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Export Cars
to Jamaica

UK Car Export provides professional vehicle export services to Jamaica 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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Exporting to Jamaica

Jamaica accepts right-hand drive vehicles and has an established vehicle import process managed by the Jamaica Customs Agency. Import duty, Special Consumption Tax (SCT) and General Consumption Tax (GCT) are levied on the CIF value of the vehicle.

UK Car Source manages the complete export process including vehicle sourcing, documentation, sea freight booking to Kingston and ongoing logistics support.

Import Rules

Drive ConfigurationRight-hand drive required for registration.
Vehicle Age LimitMaximum 5 years from manufacture date at time of import.
ConditionClean, roadworthy condition. Pre-export inspection recommended.
Customs AuthorityJamaica Customs Agency (JCA)
Duty & VATImport duty, SCT and GCT applicable. Calculated on CIF value. Rates vary by engine size.
StandardsUK-compliant vehicles generally accepted. Emissions checks may apply.

Import regulations are subject to change. We recommend confirming current requirements with the relevant customs authority prior to shipment.

Major Ports

Kingston — Primary deep-water port. Main vehicle import entry point.
Montego Bay — Secondary port for vehicle imports on the north coast.

Shipping Options

RoRo Shipping

Roll-on Roll-off service. Cost-effective for most passenger vehicles and SUVs.

Container Shipping

Dedicated or shared container. Recommended for prestige and high-value vehicles.

Air Freight

Available on special request for time-critical or ultra-high-value shipments.

Caribbean / Regional Hub

Many island shipments route via regional transshipment hubs for cost efficiency.

Required Documentation

UK V5C Registration Certificate (original)
Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
Commercial Invoice
Packing List
Certificate of Origin (where required)
Insurance Certificate
Import Permit / Customs Entry Form (at destination)
Copy of buyer's passport / identification

Estimated Timelines

1

Vehicle Sourcing & Preparation

1–3 weeks depending on specification and availability

2

Documentation & Export Clearance

3–7 working days

3

Sea Freight Transit

14–21 days sea freight

4

Customs Clearance at Destination

3–10 working days depending on port and documentation

5

Total Estimated Process

6–10 weeks from order to delivery (subject to availability and customs)

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