Export Cars
to Brunei
UK Car Export provides professional vehicle export services to Brunei for private buyers, trade customers and dealerships. We manage the complete process from vehicle sourcing and documentation through to international shipping and delivery support.
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Brunei is a small, affluent sultanate on the island of Borneo with a high GDP per capita and strong demand for premium vehicles. Right-hand drive UK vehicles are ideal for Brunei's roads. Brunei does not levy VAT, making it an attractive destination for vehicle imports.
UK Car Source provides premium vehicle export services to Brunei including JPKB documentation support, sea freight to Muara Port and full logistics coordination.
Import Rules
| Drive Configuration | Right-hand drive required. |
| Vehicle Age Limit | Generally up to 3 years from manufacture. |
| Condition | Excellent condition required. JPKB inspection on arrival. |
| Customs Authority | Royal Customs and Excise Department of Brunei |
| Duty & VAT | Import duty rates vary by vehicle type. No GST/VAT in Brunei. |
| Standards | JPKB (Land Transport Department) approval required. UK-spec vehicles need compliance documentation. |
Import regulations are subject to change. We recommend confirming current requirements with the relevant customs authority prior to shipment.
Major Ports
Shipping Options
Required Documentation
Estimated Timelines
Vehicle Sourcing & Preparation
1–3 weeks depending on specification and availability
Documentation & Export Clearance
3–7 working days
Sea Freight Transit
24–32 days sea freight
Customs Clearance at Destination
3–10 working days depending on port and documentation
Total Estimated Process
6–12 weeks from order to delivery (subject to availability and customs)
Import Tax Breakdown
| Import Duty | 20% on CIF value — one of the lowest vehicle import duties in Southeast Asia |
| GST / VAT | None — Brunei is one of very few countries with no goods and services tax |
| Excise Duty | No excise duty on vehicles |
| Pre-Import Permit | Required from the Ministry of Finance before shipment |
| Roadworthiness Certificate | APJ (Perakuan Keselamatan) required post-import via JPD (Jabatan Pengangkutan Darat) |
| Total Cost Impact | A UK prestige vehicle in Brunei costs approximately 20% above UK price — excellent regional value |
Tax rates are indicative and subject to change. Verify with local customs authority before shipping.
Port Guide
Muara Port is Brunei's primary deep-water port. Small but efficient — clearance typically takes 5–10 working days. Sea transit from the UK is approximately 28–35 days, usually via Singapore or Port Klang (Malaysia) as transhipment hubs. Container shipping is standard.
BDITA (Brunei Darussalam International Trade Authority) handles permits. The APJ roadworthiness certificate is required after import via JPD. Pre-import permit from the Ministry of Finance must be secured before shipment.
Local Market Advice
Brunei has one of the highest per-capita incomes in the world, driven by oil and gas wealth. No VAT and only 20% import duty makes it one of the most accessible markets in Southeast Asia for UK prestige vehicles. The Sultan of Brunei is one of the world's largest private car collectors — ultra-luxury brands have an established cultural presence.
There is genuine demand for Rolls-Royce, Bentley, McLaren, Ferrari, and Lamborghini. Population is small (~450,000) but purchasing power is exceptional. RHD is perfectly compatible (Brunei drives on the left). Condition and provenance are paramount — UK main dealer history adds significant value.
Export a Vehicle to Brunei
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