Import to Bahamas – High Grade Auction cars for Sale

Get any car from Japan to Bahamas Via Kingston

Live access offline. Ask us about Botswana fresh arrivals.
10-Yrs
max. limit
RHD
Org. RHD-jdm
Shpmt
RoRo or Cont.
*Proven Quality of Japan Domestic Models.

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).

🇧🇸 DELIVERED TO NASSAU & FREEPORT (CONTAINER & RORO)

Wide Choice of Fuel-Efficient Hybrids, Sedans & Island Crossovers

Inspected & appraised by certified experts in Japan. Direct shipping from Yokohama & Kobe.

Browse by Maker — Bahamas Favourites

Toyota · Honda · Nissan · Suzuki · Mazda · Subaru · Mitsubishi · Lexus

Direct Shipping to Nassau & Freeport Port · Bahamas Customs Documentation Support

What “Worry-Free Bahamas Import” Means

  • Direct Dealer Inventory: Sourced directly from official Japanese main dealers or top wholesale auction lines.
  • Hybrid Duty Advantage: Save on overall landed costs with popular low-emission Japanese hybrids.
  • Tropical Climate Check: Mandatory pre-export inspection of air conditioning, cooling systems, and battery health.

🌐 Maker pages open in Japanese. Right-click → Translate, or send us the link to handle it.

Two Ways To Buy

Choose Your Import Path

Whether you choose direct fixed dealer stock or live auction sourcing, we coordinate full ocean logistics to Nassau or Freeport.

⚡ BEST WHOLESALE VALUE

Verified Auction Sourcing

Looking for top-selling island models (Aqua, Note, Fit, CR-V, RAV4)? Bid directly across major Japanese wholesale auctions with complete English sheet translations.

  • Access 140+ Japanese wholesale auction houses (USS, TAA, JU)
  • On-site yard inspections, condition sheet translations & video check options
  • Complete CIF ocean freight arrangement, pre-shipment inspections, and marine insurance

Standard Petrol/Gasoline Vehicle Duty Rates[cite: 3]

BAHAMAS CUSTOMS TARIFF
Vehicle Value (CIF)[cite: 3] Import Duty Rate[cite: 3]
New Gas Vehicles ($50,000 or less)[cite: 3] 45% (Duty reduced for small engine vehicles 1.5L-2.0L)[cite: 3]
Used Gas Vehicles ($10,000 or less)[cite: 3] 65%[cite: 3]
Used Gas Vehicles ($10,001 to $40,000)[cite: 3] 75%[cite: 3]
Used Gas Vehicles (Over $40,000)[cite: 3] 85%[cite: 3]

Mandatory Fees (In addition to Duty)[cite: 3]

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VALUE ADDED TAX (VAT)[cite: 3]

A standard 10% VAT is applied to the Total Landed Cost (CIF + Duty + all Fees).[cite: 3]

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CUSTOMS PROCESSING FEE[cite: 3]

A 1% fee is charged on the value of the goods, with a minimum of $10 and a maximum of $750.[cite: 3]

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ENVIRONMENTAL LEVY[cite: 3]

A mandatory fee is levied on all imported vehicles. Typically $250 per vehicle.[cite: 3]

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MAJOR SAVINGS ALERT

Hybrid & EV Duty Advantage!

Importing an eco-friendly vehicle to the Bahamas? Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Hybrids (e.g. Aqua, Note e-Power, Fit Hybrid, Prius) valued at $50,000 or less pay a drastically reduced Bahamas Customs Duty Rate of just 10% (compared to 65%–75% for standard petrol models).

💡 Ask our team to help you source qualifying Japanese hybrid models to maximize your landed cost savings!

Yokohama → Bahamas (via Kingston) — Transit Time Overview

Ro/Ro Shipping

RouteTransit TimeSpecial Notes
Yokohama → Kingston36–38 daysVerified long‑haul Ro/Ro route; transshipment required.
Kingston → Nassau2–4 daysShort Caribbean feeder; schedule varies weekly.
Kingston → Freeport3–5 daysFreeport is a major Ro/Ro hub; slightly longer wait times.
Total to Nassau38–42 daysFastest Ro/Ro option for Bahamas.
Total to Freeport39–43 daysMore frequent feeder options than Nassau.

Yokohama → Bahamas (via Kingston) — Transit Time Overview

Container Shipping

RouteTransit TimeSpecial Notes
Yokohama → Kingston36–45 daysVerified range; depends on routing via Busan/Panama.
Kingston → Nassau3–6 daysContainer feeders operate weekly; occasional delays.
Kingston → Freeport3–7 daysFreeport is a major container hub with frequent sailings.
Total to Nassau39–51 daysContainer is slower due to handling + hub wait times.
Total to Freeport39–52 daysMost flexible container schedules in the Bahamas.

Top Japanese Models for The Bahamas Market

🛡️ OFFICIAL BAHAMAS BUYER ADVISORY
🇧🇸 JAPAN TO BAHAMAS DIRECT
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CERTIFIED EXPORTER SINCE 1998

Nexuss International Co., Ltd. is a licensed Japan-based vehicle exporter. Please note our operational guidelines for direct shipping to Nassau & Freeport:

  • 🇯🇵 Japan Freight & Quality Checks: We manage direct procurement, pre-export technical inspections, export customs, and ocean shipment from Japan.
  • 🚫 No Local Clearing Office: We do NOT operate local clearing agencies or physical storage yards inside the Bahamas.
  • 📋 Buyer Responsibility: Port clearance at Nassau/Freeport, Bahamas Customs Duty, 10% VAT, Environmental Levy ($250), and local registration are managed by the buyer/local broker.
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