Vehicle Import Policies

Vehicle Requirements

• Euro V emission standard (Euro 5)
• Pre-installed with ERA-GLONASS emergency call system (we can retrofit this for you).
• Full compliance with Customs Union TR CU 018/2011.

Duty Free Special Access

• Personal tax exemption policy:Individuals may import duty-free one motor vehicle with an engine displacement of not more than 1.8L….

Permitted Import Conditions:

• Vehicle age ≤ 3 years
• Model range: petrol/diesel/hybrid/electric vehicles
• Source: Used cars held by individuals or companies are allowed.

How do I legally start an import business?

• Step 1: Obtaining a Franchise
• Step 2: Selection of procurement channels

What You Can Import

• Max 4-year-old vehicles (manufactured after 2021)
• Left-hand drive (RHD allowed for re-export only)
• Banned types: Taxis, police cars, salvaged vehicles

Tax & Duty Calculator

Required Documents Checklist

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Who Can Import:

• Saudi/GCC citizens: 2 cars/year
• Iqama holders: 1 car every 3 years
• Businesses: Requires Saudi CR registration

Prohibited Vehicles:

• Right-hand drive conversions

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Import Procedures

• Temporary Entry (8-Month Process)
1. Obtain Temporary Permit: Valid for 3 months (renewable once)
2. Metal Plates Requirement: Original registration plates from source country
3. Final Options at 8 Months:
• Pay duties at Zarqa Free Zone for permanent plates

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Mandatory Papers:

• Original Bill of Lading (BOL)
• Notarized Purchase Invoice
• Vehicle Title with usage history
• Interpol Theft Clearance Certificate
• Technical Compliance Certificate(SABER Certification)

Customs Process Timeline

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China-Georgia FTA Benefits:

• 0% duty for Chinese-origin vehicles
• 18% VAT applies to all imports

Example Calculation:

$15,000 car from China:

Duty: $0 (FTA) + VAT: $2,700 = Total Tax: $2,700

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2024 Tax Structure

EV Incentives (2024 Update)

Zero Tax Advantage:

• ✅ No import duty
• ✅ No excise tax
• ✅ 18% VAT still applies

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