify the auction sheet before you import
Confirm grade, mileage and accident history before shipping to Ghana. Original record from Japan's auction database. From $7.
