Does Guyana allow right-hand-drive cars from Japan?

Yes. Guyana drives on the left so right-hand-drive vehicles are permitted, and Japan's RHD stock is a direct fit — no conversion required.

Is there a maximum age limit to import a car to Guyana?

No hard age ban applies. Vehicles four years old or more pay a flat USD excise by engine band; newer vehicles pay duty plus 14% VAT instead. Our team checks the current GRA rules for your specific car.

How much is the excise duty to import a car to Guyana?

For used cars four or more years old, GRA charges a flat amount in US dollars by engine displacement — roughly $6,000–$14,500 depending on the engine band, with no additional customs duty or VAT. Our team confirms the exact, current figure for your car.

Which inspection is needed before the car leaves Japan?

Guyana requires an ATJ pre-shipment inspection. We arrange it in Japan and provide the certificate with your documents — you do not need to organise it yourself.

How long does shipping from Japan to Georgetown take?

Ocean freight to the Port of Georgetown typically takes several weeks, then a few days for customs and excise clearance. We give you the sailing schedule and tracking once the car is booked.

Cost to import a car from Japan to Guyana

Rates & rules last reviewed 1 July 2026

Guyana is one of the few countries in South America that drives on the left, which means Japan's right-hand-drive stock is a natural and legal fit. There is no hard age ban on used vehicles, which broadens the range of Japanese cars you can source — a meaningful advantage over many neighbouring markets. The duty structure is unusual: used vehicles four years old or more pay a flat excise in US dollars determined by engine displacement band (roughly $6,000–$14,500), with no additional customs duty or VAT on top, while newer cars fall under a separate duty-plus-14%-VAT regime instead. When you import a car from Japan to Guyana, our licensed team at AskJapanCars handles everything from the USS auction bid to clearing at the Port of Georgetown and delivery to your address. We read the Japanese auction sheet and grade, explain every condition item in plain language, and confirm the exact current excise band for your chosen engine size before you commit — so there are no surprises when the car arrives on the Demerara wharf.

Main ports: Port of Georgetown
Import age rule: Guyana drives on the left, so RHD Japanese stock fits. No hard age ban, but the tax regime splits at 4 years: cars 4 years and older pay a GRA excise ONLY (0% customs duty and 0% VAT), while cars under 4 years pay customs duty + excise + 14% VAT. The model below is for the 4-years-and-older regime that covers most auction stock.
Steering: RHD
Duties & taxes: Guyana is a genuine right-hand-drive market for Japanese cars. For a used car 4 years or older (most auction stock), the Guyana Revenue Authority charges no customs duty and no VAT — only an excise set by a compound formula on engine size: a fixed base amount plus a percentage for engines over 1500cc (small cars pay a flat sum). Landed tax typically runs ~40-85% of CIF depending on engine. Our team confirms the exact GRA figure from the car's engine, age and fuel.

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Estimate only — duties, freight and last-mile delivery vary and policies change. Our team confirms exact, current figures on WhatsApp before any bid.

How to import a car from Japan to Guyana

Tell us your budget and use case
We shortlist right-hand-drive cars that fit the Guyanese market — practical sedans, hatchbacks, wagons and kei cars — and filter by condition grade so you get honest value at your budget.
We source from Japan's licensed auctions
Using our USS Members Card (L-1525) our team bids on the exact car, reads the full auction sheet and independently verifies condition before any money moves.
Pre-shipment inspection (ATJ)
Guyana requires an ATJ pre-shipment inspection before the vehicle leaves Japan. We arrange it, obtain the certificate and include it with your shipping documents.
Ocean shipping to Port of Georgetown
The car is booked onto a vessel bound for Georgetown. We send you the sailing schedule and tracking so you know exactly when to expect it.
Excise and customs clearance
On arrival we handle GRA clearance, pay the flat USD excise for the engine band (or duty plus VAT for newer vehicles), and release the car through the port for you.
Delivery to your city
We arrange final delivery from Georgetown to New Amsterdam, Linden, Lethem or anywhere else you need — with the exact cost quoted before you pay.

Import duties & taxes in Guyana explained

Guyana's excise structure for used vehicles is engine-size-led rather than value-led. For cars four years old or more, GRA levies a flat excise in US dollars by engine displacement band — the packet figure is approximately $6,000–$14,500 depending on cubic capacity — and no separate customs duty or VAT applies on top of that flat amount. Newer (under four years) used vehicles switch to a percentage-based duty plus 14% VAT regime instead. Because the exact band thresholds and amounts are reviewed by GRA and can shift, our team confirms the exact, current figure for your car.

Popular Japanese cars for Guyana

Daihatsu Mira
A kei car with very low running cost — small engine size lands it in the lowest excise band, keeping the total import bill lean for budget buyers.
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Honda Fit
Practical cabin with hybrid and petrol options, a well-established Guyana favourite for everyday driving and fuel economy in city traffic.
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Mazda Demio
A compact hatchback that punches above its price in interior quality and design — good interior-to-cost ratio for buyers who want more than a bare-bones runabout.
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Toyota Corolla Axio
The conservative family choice — reliable, right-hand drive, cheap to service, and holds resale value well across Guyana's second-hand market.
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Toyota Probox
A durable wagon-commercial that doubles as a fleet workhorse, popular with traders and small businesses that need load space and long-term reliability.
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Shipping cost to major cities in Guyana

Georgetown — You are at the port — inland delivery for a sedan runs about $100.
Linden — Delivery from Georgetown to Linden adds roughly $60 for a sedan.
New Amsterdam — Delivery from Georgetown to New Amsterdam adds roughly $80 for a sedan.
Lethem — Delivery from Georgetown to Lethem adds roughly $420 for a sedan — interior road distance.

Frequently asked questions

Does Guyana allow right-hand-drive cars from Japan?: Yes. Guyana drives on the left so right-hand-drive vehicles are permitted, and Japan's RHD stock is a direct fit — no conversion required.
Is there a maximum age limit to import a car to Guyana?: No hard age ban applies. Vehicles four years old or more pay a flat USD excise by engine band; newer vehicles pay duty plus 14% VAT instead. Our team checks the current GRA rules for your specific car.
How much is the excise duty to import a car to Guyana?: For used cars four or more years old, GRA charges a flat amount in US dollars by engine displacement — roughly $6,000–$14,500 depending on the engine band, with no additional customs duty or VAT. Our team confirms the exact, current figure for your car.
Which inspection is needed before the car leaves Japan?: Guyana requires an ATJ pre-shipment inspection. We arrange it in Japan and provide the certificate with your documents — you do not need to organise it yourself.
How long does shipping from Japan to Georgetown take?: Ocean freight to the Port of Georgetown typically takes several weeks, then a few days for customs and excise clearance. We give you the sailing schedule and tracking once the car is booked.