Importing to Namibia
Importing a vehicle into Namibia requires customs clearance through NamRA with SACU duty rates and 15% VAT.
Required Documents
- Original Bill of Lading
- Certificate of Title & Registration
- Purchase Invoice
- Police Clearance Certificate
- Vehicle Evaluation Report
- NamRA Customs Declaration (Form CE 101)
- Import Permit from Ministry of Industrialisation
Delivery & Timeline
Vehicles are dispatched from Durban port via licensed car carrier trucks. Estimated delivery timelines:
- Documentation prep: 2–5 days
- Overland transport: 2–6 days
- Customs clearance: 3–14 days
Total: approximately 1–3 weeks from payment to delivery.
Duty Calculator
Use our Import Cost Calculator to get a full breakdown of customs duties, VAT, excise taxes, and transport costs for Namibia.
Calculate Import CostsCountry Snapshot — Costs & Key Facts
Customs Duty
0% (SACU) or up to 25% (non-SACU)
VAT
15%
Excise / Surtax
0–37% by age & engine size
Land Transport
USD 400–650
Currency
NAD (Dollar) / ZAR
- MVIP permit required BEFORE shipping.
- De facto 10-year age limit for used imports.
- LHD permitted with special permit.
- CO2 levy applies to newer vehicles.
Guides for Namibia
Namibia Vehicle Import Duty 2025 — Rates, Rebates & Returning Resident Rules
Complete guide to Namibian vehicle import duties including SACU rates, VAT at 15%, the 10-year age restriction, and the MVIP permit process.
Namibia Import Permit Guide: How to Get Your Motor Vehicle Import Permit (MVIP)
A step-by-step guide to the Namibian MVIP application — what you need, how long it takes, and common mistakes to avoid.
Can You Import a Left-Hand Drive Vehicle to Namibia? LHD vs RHD Rules Explained
Namibia drives on the left but LHD imports are permitted under certain conditions. We explain the permit process, additional fees, and restrictions.
Landing Cost Used Car Namibia — SACU Benefits & Excise Charges
Namibia's SACU membership offers duty-free imports from South Africa, but excise charges apply based on vehicle age and engine size. Full breakdown.
How to Calculate Duty on Imported Cars in Namibia — Excise & MVIP Guide
Namibia's import duty calculation includes SACU rates, age-based excise, and MVIP permit costs. Step-by-step guide with worked examples.
Namibia Vehicle Duty Calculator — Instantly Estimate Excise & VAT
Calculate Namibia vehicle import duty including age-based excise, VAT, and MVIP costs. Our online calculator handles all Namibian tax components.
NamRA Car Import Namibia — Complete Guide to Customs Clearance
A comprehensive guide to the Namibia Revenue Agency (NamRA) vehicle import process. SACU rates, excise duty, MVIP permits, and clearance procedures.
