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Shop Reliable Used Cars from Japan to Tanzania with Verified Reports

Carbarn owns each vehicle and oversees the entire process, ensuring Tanzanian buyers get fully inspected Japanese cars delivered with complete transparency.

Carbarn – Reliable Used Cars
Protection Plan

All-Inclusive Pricing

Car, shipping & JEVIC car inspection — no hidden fees

Anytime Vehicle Help

Two Verified Reports

Auction Sheet + Carbarn Inspector Report

Local Bank Facility

Easy Payments

Pay by bank transfer or credit card

Payment Plans

Track Shipment & Documents

Live vessel tracking + invoices & Bill of Lading (B/L)

Prices

Mileage

Auction Grade

Year

Body Types

Fuel Types

Global Presence

How Does It Work

Backed by 2 Inspection Reports

01

Choose Your Car

Browse our pre-inspected cars in Japan.

Choose <strong>Your Car</strong>
02

Review 2 Reports

Auction Sheet + Carbarn Inspector Report

Review 2 <strong>Reports</strong>
03

Order & Pay

Online payment available — no hidden costs

Order & <strong>Pay</strong>
04

We Ship. You Track

Get full access to vessel, documents & delivery

We Ship. <strong>You Track</strong>

Regulations for Importing Japanese Used Cars to Tanzania

Considering importing a car from Japan to Tanzania? Understand the essential rules, duties, and required documentation to ensure a smooth import process.

No Age Limits

Year Restriction

No Age Limits

40 Days

Time of Shipment

40 Days

JEVIC

Inspection

JEVIC

Dar-Es-Salaam

Destination

Dar-Es-Salaam

RORO

Vessel

RORO

Essential Documents for Importing Japanese Used Cars to Tanzania

01

Original Invoice

A commercial invoice issued by Carbarn Japan that confirms the purchase value of your imported vehicle. Required for customs clearance in Tanzania.

02

Original Export Certificate (Deregistration Paper)

This official Japanese document proves the vehicle has been legally exported and deregistered from its previous owner in Japan

03

Translated Export Certificate (English Version)

The English translation of the Export Certificate, required for use in Tanzania when registering or verifying your imported car.

04

Original Bill of Lading (B/L)

Issued by the shipping company, this document confirms your car has been shipped to Tanzania and includes details like vehicle info and recipient name.

Payment Methods

Prefer secure and direct payment? Bank transfer is the way to go!

For your convenience and security, you can now make direct bank transfers to complete your vehicle purchase. Please find our official bank account information below:

Bank Account Details:

A/C: 7656355
Bank: 楽天銀行 (Rakuten Bank)
Branch: 第三営業支店 (Daisan-Eigyo-siten)
Branch Number : 253

Why Choose Bank Transfer?

  • Safe and reliable international payment method
  • Traceable and widely accepted across borders
  • No hidden charges from our side — full transparency guaranteed

Once payment is made, kindly share the transaction slip or confirmation via WhatsApp for faster processing.

Car FAQs

Answers to Your Questions

Question IconAre there any hidden costs?
Question IconNo, we are transparent with our cost. There are no hidden costs. However, the duty, tax (VAT), and custom clearance cost is not included.
Question IconCan I track my shipment of my purchased vehicle?
Question IconYou may track your shipment from “Track your Shipment” in your profile.
Question IconHow do I check the vehicle condition?
Question IconWe have attached all sorts of images in your vehicle page. Moreover, you may see the Carbarn Inspection Comments and Report to verify the vehicle condition. Lastly, the Auction Grade will confirm the condition of the vehicle.
Question IconHow is the custom duty calculated in Tanzania?
Question IconCustoms duty is based on the CIF value, vehicle age, and engine capacity, following TRA rates.
Question IconHow long does it take for the vehicle to arrive in Tanzania?
Question IconShipping to Dar es Salaam usually takes 25–35 days from Japan, depending on schedule.
Question IconHow much is the excise duty on vehicles in Tanzania?
Question IconExcise duty is 0% for up to 1000cc, 5% for 1001–2000cc, and 10% for engines over 2000cc.
Question IconHow much is the import duty on vehicles in Tanzania?
Question IconImport duty is generally 25% of the vehicle’s CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight) value.
Question IconIs there any pre-inspection on the vehicle?
Question IconAll vehicles must undergo a pre-shipment inspection in Japan by JEVIC (Japan Export Vehicle Inspection Center).
Question IconWhat does the price include?
Question IconThe price includes the cost of the vehicle unit, shipping charge, and inspection fee in Japan.
Question IconWhat is the age restriction on imported cars in Tanzania?
Question IconNo official age restriction on used cars imported from Japan.