Import Regulations in Latvia for Japan Used Cars

Restriction in Number of Years:
No Age Limit
Shipping Ports:
Freeport of Riga
Shipment Time:
Container (29-36 Days)
Shipping Schedule:
Container (Weekly)
Shipping Line:
Amber Shipping Line
Inspection:
NA
Other ports in Latvia for importing used Japanese cars are Rostock, Port of Saint-Petersburg, and Port of Stockholm. Left-hand drive Japan used vehicles are allowed for importation in Latvia.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR IMPORT OF VEHICLES
  • Title and Registration certificate
  • Driving license
  • International Driving Permit
  • Commercial Invoice
  • Import license
TAXATION
  • 10% duty and 10% VAT will be levied on vehicles that are less than 7 years of age with either 1600 cc petrol or 1800 cc engine.
  • 18% VAT will be levied on vehicles that are more than 7 years of age with either 1600 cc petrol or 1800 cc engine.
Used vehicles from Japan can be imported temporarily in Latvia for a maximum duration of one year. An application for the temporary import of the vehicle is required to be submitted at the Customs office in Riga. A 2% deposit also needs to be paid with the application.