Yes, you can import a used car of any age from Japan to Zambia; there is no age ban, but ZRA's duty depends on the car's age band, body type and engine size. Every car needs a compulsory roadworthiness inspection in Japan for the Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA).
Autocom Japan has exported 900,000+ cars to 100+ countries. Our team in Japan helps you choose a car, arranges the ZCSA inspection and export documents, and ships it to the port your clearing agent prefers.
No age ban was found. ZRA charges a specific duty on used vehicles that depends on the age band, body type and engine size; see ZRA's official schedule.
No age ban for any vehicle type; age affects the duty band only.
ZCSA requires a compulsory roadworthiness inspection under standard ZS 560, done in Japan by a ZCSA-appointed agent such as EAA Co., Ltd.
We never quote government duty or tax — it depends on the car and changes often. Use the official pages below or ask a licensed clearing agent.
No age ban was found. Older cars fall into a different duty band, so check ZRA's official schedule.
The Zambia Compulsory Standards Agency (ZCSA) requires a roadworthiness inspection, done in Japan by a ZCSA-appointed agent such as EAA Co., Ltd.
Dar es Salaam and Durban are common routes, and some importers use Walvis Bay. Ask your clearing agent which border suits you, and ask us for the current schedule.
No. Zambian buyers deal directly with our team in Japan and pay only by bank transfer to an account in Japan in the name of Autocom Japan Inc.
Rules change. We checked these rules on 1 October 2026. Always confirm with our office before you pay.
