What is the age restriction on imported cars in Cyprus?

Vehicles should not be older than 25 years in order for them to be imported in Cyprus.

Do I need a license from the government to import cars in Cyprus

No. There is no requirement for a license by the government. However, you need to obtain an import approval for both the importation of the automobile and the supply of the automobile within the Cyprus market.

How much car import tax must I pay when importing a vehicle from Japan to Cyprus?

Taxes and duties applied depend upon the country of origin. If the vehicle originates from a country with a free trade agreement with Cyprus, such as Japan, then only a 10% tax is charged.

Can I import a Japanese car to Cyprus?

Japanese cars can be imported in Cyprus through its seaports.

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Import Regulation

Year Restriction

Max. 5 Years Old

Shipping Port

Limassol

Time to Ship

3 to 5 weeks

(can vary)

Pre-shipment inspection

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Used Cars Import Rules and Regulations in the Cyprus

Age Restriction

The vehicle should not be more than 5 years old to be imported into Cyprus.

Right-Hand Drive Vehicle

You can Import right-hand drive vehicles in Cyprus.

Inspection

All vehicles older than 4 years must be subjected to a Department of Road Transport (DoRT) inspection to ensure mechanical safety and emission levels. The test checks brakes, emissions, steering lights, suspensions, tires, and other things and needs to be passed every 2 years. The test usually takes less than 60 minutes.

Documents You Need to Take to the DoRT Inspection Include

Vehicle registration document
Receipt of road tax payment
Invoice of sale
Carbon dioxide emission certificate
Valid ID card
Insurance certificate

Once the vehicle passes the inspection, the next step is to take all the documents mentioned above, along with the insurance certificate and DoRT inspection certificate, which should be taken to the DoRT vehicle examination center for registration.

Used Car Import Duties and Taxes in Cyprus

Import Duty: 10 to 22% of CIF + Engine Capacity Tax

Vat: 19% of CIF + Import Duty + Excise Duty

Documents Required to Import Used Cars in Cyrus

To prove EU community status, you must provide T2L or T2LF. You can obtain it from the shipping company or the customs service.

Valid Passport or ID card
Driver’s license
Residence permit
Utility or telephone bills
Use a sales contract or rental contract to prove that you are a resident in Cyprus.
Employment contract for work
Registration Process of the Vehicle
Shipping documents for shipped vehicles

The registration process of a vehicle in Cyprus differs from those imported outside of the EU. Also, if you are importing left-hand drive vehicles, you must meet additional requirements.

Important Points

Import duty is 10% of the cost + freight. Add the FOB cost and the shipping cost and calculate 10% of this amount.

VAT is 19% of FOB, Freight and Import Duty. Add the FOB cost, shipping cost, and import duty together and then take 19% of this amount.

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Mitsubishi DELICA D2

I'm happy with my purchase. The dealership provided an excellent selection of vehicles, and the staff was competent.

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Mazda DEMIO

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Toyota VITZ

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Toyota SIENTA

The green colour looks even nicer in person. My family likes the space and sliding doors very much. SAT Japan kept sending shipping updates until the vehicle reached us. Happy with this purchase.

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Jul 23, 2026

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Toyota PROBOX VAN

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Jul 23, 2026

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Mazda DEMIO

I did not choose this Mazda Demio only because of the price. I wanted a car that is dependable, comfortable, and economical for everyday driving. After comparing different exporters, I finally trusted SAT Japan because they explained every step honestly without putting pressure on me. This purchase gave me confidence to import another vehicle through SAT Japan in the future.

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