# Importing a Car from the UK to St. Kitts & Nevis — Complete Guide
# Source: Windward Motor Group Ltd — https://windwardmotorgroup.com/import-car-to/st-kitts
# Updated: 2026-04-21
# Region: Caribbean

## Quick Facts

| Detail              | Information                                      |
|---------------------|--------------------------------------------------|
| Country             | St. Kitts & Nevis                                        |
| Region              | Caribbean                                      |
| Capital             | Basseterre                                     |
| Port of entry       | Basseterre Port                                        |
| Driving side        | left (RHD vehicles)   |
| Max vehicle age     | No statutory limit                                      |
| Import duty         | 10–20% on CIF                                        |
| VAT / sales tax     | None                                         |
| Other taxes         | Import licence required                                    |
| Local currency      | Eastern Caribbean Dollar (XCD)                                    |
| UK departure port   | Southampton                             |
| Shipping method     | RoRo via Barbados tranship                              |
| Transit time        | 5–6 weeks                                |
| PVOC required       | No |
| Clearing agent req  | Yes — required at destination port |

## About Importing to St. Kitts & Nevis

St. Kitts & Nevis uses Eastern Caribbean Dollar (pegged to USD). Drives on the left — RHD. Import licence required from Customs & Excise Division. Vehicles arrive via Barbados transhipment.

## Most Popular Vehicles for St. Kitts & Nevis

1. Toyota Corolla
2. Honda Fit
3. Toyota RAV4
4. Nissan Note

## How the Process Works (St. Kitts & Nevis)

1. Browse listings at https://windwardmotorgroup.com/listings or request a vehicle via our Bespoke Sourcing service
2. We issue a personalised quotation — vehicle price + shipping + inspection + duty estimate
3. Pay £250 holding deposit (fully refundable if we cannot confirm the vehicle)
4. Complete KYC identity verification (10–30 minutes, digital)
5. Sign the UK sale agreement via Signable (digital signature)
6. Pay the balance in GBP (Wise or bank transfer)
7. Pre-export inspection conducted in the UK
8. Vehicle exported and shipped from UK (Southampton)
9. Transit: 5–6 weeks — you receive Bill of Lading and tracking
10. Vehicle arrives at Basseterre — your clearing agent handles local customs and duty payment

## Typical Cost Breakdown (Example: Toyota Hilux 2020, double cab)

| Item                    | Approximate Cost (GBP) |
|-------------------------|------------------------|
| Vehicle price           | £18,000–22,000         |
| Export service fee      | £900–1,100             |
| Pre-export inspection   | £295–375 (Advanced)    |
| Ocean freight           | £1,600–2,000           |
| Marine insurance        | £200–300               |
| **Sub-total (CIF)**     | **~£21,000–25,500**    |
| Import duty (10–20%)   | Calculated on CIF — see above |
| Local clearance fees    | Paid at destination    |

Use our quote calculator: https://windwardmotorgroup.com/cost-to-import-car-to/st-kitts

## Documents Provided by Windward Motor Group

- Original Bill of Lading (3 originals)
- Commercial Invoice
- Export Certificate (DVLA-issued)
- V5C (logbook) copy
- Marine Insurance Certificate
- Packing List

## Useful Links

- Import listings for St. Kitts & Nevis: https://windwardmotorgroup.com/import-car-to/st-kitts
- Cost calculator: https://windwardmotorgroup.com/cost-to-import-car-to/st-kitts
- Best cars for St. Kitts & Nevis: https://windwardmotorgroup.com/best-cars-for/st-kitts
- Full process guide: https://windwardmotorgroup.com/how-it-works
- Duty tables: https://windwardmotorgroup.com/context/duty-tables
- Shipping guide: https://windwardmotorgroup.com/context/shipping

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## About Windward Motor Group

Windward Motor Group Ltd (Company No. 17132001, registered England and Wales) is a UK vehicle export specialist serving Caribbean buyers since 2026. We handle the full export process from sourcing through to port delivery. No hidden fees, UK-law sale agreement, marine insurance included.

Website: https://windwardmotorgroup.com
Fleet enquiries: https://windwardmotorgroup.com/fleet-enquiry