Import tax rates for used Japanese vehicles are determined by the vehicle’s engine capacity. The applicable tax rates vary based on the vehicle type:

1. For non-commercial vehicles, tax rates range from 60% to 80%.
2. Light passenger vehicles and station wagons are subject to tax rates between 25% and 40%.
3. Vehicles with an engine capacity of less than 1500cc will face a 40% tax rate.
4. Buses or mini-buses may incur a tax rate ranging from 0% to 60%.
5. A 25% surtax of the Value of Duty Purposes (VDP) is applicable to vehicles that are 5 years old.
6. Additionally, a 15% VAT (Value Added Tax) is charged.

These tax rates are based on the engine capacity and type of vehicle, and they influence the overall cost of importing used Japanese vehicles.

Importation of right-hand drive used Japanese vehicles is allowed in Zimbabwe, with an exception granted for the importation of special-purpose vehicles such as fire engines and ambulances.

he necessary documents for importing used cars from Japan into Zimbabwe include:

1. Passport
2. Residence permit
3. Registration document
4. Immigrants declaration document
5. Import license (required if the vehicle has been owned for less than 6 months before import)
6. Invoice or sales agreement
7. Freight document
8. Vehicle insurance document (for the country of importation)