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No Age Limits
Mongolia currently has no age restrictions on used vehicles, allowing for a wide variety of classic and modern imports.
Strategic Transit
Vehicles are shipped to Tianjin, China, then transported via rail or truck across the border to Mongolia.
RHD Friendly
Despite being a LHD country, Mongolia permits Right-Hand Drive Japanese vehicles with a valid license.
Destination: Ulaanbaatar
The primary hub for all clearances. Most Japanese imports are cleared at container yards in the capital.
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TRANSIT TIME – JAPAN TO MONGOLIA (ULAANBAATAR)
TABLE 1 — Ro/Ro Shipping: Japan → Ulaanbaatar (via Tianjin or Vladivostok)
| Route / Segment | Transit Time | Important Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Japan (Yokohama / Kobe / Nagoya) → Tianjin, China | 4–7 days | Frequent Ro/Ro sailings; Tianjin is the main hub for Mongolia. |
| Tianjin → Zamyn‑Uud (Mongolia Border) | 3–5 days | Overland trucking or rail; customs processing required. |
| Zamyn‑Uud → Ulaanbaatar | 1–2 days | Final inland delivery by truck or rail. |
| Total (Japan → Ulaanbaatar via Tianjin) | 8–14 days | Most widely used route for Mongolian importers. |
| Japan → Vladivostok, Russia | 2–4 days | Fastest Ro/Ro sea leg; very frequent sailings. |
| Vladivostok → Ulaanbaatar | 5–8 days | Overland trucking/rail across Russia → Mongolia. |
| Total (Japan → Ulaanbaatar via Vladivostok) | 7–12 days | Fastest overall Ro/Ro route. |
2 — Container Shipping: Japan → Ulaanbaatar (via Tianjin or Vladivostok)
| Route / Segment | Transit Time | Important Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Japan → Tianjin (Container) | 5–9 days | Direct weekly container services from major Japanese ports. |
| Tianjin → Zamyn‑Uud (Rail) | 3–6 days | Rail is the preferred container method for Mongolia. |
| Zamyn‑Uud → Ulaanbaatar | 1–2 days | Containers move by rail or truck to UB. |
| Total (Japan → Ulaanbaatar via Tianjin) | 9–17 days | Most stable and secure container route. |
| Japan → Vladivostok (Container) | 3–5 days | Fast sea leg; container handling slightly slower than Ro/Ro. |
| Vladivostok → Ulaanbaatar (Rail) | 6–10 days | Rail schedules vary by season and customs load. |
| Total (Japan → Ulaanbaatar via Vladivostok) | 9–18 days | Good for high‑value units or multiple vehicles. |
Duty & Tax Framework:
In addition to Excise Tax, there is a flat 5% Customs Duty and 10% VAT applied to the total CIF value.
| Engine Size | 0–3 Years Old | 4–6 Years Old | 10+ Years Old |
| Up to 1500cc | $500 USD | $1,000 USD | $6,000 USD |
| 1501cc – 2500cc | $1,500 USD | $2,000 USD | $7,000 USD |
| 2501cc – 3500cc | $2,000 USD | $2,500 USD | $8,000 USD |
Before the Car Leaves Japan
- Vehicle Selection: Choose any year or model; there are no age limits to worry about.
- Radiation Clearance: We conduct the mandatory radiation check in Japan prior to loading.
- Shipping to Tianjin: Your car is shipped via RO-RO or Container to the Port of Tianjin, China.
- Inland Rail/Trucking: The vehicle is loaded onto a train or car carrier for the journey to Ulaanbaatar.
- Customs Clearance: Pay the 5% Duty, 10% VAT, and the age-based Excise Tax at the Ulaanbaatar terminal.
- Final Registration: Register your vehicle with the National Auto Transportation Center (NATC).
Nexuss Pro-Tips for 2026
- Tianjin Transit: Ensure your shipping agent has a strong relationship with Chinese rail authorities. Transit from Tianjin Port to Ulaanbaatar can take 10–20 days.
- Hybrid Advantages: Hybrid vehicles (especially the Prius) often qualify for lower environmental levies—check the latest 2026 “Green” tax incentives.
- Documentation: Keep your Original Export Certificate safe; Mongolian customs requires the physical original, not a copy, for final registration.