What is the age restriction on imported cars in Dominican Republic?

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

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

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 Dominican Republic market.

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

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

Can I import a Japanese car to Dominican Republic?

Japanese cars can be imported in Dominican Republic through its seaports.

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Import Regulation

Year Restriction

Max. 5 Years Old

Shipping Port

Santo Dominigo

Time to Ship

3 to 5 weeks

(can vary)

Pre-shipment inspection

Used Cars Import Rules and Regulations in the Dominican Republic

Age Limit

Cars should not be more than 10 years old.
Busses should not be more than 7 years old.
Lorries should not be more than 10 years old.

Right-Hand Drive Vehicles

Import of right-hand Drive vehicles is allowed in the country.

Inspection

No inspection is required on the import of used cars in Dominican Republic.

Import Duties and Taxes on Used Cars in Dominican Republic

Import duty- 40% of the custom value
Customs Service Charge (CSC) - 3% of the custom value
Environmental Subcharges- $3,000 per unit ( vehicles with age 5 years or older). Vehicles less than 5 years - 1% of the custom value

Excise duty- 28%
VAT - 15%

Points You Need to Consider When Importing Vehicle in the Dominican Republic

No more than one vehicle can be imported per individual into the country.
The number of cylinders in all imported automobiles should not exceed six.
Taxes and duties apply to motorcycles.
Any vehicle being imported into the country must have been owned by the importer for at least one year before importation.
Being a new resident, you can import a vehicle with little to no duty if you owned the vehicle for at least 2 years and the vehicle is less than 5 years old.
An importer needs to be present in the country for customs clearance of any vehicle.

Documents Required for Import of Vehicle in Dominican Republic

Bill of Lading
Bill of sale
Insurance policy and certificate
Cancelation certificate
Proof of payment
Export documents
Foreign policy and certificate
Original driver’s license
Commercial invoice
Residence Visa
Proof of payment
Police certificate of registration
Asycuda bill of lading from the shipping agent
Cancellation certificate
Original Dominican Consular invoice – stamped at nearest Dominican Consulate

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Customer Reviews

Subaru R1

Ha sido excelente; recibí más de lo que esperaba. Fue un proceso sencillo de principio a fin. El concesionario que me vendió mi Subaru R2 estaba muy pulido y se comunicaba bien.

María Isabel Sánchez

Jul 22, 2024

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Toyota PROBOX VAN

I was excited about getting my Toyota Probox, but the experience required too much patience. Honestly, SAT Japan did everything professionally. But I’m not satisfied with the car. The car came in rough condition.

Magige Mwita

Sep 07, 2026

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Toyota PROBOX VAN

My vehicle looks good, and I like the simple style. It should be a useful car for my daily needs. But in between the process, the lack of communication from the SAT Japan team made me worry for a while. But thanks to them, I got such a nice car .

Galma Guyo

Sep 07, 2026

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Toyota NOAH

Finally received our Noah and the family is enjoying it already. Good space, comfortable seats and it feels nice on the road even when we are all inside. I was a little nervous buying a vehicle from Japan first time, but SAT Japan customer support helped whenever I needed information.

Ekeno Lopoyok

Sep 07, 2026

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Toyota SIENTA

This Sienta has been a good choice for us. I needed something with more room for family but still not a very big car. Getting in and out is easy and there is enough space when we are travelling together.The buying side with SAT Japan was straightforward.

Lentur Lelenguy

Sep 07, 2026

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Toyota PROBOX VAN

Was not expecting the car to look this clean in person. The white Probox is running nicely, AC is good and driving is comfortable. SAT Japan answered my questions before I paid and that gave me confidence to continue with them.

Ole Melita Pardee

Sep 07, 2026

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Toyota PROBOX VAN

The Probox came just how I wanted it. Simple car, plenty space at the back and very easy to use every day. I found one small mark inside but nothing serious for a used car. What I liked most with SAT Japan was the documents. Everything was prepared properly and I did not struggle when the car arrived.

Mwangemi Mwaruwa

Sep 07, 2026

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Mitsubishi ROSA

I bought this Rosa for my transport work and so far it is doing the job very well. Engine feels strong. There was a small delay with shipping, but SAT Japan communicated, so I was not worried. Happy with this purchase.

Ocharo Onsongo

Sep 07, 2026

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Toyota HIACE VAN

I was very excited about getting this Van, but the buying process gave me some hard moments. I felt frustrated when things did not go as quickly as I expected. The car was also reached in rough condition.

M'Itunga M'Rukaria

Sep 04, 2026

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Pre-shipment inspection

Used Cars Import Rules and Regulations in the Dominican Republic

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Right-Hand Drive Vehicles

Inspection

Import Duties and Taxes on Used Cars in Dominican Republic

Points You Need to Consider When Importing Vehicle in the Dominican Republic

Documents Required for Import of Vehicle in Dominican Republic

Used Cars for Sale in Dominican Republic - SAT Japan

Why Choose SAT Japan?

Easy Shipping to Dominican Republic

Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed

Why Choose SAT

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Customer Reviews

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