Japanese Used Cars for Sale in Trinidad and Tobago
Importing a car from Japan to Trinidad and Tobago costs the vehicle's FOB price plus sea freight to Port of Spain or Point Lisas and Trinidad-side duties, Motor Vehicle Tax and VAT, and it requires an Import Licence before the car lands.
Buyers in Trinidad and Tobago can purchase quality Japanese used cars directly from Japan through The Japanese Car and have them shipped to Port of Spain or Point Lisas. Every vehicle is listed with a clear FOB price (vehicle cost loaded on the ship in Japan), and you can request a CNF quote that adds ocean freight to Trinidad. Browse Toyota, Nissan, Honda, Mazda, Suzuki and more, request a Trinidad price quote on WhatsApp, and we handle the export documentation from our office in Yokohama, Japan.
Serving buyers across Port of Spain, San Fernando, Chaguanas, Arima, Couva, Point Fortin, Scarborough and all of Trinidad and Tobago.
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Import Cars from Japan to Trinidad and Tobago — How Pricing Works
When you import a car from Japan to Trinidad and Tobago, the total cost is made up of several parts. Understanding each one helps you budget accurately and compare quotes properly.
What our listed prices mean:
- FOB (Free On Board): The price of the vehicle including delivery to the Japanese port and loading onto the ship. This is the price displayed on our vehicle listings.
- CNF / CFR (Cost & Freight): FOB plus ocean freight from Japan to Port of Spain or Point Lisas. Request a CNF quote on any vehicle and we will confirm the current freight rate for Trinidad and Tobago.
Costs paid in Trinidad and Tobago (not included in FOB or CNF):
- Import Duty, Motor Vehicle Tax (MVT) and VAT — assessed by the Customs and Excise Division on the vehicle's CIF value (cost + insurance + freight), engine capacity and age. Rates step up with engine size; confirm current rates with Customs or a licensed customs broker before you buy.
- Import Licence application via TTBizLink (Ministry of Trade, Industry, Investment and Communications)
- Port handling and customs brokerage at Port of Spain or Point Lisas
- Licensing Division registration, inspection and number plates
- Local transport from the port to your home or dealership
We do not quote fixed "landed" prices, because Trinidad and Tobago duties depend on the specific vehicle's engine size and CIF value and can change with each budget. What we guarantee is a transparent FOB price and a confirmed CNF quote before you pay — so you know exactly what you are paying us for, and your customs broker can calculate the local duties accurately.
Trinidad & Tobago Import Rules for 2026 — What You Can Import
Trinidad and Tobago regulates foreign-used vehicle imports through the Ministry of Trade (Trade Licence Unit), the Customs and Excise Division and the Licensing Division. The rules changed significantly on 1 January 2026:
- 8-year age limit (new for 2026): Foreign-used right-hand drive private cars, SUVs, sedans and station wagons — petrol, diesel or CNG — may now be up to 8 years old from the year of manufacture (previously 3 years). For 2026 imports, 2018 and newer vehicles qualify.
- 10-year limit for light commercials: Diesel light commercial vehicles, pickups and panel vans may be up to 10 years old from the year of manufacture.
- Import Licence required: Used right-hand drive vehicles are on the Import Negative List. Individuals must register on TTBizLink and submit the Import Licence application personally — the Ministry advises against using third parties to apply on your behalf. Registered foreign-used car dealers import under an annual quota (increased by 30% for active dealers in the 2026 budget).
- Right-hand drive only: Left-hand drive used vehicles are not permitted for normal private importation.
- Documentation on arrival: Customs requires the Japanese Export Certificate (deregistration certificate) with English translation, Commercial Invoice and Bill of Lading, plus your approved Import Licence.
Import regulations can change with each national budget. Always confirm the current requirements with the Trade Licence Unit and Customs and Excise Division, or ask our team before ordering — we will tell you honestly whether a specific vehicle is eligible for Trinidad and Tobago.
How to Buy a Japanese Used Car from Japan to Trinidad and Tobago
- Search and select your vehicle from our stock, or tell us the make, model, year and budget you want and we will source a 2018+ unit.
- Request a Trinidad quote — we confirm the FOB price and the CNF cost to Port of Spain or Point Lisas in writing.
- Apply for your Import Licence on TTBizLink using our proforma invoice and vehicle details (chassis number, year, engine size, fuel type). Do this before the vehicle ships.
- Confirm your order and receive the invoice. Only pay to accounts published on thejapanesecar.com — never to payment details sent from unofficial channels.
- Make payment by bank wire transfer, or by credit/debit card via Stripe.
- Your vehicle is shipped from Japan to Port of Spain or Point Lisas by sea freight — typically 6–10 weeks, subject to sailing schedules and routing via the Panama Canal.
- You receive the documents: Export Certificate (with English translation), Invoice, Bill of Lading, and any inspection certificate — everything needed for Trinidad and Tobago Customs.
- Clear and register in Trinidad and Tobago: You (or your customs broker) pay Import Duty, MVT and VAT, clear the port, and register with the Licensing Division. We remain available to assist with any document questions.
