Import Your Dream Car to Jamaica — Stress Free
We handle everything from sourcing, shipping, customs clearance, and delivery.
About the Service
We help customers import vehicles directly from Japan, USA, and UK to Jamaica. Whether you want a personal car, commercial vehicle, or luxury vehicle, we handle the entire process from purchase to delivery.
We Ensure:
- Reliable sourcing
- Secure shipping
- Proper customs clearance
- Fast and professional service
What We Import:
- Sedans (Toyota Axio, Honda Fit, Nissan Sylphy)
- SUVs (Toyota Harrier, Nissan X-Trail, CR-V)
- Pickup Trucks (Hilux, Ranger, BT-50)
- Commercial Vehicles
- Luxury Vehicles
- Hybrid Vehicles
Countries We Import From
- Japan 🇯🇵
- USA 🇺🇸
- UK 🇬🇧
- Singapore 🇸🇬
Our Import Process (Step-by-Step)
- Step: Customer tells us their budget and vehicle preference
- Step: We find the best vehicle options
- Step: Customer approves and pays deposit
- Step: Vehicle is purchased and shipped
- Step: Vehicle arrives in Jamaica
- Step: We handle customs clearance
- Step: Customer receives vehicle
Why Choose Us
- Trusted and reliable service
- Competitive prices
- No hidden fees
- Fast shipping
- Full transparency
- Assistance with customs clearance
- Professional support
Pricing / Fees Section: (Service includes)
- Vehicle sourcing
- Shipping arrangement
- Customs clearance assistance
- Delivery coordination
- Service fee starts from: $774 USD or $120,000 JMD Or Get a free quote based on your vehicle and budget
Import Cost Breakdown (Import costs include:)
- Vehicle cost
- Shipping fee
- Import duty
- GCT
- Customs fees
- Broker fee
- Our service fee
Estimated Import Time
- Japan: 6–10 weeks
- USA: 4–8 weeks
- UK: 6–10 weeks
Contact information
Phone : +1-876-218-8513
Email Address : inquiries@lavishjacarrentals.com
Office Location: Carey Park, Duncans, Jamaica
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frequently asked questions
You need to know about service
Most vehicles must be no older than 5 years from the year of manufacture.
Example: In 2026, the oldest allowed vehicle is typically a 2021 model.
Exceptions include:
- Classic vehicles (30+ years old)
- Special permits
- Returning residents
Import costs usually include:
- Vehicle purchase price
- Shipping cost
- Import duty
- GCT (General Consumption Tax)
- Environmental levy
- Customs & processing fees
Estimated total:
Import fees are usually 70%–110% of the vehicle’s value.
Example:
- Car price: $5,000 USD
- Import fees: $3,500–$5,500 USD
- ​​​​​​​Total landed cost: $8,500–$10,500 USD
- Shipping time: 6–10 weeks
- Customs clearance: 3–10 days
Total timeline: Approximately 3–8 weeks
You will need:
- TRN (Tax Registration Number)
- Valid ID
- Bill of Lading
- Vehicle purchase invoice
- Import permit (Trade Board Limited)
- Vehicle registration documents
- Vehicle title (for USA imports)
Yes.
An import permit from Trade Board Limited is required before shipping.
Without it, the vehicle cannot be cleared.
Yes, but restrictions apply:
- Minor damage is usually allowed
- Salvage-title vehicles may face limits
- Severe structural damage may be rejected
- Many dealers import repairable vehicles.
Most popular sources:
- Japan (cheapest & best condition)
- UK
- USA
- Singapore
👉 Japan is the most common and cost-effective option.
CIF means Cost + Insurance + Freight.
Customs uses this value to calculate duties.
Example:
- Vehicle cost: $4,000
- Shipping: $1,000
- CIF value: $5,000
Yes, but it’s not recommended.
Brokers assist with:
- Customs clearance
- Documentation
- Faster processing
Typical shipping estimates:
- Japan → Jamaica: $1,200–$2,500 USD
- UK → Jamaica: $1,500–$3,000 USD
- USA → Jamaica: $900–$2,000 USD
Costs vary by vehicle size and port.
Popular affordable options include:
- Toyota Axio
- Toyota Fielder
- Nissan Note
- Honda Fit
- Nissan AD Wagon
- Toyota Vitz
Yes. Hybrids are very popular due to lower fuel costs.
Popular models:
- Toyota Aqua
- Toyota Prius
- Honda Fit Hybrid
Hybrid vehicles typically attract lower duties than gasoline vehicles, making them more affordable overall.
Yes. Vehicles can be imported for:
- Car rental businesses
- Taxi services
- Vehicle resale
Safe estimate:
- Vehicle cost: $4,000 USD
- Import fees:
$4,000 USD - Total landed cost: ~$8,000 USD
That’s approximately $1.2M–$1.4M JMD depending on exchange rates.
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