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.
Request Export QuoteExporting 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 Configuration | Right-hand drive required for registration. |
| Vehicle Age Limit | Maximum 5 years from manufacture date at time of import. |
| Condition | Clean, roadworthy condition. Pre-export inspection recommended. |
| Customs Authority | Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) |
| Duty & VAT | Import duty, SCT and GCT applicable. Calculated on CIF value. Rates vary by engine size. |
| Standards | UK-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
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
14–21 days sea freight
Customs Clearance at Destination
3–10 working days depending on port and documentation
Total Estimated Process
6–10 weeks from order to delivery (subject to availability and customs)
Import Tax Breakdown
| Common External Tariff (CET) | 45% on CIF value for passenger vehicles |
| Stamp Duty / SCT | Special Consumption Tax — varies by engine size and value |
| GCT (General Consumption Tax) | 16.5% applied on CIF + duty total |
| Environmental Levy | JMD 3,000–6,000 flat fee per vehicle |
| Age Restriction | Maximum 6 years from manufacture date for motor cars — strictly enforced by Jamaica Customs Agency. |
| Customs Authority | TAJ (Tax Administration Jamaica) via ASYCUDA electronic system |
| Registration | Motor vehicles must pass TRN (Taxpayer Registration Number) process |
Tax rates are indicative and subject to change. Verify with local customs authority before shipping.
Port Guide
Kingston Wharves (Port of Kingston) is the main vehicle import terminal. Newport West is the primary container terminal. Montego Bay has a secondary facility. Kingston Wharves operates a dedicated vehicle processing area — handling is efficient relative to regional peers.
Typical clearance time is 5–10 working days once documents are lodged with customs. A licensed Jamaican customs broker is required by law. Port charges include THC, storage and customs agent fees. Documents must be lodged electronically via the ASYCUDA system before vessel arrival.
Local Market Advice
Jamaica is one of the UK's most active Caribbean export markets. The 6-year age limit for motor cars means vehicles manufactured from 2020 onwards are eligible in 2026. Toyota dominates at the affordable end. At the prestige end, Range Rover, BMW and Mercedes are the aspirational choices. Returning residents may import vehicles up to 10 years old if owned for at least 6 months.
Automatic transmission is strongly preferred. White, silver and black are the most marketable colours. Condition is critical — Kingston buyers inspect carefully. Right-hand drive is preferred as Jamaica drives on the left. The remittance community in the UK and US actively sources vehicles for family in Jamaica. Japanese-import spec cars are common competition — UK cars must compete on condition and specification.
Export a Vehicle to Jamaica
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