Shipping from Japan to Trinidad and Tobago
All Trinidad-bound vehicles are shipped by sea from Japan to the Port of Spain or Point Lisas — the country's two vehicle entry ports. Average transit time is 6–10 weeks depending on the sailing schedule and routing (via the Panama Canal or transshipment); customs clearance can add time on arrival. Once your vehicle ships, we provide the Bill of Lading so you can track the shipment and prepare clearance with your customs broker in advance. Buyers in San Fernando, Chaguanas, Arima and south Trinidad typically clear at Point Lisas; buyers in the north and in Tobago usually use Port of Spain and arrange onward transport or the inter-island ferry.
Popular Japanese Cars for Trinidad and Tobago
These makes are consistently in demand with Trinidadian buyers for fuel economy, parts availability and resale value:
- Toyota — Corolla Axio, Fielder, Aqua, Vitz/Yaris, Raize, RAV4, Hilux, Hiace, Rush
- Nissan — Note, Tiida/Latio, X-Trail, Kicks, Navara (NP300)
- Honda — Fit, Vezel/HR-V, Civic, CR-V, City
- Mazda — Demio/Mazda2, Axela/Mazda3, CX-3, CX-5
- Suzuki — Swift, Vitara, Jimny, Baleno
- Mitsubishi & Subaru — Outlander, L200/Triton, Forester, Impreza
Remember: for 2026 imports, choose passenger vehicles manufactured in 2018 or later (2016 or later for diesel pickups and panel vans). Our team can confirm eligibility for any specific unit before you commit.
Why Buy Through The Japanese Car
- Based in Japan: We operate from Yokohama, Japan (Yokohama Park Town C101, 2-11-3 Hayabuchi, Tsuzuki-ku, Yokohama 224-0025), sourcing vehicles directly from the Japanese market.
- Transparent pricing: Every listing shows the FOB price and its basis. CNF Port of Spain / Point Lisas quotes are confirmed in writing before payment.
- Import Licence support: We supply the proforma invoice and vehicle details you need for your TTBizLink application, in the format Customs expects.
- Full export support: Export Certificate, Bill of Lading, invoice and inspection paperwork are handled for you.
- Inspection on request: Ask for additional photos, inspection reports or third-party verification on any vehicle before you pay.
- Direct contact: Reach our team on WhatsApp (+81 80-4666-7860), phone, or email (info@thejapanesecar.com), Mon–Sat 8:00–18:00 (JST — 13 hours ahead of Trinidad).
- Dealer & fleet orders: Bulk and container orders are available for registered foreign-used car dealers in Trinidad and Tobago, with special pricing on quota-sized purchases.
- Payment safety: We accept bank wire transfer and Stripe card payments. Only trust payment instructions published on thejapanesecar.com.
Frequently Asked Questions — Buying Japanese Used Cars in Trinidad and Tobago
Browse our Trinidad-eligible stock online, request a quote for your chosen vehicle, apply for your Import Licence on TTBizLink, confirm the order, and pay by bank transfer or card. We ship the car from Japan to Port of Spain or Point Lisas and provide all export documents. You or your customs broker complete clearance and Licensing Division registration.
Your total cost = the vehicle's FOB price + sea freight to Trinidad (together, the CNF price we quote) + local taxes and fees (Import Duty, Motor Vehicle Tax, VAT, port charges, brokerage, registration). We confirm the FOB and CNF amounts in writing; local duties depend on the vehicle's CIF value, engine size and age, so confirm them with Customs and Excise or your broker.
No. Listed prices are FOB (vehicle cost in Japan). Request a CNF quote and we add the current ocean freight to Port of Spain or Point Lisas. Trinidad duties, MVT, VAT and port charges are always paid separately on arrival.
Right-hand drive private cars, SUVs, sedans and station wagons up to 8 years old from the year of manufacture — so 2018 and newer for 2026 — under Legal Notice No. 477 effective 1 January 2026. Diesel light commercials, pickups and panel vans may be up to 10 years old. Every used import also needs an approved Import Licence.
Yes. Used right-hand drive vehicles are on the Import Negative List, so an Import Licence from the Trade Licence Unit (Ministry of Trade) is required. Individuals register on TTBizLink and apply personally; the Ministry warns against letting unauthorised third parties apply for you. We provide the invoice and vehicle details for your application.
Sea freight to Port of Spain or Point Lisas typically takes 6–10 weeks depending on the sailing schedule and routing, plus customs clearance time on arrival.
Port of Spain or Point Lisas, depending on the shipping line. We confirm the destination port on your CNF quote so you can arrange your broker in advance. Tobago buyers clear Trinidad and use the inter-island ferry.
Export Certificate (with English translation), Commercial Invoice, Bill of Lading, and any inspection certificate — the documents Trinidad and Tobago Customs requires alongside your Import Licence.
By international bank wire transfer or by credit/debit card via Stripe. Payment instructions come only from official contacts listed on thejapanesecar.com — beware of remittance scams asking you to pay other accounts.
Yes. Every listing includes detailed stock information, and you can request extra photos, inspection reports or independent third-party verification before payment.
Yes. Tell us the make, model, year and budget, and we will search the Japanese market for a Trinidad-eligible (2018+) unit.
Yes. Container and bulk orders are available for registered foreign-used car dealers, with special pricing and shipping arrangements for quota-sized purchases.
Find Your Japanese Used Car for Trinidad and Tobago Today
Browse our current stock of Trinidad-eligible Japanese used cars, or message us on WhatsApp with the model you want and your area — Port of Spain, San Fernando, Chaguanas, Tobago or anywhere in Trinidad and Tobago — and we'll send you a transparent FOB + CNF quote the same day.