Direct Japanese Imports to Bahamas | Quality & Value
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MAX AGE LIMIT
Vehicles must be less than 10 years old from the date of manufacture. We screen all bids to ensure compliance.
DRIVE SIDE & DELIVERY
The Bahamas drives on the left (RHD). We deliver to Nassau and Freeport.
PROHIBITED IMPORTS
We prohibit the export of Salvage, Non-rebuildable, or wrecked vehicles (those with Certificates of Destruction).
MAJOR SAVINGS ALERT: Hybrid & EV Duty Advantage!
Used Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Hybrids valued at $70,000 or less pay a drastically reduced Duty Rate of just 10%. Ask us how to find a qualifying vehicle!
Standard Petrol/Gasoline Vehicle Duty Rates
|
Vehicle Value (CIF |
Import Duty Rate |
|
New Gas Vehicles ($50,000 or less) |
45% (Duty reduced for small engine vehicles 1.5L-2.0L) |
|
Used Gas Vehicles ($10,000 or less) |
65% |
|
Used Gas Vehicles ($10,001 to $40,000) |
75% |
|
Used Gas Vehicles (Over $40,000) |
85% |
Mandatory Fees (In addition to Duty)
VALUE ADDED TAX (VAT)
A standard 10% VAT is applied to the Total Landed Cost (CIF + Duty + all Fees).
CUSTOMS PROCESSING FEE
A 1% fee is charged on the value of the goods, with a minimum of $10 and a maximum of $750.
ENVIRONMENTAL LEVY
A mandatory fee is levied on all imported vehicles. Typically $250 per vehicle.
Yokohama → Bahamas (via Kingston) — Transit Time Overview
Ro/Ro Shipping
| Route | Transit Time | Special Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Yokohama → Kingston | 36–38 days | Verified long‑haul Ro/Ro route; transshipment required. |
| Kingston → Nassau | 2–4 days | Short Caribbean feeder; schedule varies weekly. |
| Kingston → Freeport | 3–5 days | Freeport is a major Ro/Ro hub; slightly longer wait times. |
| Total to Nassau | 38–42 days | Fastest Ro/Ro option for Bahamas. |
| Total to Freeport | 39–43 days | More frequent feeder options than Nassau. |
Yokohama → Bahamas (via Kingston) — Transit Time Overview
Container Shipping
| Route | Transit Time | Special Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Yokohama → Kingston | 36–45 days | Verified range; depends on routing via Busan/Panama. |
| Kingston → Nassau | 3–6 days | Container feeders operate weekly; occasional delays. |
| Kingston → Freeport | 3–7 days | Freeport is a major container hub with frequent sailings. |
| Total to Nassau | 39–51 days | Container is slower due to handling + hub wait times. |
| Total to Freeport | 39–52 days | Most flexible container schedules in the Bahamas. |
Top Japanese Models for The Bahamas Market
Nissan Note (2016)
The market leader for affordability, fuel economy, and space. High parts availability.
Honda Fit (2017)
Known locally as the Jazz. Excellent reliability and high resale value. Ideal first import.
Toyota Yaris (2021)
Extremely reliable and budget-friendly. Available in Hybrid options for major duty savings.
Corolla Axio (2018)
Sedan, Most selling Toyota Brand economical engine. Very popular choice for families.
Container Vanning & Shipping Service
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Sedans Vanning in Container
Cars, Trucks, Transport Vans are safely shipped via Containers to land-locked places of Asia, Europe, Africa, and Americas.
Safe Container Vanning
Trucks, Microbuses, Transport Vans are safely shipped via Containers to land-locked places of Asia, Europe, Africa, and Americas.