Proof is required that the vehicle was purchased 12 months prior to importation into SA and must clearly state the value of the vehicle.
** Immigrants are allowed duty and Vat free importation.
Returning residents who purchased a vehicle overseas will pay import duty and Vat. Returning residents who originally exported the vehicle from South Africa may import it duty and Vat free provided they have the original export documents.
If there is no proof of purchase, three (3) evaluations on the vehicle must be obtained from motor dealers.
Left hand vehicles are no longer allowed to be imported in South Africa.
IMPORTANT NEW REGULATION:
Motor vehicles MUST be cleared (by the client) with the SABS prior to shipment to South Africa and this also applies to vehicles that have been exported from South Africa. This also applies to Botswana and Swaziland. An LOA must be obtained from the SABS and an export permit must be obtained from the Department of Trade and Industry prior to the shipment of the vehicle.
For detailed information and for the necessary documentation contact the following person at the Bureau of Standards, Pretoria:
Mr Paul Snyman,
Senior Surveillance Auditor,
Letter of Authority, Automotive Department,
Regulatory Affairs and Consumer Protection.
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