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Cameroon

Cameroon sits within the Central African Economic and Monetary Community (CEMAC), and imported passenger cars are cleared mainly through the Port of Douala or Kribi. Under the Cameroon Customs Administration and the 2026 Finance Law, passenger vehicles (HS 8703) are charged a customs duty of about 30% (CEMAC Common External Tariff, category 4) plus a VAT of 19.25% that already includes the municipal surcharge. An excise duty applies by age and engine capacity: cars up to 2,500 cc and 0–12 years old are exempt, 12–20 years are charged 12.5%, and over 20 years 25%; above 2,500 cc the 0–15 year band is 12.5%. New pure-electric vehicles get a temporary incentive — a 50% reduction of dutiable value for 24 months plus excise exemption. Import formalities require a BESC (via CNCC), CIVIC vehicle identification and a CAMCIS declaration, handled by an authorised customs broker. Cameroon drives on the right, so left-hand-drive vehicles are required. Run an official SIMPA tax simulation before purchase and confirm the excise rate tied to the vehicle's age and capacity.

What are the rules for importing a car from China into Cameroon?
  • Age limit: An excise duty applies by age and engine capacity: cars up to 2,500 cc and 0–12 years old are exempt, 12–20 years are charged 12.5%, and over 20 years 25%; above 2,500 cc the 0–15 year band is 12.5%.
  • Import duty & taxes: Passenger vehicles (HS 8703) are charged a customs duty of about 30% (CEMAC Common External Tariff, category 4), plus 19.25% VAT that already includes the municipal surcharge. New pure-electric vehicles get a temporary incentive — a 50% reduction of dutiable value for 24 months plus excise exemption.
  • Authority & certification: The Cameroon Customs Administration and the 2026 Finance Law set the duty framework, and clearance must go through an authorised customs broker. Run an official SIMPA tax simulation before purchase.

Import facts at a glance

Import duty & taxesPassenger vehicles (HS 8703) are charged a customs duty of about 30% (CEMAC Common External Tariff, category 4), plus 19.25% VAT that already includes the municipal surcharge. New pure-electric vehicles get a temporary incentive — a 50% reduction of dutiable value for 24 months plus excise exemption.
Age limitAn excise duty applies by age and engine capacity: cars up to 2,500 cc and 0–12 years old are exempt, 12–20 years are charged 12.5%, and over 20 years 25%; above 2,500 cc the 0–15 year band is 12.5%.
SteeringCameroon drives on the right, so left-hand-drive vehicles are required.
Main ports / entryImported passenger cars are cleared mainly through the Port of Douala or Kribi.
Authority & certificationThe Cameroon Customs Administration and the 2026 Finance Law set the duty framework, and clearance must go through an authorised customs broker. Run an official SIMPA tax simulation before purchase.
Required documentsImport formalities require a BESC (via CNCC), CIVIC vehicle identification and a CAMCIS declaration.

Figures indicative. Cameroon sits in CEMAC and clears cars via Douala or Kribi; duty about 30%, VAT 19.25%, excise by age and capacity, and a 24-month incentive for new EVs, with BESC/CIVIC/CAMCIS formalities via an authorised broker. Confirm current rates and excise with Cameroon Customs. Sources: Direction Générale des Douanes (douanes.cm). Last reviewed 2026-10.

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Our experience in this region — Africa

EZ Auto is based in China (Zhengzhou, Henan) with 15–20 years in the country's car export trade. We export new and used Chinese vehicles across Africa, with sea freight from Shanghai, Tianjin and Guangzhou to Lagos, Tema, Mombasa, Dar es Salaam, Durban, Port Said, Alexandria, Casablanca and Tanger Med, handling China export clearance and full documentation. Landlocked Ethiopia is served via the Port of Djibouti. Local import clearance is arranged by the buyer or a licensed broker; we provide all paperwork and per-country guidance. We do not operate local offices in Africa — every car is sourced and inspected in China before shipment.

FAQ

Can EZ Auto ship cars to Africa?
Yes. We export new and used Chinese vehicles to all eight markets covered here — Nigeria, Ethiopia, Kenya, South Africa, Egypt, Morocco, Ghana and Tanzania — with full export documents and sea freight to the main regional ports. Import clearance is handled by you or a local broker; we supply all paperwork.
Which African market is easiest for importing used cars?
It depends on your situation. South Africa restricts used imports to returning residents, diplomats and a few narrow categories, and Ethiopia allows only electric vehicles. Among the open markets, Egypt caps used passenger cars at 3 years, Morocco at 5, Kenya at 8 (right-hand drive), Ghana and Nigeria at about 10–12 (left-hand drive), and Tanzania at 10 (right-hand drive). Because the limits are enforced at the port and change periodically, confirm the current rule for your target country before buying.
Left-hand drive or right-hand drive for Africa?
Africa is split by colonial history. West and North Africa — Nigeria, Ghana, Ethiopia, Egypt, Morocco — drive on the right and require left-hand-drive vehicles. East and Southern Africa — Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa — drive on the left and require right-hand-drive vehicles. Sending the wrong configuration means rejection at the port, so we confirm the steering side for your exact destination before you order.
How long does shipping from China to Africa take?
Sea transit varies by coast: about 35–45 days to West Africa (Lagos, Tema), 25–35 days to East and Southern Africa (Mombasa, Dar es Salaam, Durban) and North Africa (Port Said, Alexandria, Casablanca, Tanger Med), and slightly longer for landlocked Ethiopia via Djibouti. Transit times shift with route and season, so we confirm the current schedule for your lane before shipment.
Do you handle import clearance in my country?
Export clearance in China is on us. Import clearance is handled by you or your local broker; we supply all documents and advise on requirements per country.
How many cars fit in one container, and should I book FCL or LCL?
It depends on the model and the loading method. Compact SUVs and sedans are commonly loaded two to four units per 40ft container using racking or stacking, while larger SUVs and pickups may take fewer. Full container load (FCL) is the usual choice for a single order because the cargo stays sealed from door to door; less than container load (LCL) can be considered for a single unit alongside other cargo. Loading plans are confirmed per order — request one before you commit, because dimensions and weight limits decide the final count.
What are the payment terms?
Payment terms are agreed order by order and written into the contract — we do not quote standing terms here, because the structure depends on the model, the sourcing lead time and the shipping schedule. A contract typically sets out the deposit, the balance trigger and the documents released against each payment. Whatever the structure, you receive the full export document set against the agreed milestones. Please treat the signed contract as the only binding statement of terms.
How do we start?
Send us your target country, the models or body types you are considering, and the approximate volume. We reply with availability in China and a loading plan, and you can then confirm a unit for inspection. If it helps, tell us whether you are buying for retail, fleet or re-export — that changes which models and which condition (new or recent used) make sense in your market. There is no obligation until a contract is signed.
Should I start with new cars or used cars in Africa?
It depends on the market. Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania and Morocco admit used cars inside their age limits; Egypt caps used passenger cars at 3 years; Kenya requires right-hand drive; South Africa restricts used imports to returning residents; Ethiopia admits only electric vehicles. Many importers run two lines — new cars for the tighter markets and recent used cars where the age limit allows. Tell us your destination and we will point out which line fits your licence and working capital.

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