Import Regulations in Malta for Japan Used Cars

Restriction in Number of Years:
NA
Shipping Ports:
Marsaxlokk and Valletta
Shipment Time:
Container (24-31 Days)
Shipping Schedule:
Container (Weekly)
Shipping Line:
Palm Shipping Agency Ltd.
Inspection:
SVA
Other ports in Malta for importing used Japanese cars are Valletta Grand Harbour, Port of Marsaxlokk, Port of Ċirkewwa, Port of Marsamxett, Port of Valletta, and Mgarr. Only right-hand-drive Japan used vehicles are allowed for importation in Malta.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR IMPORT OF VEHICLES
  • Title and Registration certificate
  • Driving license and International Insurance Policy Card (green card)
  • Bill of Lading
  • Commercial Invoice
  • Import license
  • Certificate of export or Logbook
  • Vehicle Registration Certificate (original)
  • MOT (roadworthiness test)
TAXATION
  • 10% of the CIF value of the used car will be imposed as Customs duty.
  • 18% VAT will be charged.
  • Vehicle registration tax will be applicable to the import of all Japan used vehicles.
To buy and import Japan used car in Malta:
  • Find a reliable Japanese used car exporter, check their background for reliability in terms of service.
  • Select the car you want to import from Japan and go through the import regulations for importing used Japanese cars in Malta.
  • After you’ve selected the car for importation, you will receive an invoice from the supplier of the cars. Make the payment for the used car you want to import by means of the bank transfer and collect the receipt for the same.
  • After the successful payment, your car would be ready to get shipped.