🇰🇮 Kiribati Import Regulation for Japan Used Cars (2026 Updated Guide)
Kiribati is a growing destination for Japanese used vehicles due to their reliability, affordability, and compatibility with local driving conditions. If you are planning to import vehicles from Japan to Kiribati, it is essential to understand the latest rules, taxes, and procedures.
This guide provides a complete overview of Kiribati import regulations for used cars (2026).
✔ Core Rules (Confirmed)
- 10 years age restriction
- Right-hand drive only (RHD)
- No inspection required
- Port: Tarawa
- Shipping time: 14–26 days (RoRo & Container)
✔ Duties (VERY IMPORTANT – same as blog)
- Up to 1500cc → 60% OR minimum $500
- Above 1500cc → 80% OR minimum $500
✔ Market Insight from the blog
They highlight popular cars like:
- Toyota Vitz
- Honda Fit
- Mazda Demio
- Toyota Dyna
- Isuzu Elf
- Nissan Note
- Mazda Titan
- Mazda Cx5
- X-Trail
✔ Vehicle Type
- Only Right-Hand Drive (RHD) vehicles are allowed
👉 Japanese cars are ideal as they are naturally RHD.
✔ Inspection Requirement
- No pre-shipment inspection required
👉 Faster process and lower cost compared to many countries.
✔ Destination Port
- Main entry port: Tarawa Island
✔ Shipping Time
- Estimated delivery: 14–26 days (RoRo shipment)
📄 Required Documents
To import a vehicle successfully, the following documents are required:
- Commercial Invoice
- Bill of Lading (B/L)
- Export Certificate
- Additional documents (if required by customs)
🚢 Shipping Overview
- Shipping method: RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) & Container
- Vessel schedule: Monthly shipments available
👉 Container is the most common and cost-effective method.
👉 Kiribati is considered one of the easiest countries to export used cars from Japan.
🔥 Popular Used Cars in Kiribati
These vehicles are preferred due to:
- Durability
- Fuel efficiency
- Easy maintenance
🌍 Why Japanese Cars Are Popular in Kiribati
Japanese used vehicles dominate the market because:
- High reliability and quality
- Affordable compared to new cars
- Wide variety of models available
- Already suited for right-hand driving countries
⚠️ Important Tips Before Importing
- Always check engine size (affects duty)
- Confirm total landed cost (CNF + duty)
- Choose a reliable exporter
- Ensure correct documentation
📞 Contact iCar Japan
- 🌐 Website: www.icarjapan.com
- 📧 Email: info@icarjapan.com
- 📞 WhatsApp: +81 70 4711 1615
