# Importing a Car from the UK to Tanzania — Complete Guide
# Source: Windward Motor Group Ltd — https://windwardmotorgroup.com/import-car-to/tanzania
# Updated: 2026-04-21
# Region: Africa

## Quick Facts

| Detail              | Information                                      |
|---------------------|--------------------------------------------------|
| Country             | Tanzania                                        |
| Region              | Africa                                      |
| Capital             | Dar es Salaam                                     |
| Port of entry       | Dar es Salaam Port                                        |
| Driving side        | left (RHD vehicles)   |
| Max vehicle age     | 8 years from date of manufacture                                      |
| Import duty         | 25% Customs Duty on CIF + VAT 18% + Excise Duty (varies)                                        |
| VAT / sales tax     | 18% VAT                                         |
| Other taxes         | Tanzania Revenue Authority port charges                                    |
| Local currency      | Tanzanian Shilling (TZS)                                    |
| UK departure port   | Southampton or Tilbury                             |
| Shipping method     | RoRo to Dar es Salaam                              |
| Transit time        | 5–6 weeks from UK via Suez                                |
| PVOC required       | Yes — we arrange this in the UK |
| Clearing agent req  | Yes — required at destination port |

## About Importing to Tanzania

Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) requires PVOC inspection for imported vehicles. 8-year age limit strictly enforced. Tanzania Revenue Authority administers customs. Dar es Salaam is the main port — Uganda and Rwanda buyers also route through here (or Mombasa). Pickup trucks and Land Cruisers dominate the import market due to road conditions in rural Tanzania. Good demand for NGO field vehicles.

## Most Popular Vehicles for Tanzania

1. Toyota Hilux (top seller)
2. Toyota Land Cruiser 70 series
3. Toyota Land Cruiser 200 series
4. Isuzu D-Max
5. Mitsubishi L200
6. Ford Ranger
7. Nissan Navara
8. Toyota Prado
9. Land Rover Defender

## How the Process Works (Tanzania)

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 + PVOC certificate arranged
8. Vehicle exported and shipped from UK (Southampton or Tilbury)
9. Transit: 5–6 weeks from UK via Suez — you receive Bill of Lading and tracking
10. Vehicle arrives at Dar es Salaam — 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 (25%)   | Calculated on CIF — see above |
| Local clearance fees    | Paid at destination    |

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

## Documents Provided by Windward Motor Group

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

## Useful Links

- Import listings for Tanzania: https://windwardmotorgroup.com/import-car-to/tanzania
- Cost calculator: https://windwardmotorgroup.com/cost-to-import-car-to/tanzania
- Best cars for Tanzania: https://windwardmotorgroup.com/best-cars-for/tanzania
- 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 African 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