Year Restriction
- Max. 10 Years old
Documents Required
- The year of manufacture
- The name and address of the manufacturer of the used car and
- The home delivery value of the used car.
- Certificate of Title and Registration
- Purchase Invoice & Insurance Policy – original
- Original Bill of Lading – state chassis & engine numbers, CC size, brand and model
- International Driver’s License
- Customs Form C. 12/SAD
Regulations for importation of vehicles
- Only LHD vehicles are allowed
- Used cars over 10 years old require a graduated duty and penalty (according to year of manufacture). The age of a motor vehicle imported under the law is calculated with effect from the year in which the motor vehicle was first manufactured. The age of a vehicle is a crucial determinant in valuation for duty purposes.
- Under current Ghana regulations, used cars older than 10 years are subject to limited import or additional tariffs and additional tariffs are as follows:
1) More than 10 to less than 12 years: 5% of cif
2) More than 12 to less than 15 years: 20% of cif
3) From 15 years to less than 25 years: 50% of cif
4) From 25 years to less than 35 years: 70% of cif
5) Over 35 years: 100% of cif