Eswatini (formerly Swaziland) offers SACU duty-free benefits but enforces a 15-year age limit on used imports. Understanding both factors is key to calculating your landed cost.
Landed Cost Components
- Vehicle price (CIF Durban) — Japan-used vehicle from our stock
- Transport Durban to Eswatini — USD 200–350
- Customs duty — 0% (SACU duty-free)
- VAT — 15% on CIF value
- ERA import permit fee — E 500–1,000
- Police clearance certificate — E 100–200
- Roadworthiness inspection — E 200–400
- Registration and number plates — E 300–600
Worked Example: Toyota Corolla 1500cc (2014)
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Vehicle price (CIF Durban) | $8,000 |
| Transport to Eswatini | $250 |
| Customs duty (SACU duty-free) | $0 |
| VAT at 15% | $1,200 |
| ERA import permit | $60 |
| Clearing and inspection | $80 |
| Total landed cost | $9,590 |
Age Limit Impact
The 15-year age limit means vehicles from 2010 or older cannot be imported. This effectively sets a price floor — you cannot save money by importing a very old, cheap vehicle. However, newer vehicles (2010–2020) offer better reliability and fuel economy, offsetting the higher purchase price.
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