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Export Cars
to Zambia

UK Car Export provides professional vehicle export services to Zambia 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 Zambia

Zambia is a landlocked country with a growing vehicle import market. Vehicle imports typically transit via Dar es Salaam in Tanzania or Durban in South Africa. Right-hand drive UK vehicles are the standard configuration.

UK Car Source handles the full export chain to Zambia including sea freight coordination to transit ports, road transport onward to Lusaka and comprehensive documentation support.

Import Rules

Drive ConfigurationRight-hand drive required.
Vehicle Age LimitMaximum 5 years from year of manufacture at time of import.
ConditionRoadworthy condition. Pre-shipment inspection recommended.
Customs AuthorityZambia Revenue Authority (ZRA)
Duty & VATImport duty (25%), excise duty and VAT (16%) applicable on CIF value.
StandardsUK-specification vehicles accepted.

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

Major Ports

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — Primary transit port for Zambia vehicle imports.
Durban, South Africa — Alternative routing via South Africa for vehicle imports.

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 high-value shipments.

Inland / Transit Routing

For landlocked destinations — coordinated road transport from transit ports.

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

20–28 days sea freight

4

Customs Clearance at Destination

3–10 working days depending on port and documentation

5

Total Estimated Process

6–12 weeks from order to delivery (subject to availability and customs)

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