Kuwait caps used vehicle imports at 5 years and applies a 5% duty, but the decisive rule is who may import: only Kuwaiti nationals and diplomats can import a vehicle in their own name, with non-nationals importing through an employer.
| Age limit | Vehicles must be no more than 5 years old from the year of first registration; the maximum for trucks is 10 years. Under Law No. 147 of 27 December 2000, automobiles and light trucks under five tonnes over five years old are prohibited. |
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| Steering | Left-hand drive only; right-hand drive and refurbished vehicles are prohibited, as are remanufactured or rebuilt used vehicle parts. |
| Import duty & taxes | 5% customs duty on CIF (vehicle value plus marine insurance plus freight), assessed on the value estimated by Kuwait Customs, plus bank charges. Additional duties may apply depending on the consignee's status. Kuwait's valuation of luxury cars and large SUVs can be strict. |
| Main ports / entry | Shuaiba is the main port for vehicle imports; Shuwaikh and Doha also handle shipments. |
| Authority & certification | Kuwait General Administration of Customs; Ministry of Commerce issues the temporary import permit (valid 30 days). An import licence is required to import new or used vehicles; GCC compliance and environmental and safety standards apply. |
| Required documents | Valid vehicle title, original bill of lading, proof of registration, purchase invoice, power of attorney, temporary import permit applied for in advance, GSO certificate from the manufacturer for new vehicles, mechanical certificate from origin stamped by the Kuwait Public Port Authority. |
Figures indicative. Kuwait caps used vehicles at 5 years, charges 5% duty on CIF, and restricts import to Kuwaiti nationals and diplomats (others import through an employer). Right-hand drive and refurbished vehicles are prohibited. Confirm current rules with Kuwait Customs. Sources: Ministry of Commerce and Industry (moci.gov.kw); Kuwait Tax Authority (kta.gov.kw). Last reviewed 2026-10.
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