Can I ship a right-hand drive car to the Gambia?
The Gambia drives on the right but accepts right-hand drive imports. UK cars are imported regularly, particularly by the Gambian diaspora returning home.
Ship a Car from the UK to Gambia
Ship your car from the UK to Gambia via RORO or shared container. The Gambia's Port of Banjul is a small but steady West African entry point for UK vehicle imports, with strong demand from the Gambian diaspora in the UK for returning-resident shipments. The Ship Cars ships via shared container and selected RORO sailings from Tilbury into Banjul. Typical transit: 21–28 days from Tilbury to Banjul.. Main discharge port: Banjul.
- Transit time
- 21–28 days from Tilbury to Banjul.
- Main port
- Banjul
- Shipping methods
- Shared container shipping is the dominant method. RORO is available on selected Grimaldi sailings into Banjul. Dedicated container options suit high-value or paired vehicles.
- Import rules
- The Gambia applies ECOWAS Common External Tariff at 20% on passenger cars, plus 15% VAT and ECOWAS community levy. Used vehicles up to 8 years old are preferred; older vehicles attract surcharges. Returning Gambian residents may claim duty rebate under the personal-effects scheme.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to ship a car from the UK to the Gambia?
In 2026, shared container shipping from Tilbury to Banjul starts at around £1,750, with 21 to 28 days transit.
Does the returning-resident scheme apply in the Gambia?
Yes. Gambian citizens returning home after at least 12 months abroad may claim a personal-effects duty rebate on a vehicle owned for at least six months.
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