Which port does a Japanese car enter Georgia through?

The main entry point for vehicle imports is Poti, Georgia's primary Black Sea port. Cars can also arrive at Batumi.

What taxes apply when importing a car from Japan to Georgia?

Georgia applies a relatively open import regime. The exact duty rates, any excise charges and the customs valuation method depend on your car's engine size, age and value.

Does Georgia have an age limit on imported cars?

Georgia has historically not imposed a restrictive age cap on used car imports, making it one of the more flexible markets in the region.

How do you import a car from Japan to Georgia, 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 Georgia.

Georgia has earned a reputation as one of the most open vehicle import markets in the wider Caucasus and Central Asian region. The country applies a relatively liberal trade regime with low or zero import duties on many used vehicles, and its Black Sea port at Poti is a key entry point for Japanese cars destined not just for Georgia itself but for neighbouring landlocked markets as well. Both left- and right-hand drive are accepted, and Georgia has historically had no restrictive age cap on used car imports, making it an accessible destination for a wide range of Japanese domestic-market vehicles.

Can you import a used car from Japan to Georgia?

Steering: Right- and left-hand drive

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

Check the import rules
Georgia accepts both left- and right-hand-drive vehicles, subject to its registration checks.
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 Georgia.
Ship the car
The car travels from Japan by sea. The shipping line issues the bill of lading, which customs needs for the entry.
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 Georgia's vehicle registration authority.

What import duties and taxes does Georgia charge?

Georgia is known for applying one of the more liberal import regimes in the region — historically low or zero duty on used vehicles in many categories — but exact rates, any applicable excise and the customs valuation methodology depend on your car's engine size, age and value.

Which Japanese cars are popular in Georgia?

Toyota Corolla Axio
A reliable, right-hand-drive compact sedan with a small engine and low running costs — one of the most straightforward Japanese imports for the Georgian market.
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Honda Fit
Compact, fuel-efficient and available in petrol and hybrid variants; the Fit's practical cabin and small engine make it well suited to Georgia's mix of city and mountain road driving.
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Mazda Demio
A well-designed hatchback with a refined cabin and good fuel economy — an attractive import for buyers in Tbilisi who want a quality Japanese car at a reasonable price.
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Suzuki Swift
Light, economical and low-maintenance; a practical city car that is easy to import and cheap to run in Georgia's urban centres.
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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.

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Frequently asked questions

Which port does a Japanese car enter Georgia through?: The main entry point for vehicle imports is Poti, Georgia's primary Black Sea port. Cars can also arrive at Batumi.
What taxes apply when importing a car from Japan to Georgia?: Georgia applies a relatively open import regime. The exact duty rates, any excise charges and the customs valuation method depend on your car's engine size, age and value.
Does Georgia have an age limit on imported cars?: Georgia has historically not imposed a restrictive age cap on used car imports, making it one of the more flexible markets in the region.

Car import duty calculator for Georgia

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