Import Rules, Regulations, Policies & Procedures
To Import Japan Used Cars In Malaysia

Check all the key points related to import rules, regulations, policies, documentations, duties and taxes, inspections, restrictions, shipping ports, etc. which you should keep in mind while importing Used Cars from Japan to Malaysia

Year Restriction

Max. 5 Years Old

Destination Port

Penang (Georgetown), Kelang

Time of Shipment

Container (09-13 Days)

Vessel Schedule

Shipping Line

Inspection

Used Car Import Rules & Regulations in Malaysia

Right-Hand Drive Vehicles

Importation of right hand drive vehicle is permitted in Malaysia. In Malaysia traffic moves on left hand side of the road. Importer should meet the following conditions if want to import a car to the country

Age Restriction

Importation of used vehicles with more than 5 years old is restricted in Malaysia.

Used Cars Import Duties And Taxes In Malaysia

Duties and taxes

For Passenger Cars (Petrol Engine)

Up to 1799 CC 140% of CIF 1800 CC – 1999 CC 170% of CIF 2000 CC – 2499 CC 200% of CIF 2500 CC – 2999 CC 250% of CIF 3000 CC and above 300% of CIF

For 4×4 vehicles and others

Up to 1799 CC 1800 CC – 1999 CC 2000 CC – 2499 CC 150% of CIF 2500 CC – 2999 CC 180% of CIF 3000 CC and above 200% of CIF

How to import a used vehicle into Malaysia

The imposition of very high import duties make owning a non Malaysian made car somewhat expensive. Import duties run to as high as 300%. Consequently the vast majority of cars in Malaysia are locally produced ones.

Cost of maintenance and parts for foreign cars are also factors to be considered. Needless to say if your car is rare or indeed not available in Malaysia these factors become paramount. To import your car to Malaysia, you must apply for an Approval Permit (AP) from the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI). In order to apply for this permit, your car must be registered under your name for at least 3 years.