Import to Jamaica – Select Best Auction Grade Cars
Get any car from Japan to Kingston
Quality Hybrids, SUVs, Vans & Sedans
Inspected & verified in Japan to meet Trade Board Ltd (TBL) age import laws.
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Direct Shipping to Kingston & Montego Bay · Trade Board & JCA Import Support
What “Worry-Free” Actually Means
- Strict Age Limit Compliance: Manufacture year verified for 5-year car / 6-year SUV rules.
- JAAI Pre-Export Inspection: Full structural, mileage, and roadworthiness certification before dispatch.
- Direct Dealer Inventory: Sourced directly from official Japanese showroom networks.
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Choose Your Import Path
Whether you need fixed main-dealer quality or live auction prices, we handle export, JAAI inspection, and documentation for Jamaica.
Certified Japanese Dealer Stock
Hand-picked vehicles from official Japanese showrooms. Pre-inspected, serviced, and certified before ocean shipment to Kingston or Montego Bay.
- Pre-checked manufacture year to ensure 100% compliance with Trade Board Permit limits
- Complete JAAI / QISJ pre-export inspection and certified odometer check
- Documentation formatted for hassle-free Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) clearance
Verified Auction Sourcing
Sourcing high-grade hybrids, commercial HiAce buses, or SUVs? Bid live across 140+ Japanese auction halls with dedicated proxy inspection support.
- Access to recent-year Toyota Aqua, Note e-Power, Vezel, and HiAce commercial stock
- On-site physical pre-bid checks & detailed translation of Japanese auction sheets
- Complete CIF ocean freight, JAAI inspection booking, and original Bill of Lading processing
Local Eligibility
Individuals can import 2 vehicles every 3 years. Returning residents have special 10-year age allowances.
Regional Transit Hub
Kingston serves as the primary transshipment hub for the Caribbean, handled by Kingston Wharves Ltd.
Mandatory Permits
All imports require an Import License from the Trade Board Ltd before shipping begins.
Port of Entry: Kingston
Jamaica’s busiest terminal. Most RO-RO vessels from Japan dock here. 4-6 weeks transit time.
COST CALCULATOR
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CIF CALCULATOR
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VERIFIED BANKING
Official Mizuho Bank account details for JPY & USD$ international wire transfers.
TRANSIT TIME – JAPAN TO JAMAICA (PORT KINGSTON)
R/O R/O Shipping: Japan → Kingston
| Route / Segment | Transit Time | Special Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Japan (Yokohama / Kobe / Nagoya) → Transshipment Hub (Busan / Panama / Cartagena) | 20–28 days | All Ro/Ro routes require at least one hub connection. |
| Hub → Kingston, Jamaica | 8–12 days | Caribbean feeder service; weekly or bi‑weekly. |
| Port Discharge → Local Release | 1–3 days | Kingston is efficient with vehicle handling. |
| Total Transit Time (Japan → Kingston) | 36–38 days | Fastest method for used vehicles. |
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TRANSIT TIME – JAPAN TO JAMAICA (PORT KINGSTON)
Container Shipping: Japan → Kingston
| Route / Segment | Transit Time | Special Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Japan → Transshipment Hub (Busan / Panama / Cartagena) | 22–30 days | Container vessels may wait longer for hub connections. |
| Hub → Kingston, Jamaica | 10–15 days | Kingston is a major container hub with frequent sailings. |
| Port Discharge → Local Release | 1–3 days | Container clearance may take slightly longer than Ro/Ro. |
| Total Transit Time (Japan → Kingston) | 36–45 days | More secure but slightly slower than Ro/Ro. |
Duty & Tax Framework: Choose Your Destination
| Category | Import Duty | SCT & GCT | Notes |
| Electric Vehicles (EV) | 10% | Lower GCT | Reduced rate for the first 1,000 units annually. |
| Standard Sedans | 20% – 30% | Variable SCT | Special Consumption Tax (SCT) depends on engine CC. |
| Hybrids | Variable | Reduced | Often attract lower aggregate duties than pure petrol. |
Top Japanese Models for The Jamaica Market
Before the Car Leaves Japan
- Select & Verify: Choose your vehicle and ensure it meets the 6-year age limit.
- PSI Inspection: We arrange the ATJ inspection in Japan to ensure the car is “Jamaica-Ready.”
- Apply for Permit: Submit your invoice and export certificate to the Trade Board via JSWIFT.
- Secure Shipment: We ship the car to Kingston (KGN) and provide the Bill of Lading.
- Customs Clearance: Your broker pays the duties (Import Duty, GCT, SCT, and Environmental Levy).
- Drive Away: Once cleared, register the car at the Tax Office for your plates and fitness certificate.
Nexuss Pro-Tips for 2026
- The JSWIFT Portal: Ensure your TRN (Taxpayer Registration Number) is active before starting your application on the JSWIFT platform.
- ATJ Certification: Never ship a car without the Autoterminal Japan certificate. If it arrives without it, the car may be seized or denied entry.
- Broker Requirement: Jamaican law requires a Licensed Customs Broker to clear any vehicle for an individual.
- Import Permit from Trade Board Limited (must be obtained before shipping), Bill of Lading (B/L), QISJ Certificate, Japanese Export Certificate, and Commercial Invoice.
Nexuss International Co., Ltd. is a certified Japan-based exporter. Please note our strict operational conditions:
- Japan-Side Only: We manage procurement, QISJ inspections, and shipping inside Japan.
- No Local Agents: We do NOT have offices at your port for clearing or local collections.
- Buyer Liability: Import customs clearing, local duties, and registration are the buyer’s sole responsibility.
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