| Rules of Cars Importing in Tanzania |
 Import Declaration Form (IDF) is applicable on all imports to Tanzania irrespective of value. - There is no age limit in importation of used vehicles into Tanzania.
- All Cars/vehicles must undergo ‘roadworthiness’ inspection before shipping. A certificate to that effect must be issued. In case of Japan, Japan Automobile Appraisal Institute (JAAI) does this. This is a non-profit foundation under the supervision of The Japan Ministry of International Trade and Industry.
- However, imports whose FOB (Freight on Board) value is US $5,000 (approx.) and above must undergo a pre-shipment inspection by a company contracted by the Government of Tanzania. In case of Japan, this is executed by Cotecna Inspections.
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| Taxes (approx.) on Imported Cars in Tanzania |
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| Import Declaration Fees (IDF) is 1.2% of FOB value + US$ 10 per unit. |
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NOTE :
It is a must to be registered your vehicle with Tanzania Revenue Authority and have your Tax Identification Number (TIN) before clearing the car into Tanzania. |
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| Vehicle Engine Capacity (CC) |
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Tax Rates Based on Engine CC |
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| Engine Capacity upto 2000cc |
Import duty 25%
VAT 20%
Cumulatively this is 50% of dutiable value.
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| Engine Capacity above 2000cc |
Import duty 25%
Excise duty 10%
VAT 20%
Cumulatively this is 65% of dutiable value.
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| Buses, Lorries, Pick ups, Passenger Vans (Commercial units): |
Import duty 15%
VAT 20%
Cumulatively this is 32% of dutiable value.
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