Are car import taxes high in Ethiopia?
Yes, extremely. Combined duties and taxes can total 200–300% of the vehicle's value, making Ethiopia one of the most expensive import markets globally.
Ship a Car from the UK to Ethiopia
Ship your car from the UK to Ethiopia via RORO or shared container. Ethiopia, Africa's second most populous country, accepts vehicle imports through Djibouti port. The Ship Cars arranges shipping and inland transport. Typical transit: 28–35 days via Djibouti with onward inland transit to Addis Ababa.. Main discharge port: Via Djibouti.
- Transit time
- 28–35 days via Djibouti with onward inland transit to Addis Ababa.
- Main port
- Via Djibouti
- Shipping methods
- Container to Djibouti with inland transport to Addis Ababa.
- Import rules
- Very high taxes. Customs duty 35%. Excise tax 30–100% based on engine size. Surtax 10%. VAT 15%. Right-hand drive accepted.
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