Malaysia tightly controls used-car imports through an Approved Permit (AP) issued by MITI before shipment. It drives on the left (right-hand drive), caps used imports at under 5 years, and applies very high cumulative taxes — import duty, excise of 60–105% by engine, and a 10% sales tax — so landed cost often reaches 2–3× CIF. ASEAN-origin new vehicles enter at 0% duty.
| Age limit | Used / reconditioned vehicles must be under 5 years old at import. Classic or vintage vehicles over 35 years old may be imported under a special 'Classic AP'. |
|---|---|
| Steering | Right-hand drive (Malaysia drives on the left). Left-hand-drive vehicles are not permitted except under special exemptions such as diplomatic use. |
| Import duty & taxes | Import duty about 30% for non-ASEAN passenger vehicles (ASEAN origin 0% under AFTA); excise duty 60–105% by engine capacity and vehicle type; Sales Tax (SST) 10% on (CIF + duty + excise). Total landed cost is often 2–3× CIF. Fully imported EVs enjoy import, excise and road-tax exemptions through end-2025. |
| Main ports / entry | Port Klang and Penang are the principal vehicle entry points; Tanjung Pelepas also handles containers. |
| Authority & certification | MITI issues the Approved Permit (AP); Royal Malaysian Customs (JKDM) collects duty; JPJ (Road Transport Department) registers; PUSPAKOM performs the post-arrival inspection. |
| Required documents | Approved Permit (JK69 form) from MITI, passport / work permit, vehicle registration certificate, purchase invoice, insurance certificate, bill of lading, PUSPAKOM inspection report, and customs Form K1. |
Figures indicative. Malaysia requires an Approved Permit (AP) before shipment, drives on the left (right-hand drive), caps used imports at under 5 years, and applies very high cumulative tax (duty + 60–105% excise + 10% SST). Confirm current rates with MITI and Royal Malaysian Customs. Sources: Royal Malaysian Customs Department (customs.gov.my); Inland Revenue Board (hasil.gov.my); Road Transport Department (jpj.gov.my). Last reviewed 2026-10.
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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 Southeast Asia, with sea freight from Chinese ports (Shenzhen, Shanghai, Guangzhou) to the region's main gateways — Singapore as a trans-shipment hub, Ho Chi Minh City / Cat Lai, Manila, Laem Chabang, Port Klang, Tanjung Priok and Yangon — handling China export clearance and full documentation. Where a market prohibits used imports (Thailand, Indonesia) we supply new Chinese vehicles, including EVs; where used imports are permitted we advise on each country's real framework. 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 Southeast Asia — every car is sourced and inspected in China before shipment.
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