A complete UK exporter guide to the African vehicle market — top destinations, port routes, duties and registration in 8 key countries.
Why Africa is the UK exporter's biggest growth market
African demand for UK used vehicles continues to grow, driven by the right-hand-drive market in East and Southern Africa, plus West African re-export hubs. Toyota, Range Rover, Nissan, Mercedes and Honda are the leading brands.
Top destinations
East Africa: Kenya (Mombasa), Tanzania, Uganda. West Africa: Nigeria (Lagos / Tin Can), Ghana (Tema). Southern: South Africa (Durban). North: Egypt (Alexandria), Morocco.
Routes from the UK
RORO from Southampton or Tilbury to Mombasa, Dar es Salaam, Lagos, Tema and Durban. Shared container from Felixstowe to Mombasa, Lagos and Durban. See shared container service.
Duties and age limits
Kenya 8-year age limit; Uganda 8-year; Tanzania up to 10-year on private; Nigeria 15-year; South Africa restrictive (returning resident permits); Egypt 1-year (very tight); Morocco 5-year. Always verify current rules.
Documents and process
V5C, invoice, B/L, EORI and pre-shipment inspection (PSI/Cotecna/Intertek) for several destinations. Read the Africa shared container guide. Get a free WhatsApp quote on +44 7376 584421 or use our instant cost calculator. The Ship Cars has shipped vehicles to 50+ countries with full marine insurance and door-to-port handling.
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