Does Cameroon accept right-hand-drive Japanese cars?

Cameroon drives on the right and generally requires LHD vehicles for registration.

Which port handles Japanese car imports to Cameroon?

The Port of Douala is the main vehicle import gateway for Cameroon and the broader Central African region.

How much is import duty on a car in Cameroon?

Exact duty depends on the vehicle's HS classification, engine size and category under the CEMAC tariff framework.

How do you import a car from Japan to Cameroon, and what does it cost? (2026)

Last reviewed 1 July 2026 by AVON INTERNATIONAL CO., LTD., licensed USS member dealer (card L-1525)

This page explains the rules, documents, import taxes, shipping and typical landed cost for a used car imported from Japan to Cameroon.

Japan's auction stock is right-hand drive. We do not convert steering. For Cameroon we can only source the limited left-hand-drive cars that come up at Japanese auctions, mostly European and American imports, so choice is narrow and prices are higher than for ordinary Japanese stock.

Cameroon sits at the centre of Central African trade logistics, with the Port of Douala serving not only the domestic market but also landlocked neighbours including Chad and the Central African Republic. Japanese used cars are widely popular here for their reliability, fuel efficiency and resale value. Import regulations and duty figures should be verified with a licensed customs agent at Douala before shipment.

Can you import a used car from Japan to Cameroon?

Steering: Left-hand drive only

How do you import a car from Japan to Cameroon, step by step?

Check the import rules
Cameroon requires left-hand-drive vehicles, so ordinary right-hand-drive Japanese stock cannot be registered there.
Buy the car and obtain the export certificate
After purchase in Japan the car's registration is cancelled and an export certificate is issued. An English translation of it is needed for customs and registration in Cameroon.
Ship the car
The car sails to the Port of Douala, the main vehicle gateway for Central Africa.
Lodge the customs entry and pay the taxes
A licensed clearing agent lodges the import declaration with the invoice, bill of lading and export certificate. Customs assesses duty and taxes on the declared value.
Register the car
After customs release and payment of port charges, the car is registered and plated by Cameroon's vehicle registration authority.

What import duties and taxes does Cameroon charge?

Cameroon follows CEMAC customs tariff principles; the exact duty rate depends on vehicle HS classification, engine size and category. Current import duty rates, VAT, and any applicable excise or registration levies must be verified with a licensed broker at Douala before shipment, as they are subject to regulatory change.

Which cars from Japanese auctions can be registered in Cameroon?

Ford Explorer
Sold new in Japan with left-hand drive, so used Explorers turn up in Japanese stock from time to time.
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Porsche Cayenne
Some Cayennes were sold new in Japan with left-hand drive and resurface in Japanese used stock in small numbers.
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Cadillac SRX
An American SUV sold new in Japan with left-hand drive; examples appear in Japanese used stock occasionally.
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Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Left-hand-drive S-Class cars sold new in Japan appear in Japanese used stock, mostly older examples.
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How do you avoid scams when buying a car from Japan?

Check that the exporter is a registered Japanese company: look up its corporate number and address, and prefer members of the Japan Used Motor Vehicle Exporters Association.
Ask for the original auction sheet and, after purchase, the export certificate. Both name the chassis number, which should match the invoice.
Pay only to a company bank account in the exporter's name, never to a personal account or a money-transfer agent.

AVON INTERNATIONAL company and licence details are on the About page, and the JUMVEA member list is public. JUMVEA (exporters association) · About AVON INTERNATIONAL · Is buying a car from Japan safe?

Frequently asked questions

Does Cameroon accept right-hand-drive Japanese cars?: Cameroon drives on the right and generally requires LHD vehicles for registration.
Which port handles Japanese car imports to Cameroon?: The Port of Douala is the main vehicle import gateway for Cameroon and the broader Central African region.
How much is import duty on a car in Cameroon?: Exact duty depends on the vehicle's HS classification, engine size and category under the CEMAC tariff framework.

Car import duty calculator for Cameroon

There is no instant calculator for Cameroon yet, because its tax model or freight route is not in the dataset. The rules and steps above still apply. Contact