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JEVIC & UNBS Certified

All vehicles undergo a mandatory Road Worthiness Inspection (RWI) by JEVIC to ensure they meet Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) requirements.

The 15-Year Rule

Vehicles must be less than 15 years old from the date of first registration to be eligible for importation into Uganda.

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Flexible Steering

Unlike many neighbors, Uganda permits the importation of both Right-Hand Drive (RHD) and Left-Hand Drive (LHD) vehicles.

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Kampala Door-to-Door

Complete logistics management from Japanese ports to the Mombasa/Dar-es-Salaam corridor, delivering directly to the Kampala Bond.

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Why Choose Japanese Cars for Uganda?

Japanese vehicles are the preferred choice for Ugandan drivers due to their legendary durability, fuel efficiency, and the widespread availability of spare parts. Whether navigating the streets of Kampala or traversing rural terrain, brands like Toyota, Nissan, and Mitsubishi offer unmatched reliability. Nexuss Company Japan ensures every vehicle is hand-picked for quality, providing a seamless bridge between Japanese auctions and Ugandan roads.

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Vehicles must be no older than 15 years from the year of manufacture/first registration.

Uganda uses the G.A.T.T. valuation method. Taxes generally include:

  • VAT: 18% (Standard rate).
  • Import Commission: 2%.
  • Withholding Tax: 6%.
  • Import Duty: 15% of CIF value.

Note: Environmental Levy applies to older vehicles (8-15 years).6 rates.

As a landlocked country, vehicles are shipped to the Port of Mombasa (Kenya) or Dar-es-Salaam (Tanzania) before being transported via car carrier to Uganda.

Yes, Uganda allows both RHD and LHD vehicle configurations.

Once at the Kampala Bonded Warehouse, final URA taxes are cleared, and the vehicle is registered with the Ministry of Works & Transport to receive its “U” series plates.

Uganda Import Tax Structure

Tax ComponentRate (Estimated)
Import Duty15% of Dutiable Value
VAT (Value Added Tax)18%
Withholding Tax (WHT)6%
Import Commission2%
Environmental LevyVaries (Based on vehicle age)

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Calculate Uganda Import Duty

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URA Customs Duty & Tax Estimator

(Vehicle + Shipping + Insurance)
Import Rule: Vehicles older than 15 years are prohibited from entry into Uganda.

Total Landed Cost (UGX)

UGX 0
Approx: $0.00
Import Duty (25%): 0
VAT (18%): 0
Withholding Tax (6%): 0
Infrastructure Levy (1.5%): 0
Environmental Levy: 0
Registration Fees: UGX 1,500,000*

*Standard estimate for plates and URA registration. Final value depends on engine CC.

UNBS Inspection (Pre-Export)

All vehicles must be inspected by UNBS-authorized agents (like JEVIC) in Japan. A Certificate of Conformity (CoC) is required to avoid heavy fines and local re-inspection fees.

URA Registration & TIN

To clear your vehicle, you must have a valid Tax Identification Number (TIN) from the Uganda Revenue Authority. Our local clearing partners can assist with the ASYCUDA World system filing.