Angola
Shipping Ports
The most recommended shipping port in the country is Durban port.
Age Restriction
Light motor vehicles imported in the country should not be more than 3 years, while Heavy vehicles should not be more than 5 years from the date of production.
Left-Hand Drive Vehicles
Importation of left-hand drive vehicles are allowed in the country.
Inspection
A Pre Shipment Inspection (PSI) in the country of origin is required. Vehicles imported by Diplomats are not subjected to PSI as they have cleared the vehicle with a Diplomatic Franchise at destination.
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Documents Required for vehicle clearance
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Original Purchase Invoice
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Copy of Entry Visa
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Letter of Employment (must identify the name, job title, and company of person who will receive the vehicle as employed by the company)
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Passport - copy, with Angolan entry visa stamps
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Contributor Card "Cartao de Contribuinte" and "Resident Card" - copies
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Declaration of Value letter signed by the shipper
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Pack List - in English or Portuguese
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Taxation Number (importation license)
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Copy of airline ticket showing a valid coupon for a return fligh.
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If the vehicle is imported for companies, an import license is needed.
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Duties and Taxes
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Bill of Lading
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Export Certificate
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Proforma Invoice
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JEVIC, QISJ
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Agent’s Authorization Letter from the importer
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Import permits from TFDA, TBS etc
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Import Taxation in Tanzania
Temporary Import:
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The vehicle is allowed to stay in Angola for 2 years with a possible one-year extension.
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A bond deposit of 40-45per. of CIF value is required. When the vehicle is re-exported, the deposit is paid back.
Definitive Import:
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Requires 40-45 per. tax based on CIF value.
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Import taxes on all vehicles (except pick up with 5 percent tax) are 10 per. plus VAT.
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VAT on vehicles depends upon the following
Gasoline Engine
Engines CC Taxes
Up to 1500 CC: 10%
1500 to 3000 CC: 20%
Over 2500 CC: 30%
Diesel Engine
Engines CC Taxes
1500 to 2500 CC: 20%
Over 25600 CC: 30%
Over 2500 CC: 30%
