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

No strict age limit. Older vehicles have higher duty.

Import Japanese Car to Guyana — Complete Guide 2026

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

Export Certificate, Bill of Lading, Invoice, Insurance, GRA import entry

Age Limit

No limit

Import Duty

~55% total

~45–60%: Import duty (45%) + VAT (14%) + Excise Tax

Steering Side

LHD

Guyana drives on the left. Both LHD and RHD accepted (RHD more common from Japan).

Transit Time

22–28 days

From Japanese port to Guyana

✅ Age Check — No Restriction

Guyana has no strict age limit on Japanese car imports. Any year vehicle can be imported (subject to emissions and roadworthy standards).

📍 Entry Ports

🚢 Georgetown (Port Demerara)

📋 Required Documents

📄Export Certificate

📄Bill of Lading

📄Invoice

📄Insurance

📄GRA import entry

🗂 Step-by-Step Import Process

Purchase vehicle from Japan

Ship to Georgetown

File GRA customs entry

Pay import duty + VAT + excise

Vehicle inspection

💰 Import Duty & Taxes

~45–60%: Import duty (45%) + VAT (14%) + Excise Tax

⚠️ 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 Guyana before committing to a purchase.

🚫 Restrictions & Banned Vehicles

⛔No major restrictions. Both RHD and LHD accepted.

🔍 Pre-shipment Inspection

GRA (Guyana Revenue Authority) 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-Guyana 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.