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What paperwork is required to import a used car to South Africa ?In order to import a used vehicle to South Africa you will need a ITAC import permit and NRCS LOA certificate .
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What is the duty and vat on a used car in South Africa ?On average duty and vat are roughly 50% of the value of the vehicle, but in South Africa, we have ad-vat which is based on the value of the vehicle the more expensive the vehicle the higher the duty and VAT element becomes.
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How many cars can I import to South Africa as a returning resident ?You are entitled to import a maximum of 3 vehicles per household.
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What is required to export a car from South Africa?To export a vehicle out of South Africa you will need police clearance for export and ITAC export permit.
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Can I import used cars into South Africa ?You can only import used cars into South Africa if you are a returing RSA resident haveing owned the vehicle for more than 6 months or if the vehicle is internationlay classed as classic or collectable.
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What is the cheapest way to ship a vehicle?Generally, the cheapest method of shipping is Roll on Roll off but this is a vehicle-only service so no personal effects.
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Do you have to change the speedometer when you import a vehicle to South Africa?No, most vehicles will have dual display so it is not a requirement.
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Can I import a left-hand drive vehicle to South Africa?No, you cannot import left-hand drive vehicles into South Africa, they will have to be converted to right-hand drive and there are a lot of requirements to meet to do this.
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What is required to export a car from South Africa?You will need a police clearance for export and ITAC export permit.
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Can I import used motorbikes to South Africa ?Yes motorbikes are unrestricted import so you can import new and used motorbikes to South Africa.
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