What is the age restriction on imported cars in France?

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

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

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 France market.

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

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

Can I import a Japanese car to France?

Japanese cars can be imported in France through its seaports.

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Import Regulation

Year Restriction

No Restriction

Shipping Port

Fort de France

Time to Ship

3 to 5 weeks

(can vary)

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Used Cars Import Rules and Regulations in the France

Age Restriction

There is no age restriction on used cars for import in France.

Left/Right-hand Drive Vehicle

All the vehicles imported from Japan must be Left-Hand Drive (LHD)

Inspection Policy

In France, no inspection is required for imported cars.

Import Duties and Taxes

Import Customs: Cars 5-10%.

VAT: (CIF + Import Customs) x 19. 6%

Registration fee: EUR 34 per horsepower for cars less than 10 years old and half of it for cars older than 10.

If the vehicle is new and less than 6 months old or has done less than 6000 km, then the VAT is charged on the invoiced price; otherwise, it is reduced according to the age of the vehicle.

VAT is levied on imported cars outside the European Union based on their value and country of origin. However, if cars from the EU have the right documents, there is no import duty.

On settlement or confirmation of VAT exemption, the importer is issued a customs certificate (Certificat de Douane 846A) for registration, which should be done within three months from the date of import.

Documentation Required on Vehicle Import

Identity Proof

Proof of Address (copy of property documents, tenancy agreement, bill, insurance receipt, etc.).

A certified copy of the foreign registration certificate.

Copy of the attestation of Conformity that is either issued by the manufacturer or agent.

The certificate of purchase and the customs clearance certificate from the Centre des Impots.

If the car is older than four years, it must have a French Controle technique (technical Tested) certificate; this must have been done within six months but not more than that (two months in case contre-visite or re-test is required).

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Toyota PROBOX VAN

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