Import Cars to Singapore from Japan

Q: What is the car import age limit for Singapore?

Singapore requires imported vehicles to be under 3 years old. In 2026 that means a model year of 2023 or newer.

Q: Do you handle shipping and export paperwork to Singapore?

Yes. Every order includes Japanese export de-registration, the English export certificate, marine insurance and shipping from Japan to Singapore by RORO or container. Our export team prepares the documents your customs broker needs.

Q: What documents come with the car?

Each vehicle ships with the original Japanese auction sheet, our own inspection report with photos, and the export certificate. Mileage and condition are stated as recorded at the Japanese auction.

Everything you need to import a used car from Japan to Singapore — the age rule, shipping options, taxes and the vehicles currently available at a fixed One Price. Vehicles under 3 years old qualify — model year 2023 or newer for 2026.

Singapore Import Regulations

Shipping & Logistics

ETA: Very fast. Transit 1-2 weeks + 1 wk clearance. Total ETA: 2-3 weeks.
Ports: Singapore Port (Jurong Port / PSA).

Customs & Costs

Standard (<3 yrs): 20% Excise Duty (OMV), 9% GST, ARF (100%-320%), plus full COE (often $90k+).
Classic (35+ yrs): Duty/GST/ARF applies, BUT you only pay 10% of PQP (COE), saving tens of thousands!

Age & Import Restrictions (CRITICAL)

Normal used cars MUST be under 3 years old. Classic JDM cars MUST be strictly 35 years or older. Vehicles between 3-34 years cannot be imported.

Note: Classic vehicles can only be driven max 45 days per year.

Disclaimer

The import regulations, taxes, and age restrictions provided below are gathered from public internet sources for general guidance only. We do not bear any legal responsibility for the accuracy of this information. It is your sole responsibility to verify how to clear customs, homologate, and register the vehicle in your country. We are only responsible for shipping the vehicle to your requested port.

Frequently asked questions

Singapore requires imported vehicles to be under 3 years old. In 2026 that means a model year of 2023 or newer.

Yes. Every order includes Japanese export de-registration, the English export certificate, marine insurance and shipping from Japan to Singapore by RORO or container. Our export team prepares the documents your customs broker needs.

Each vehicle ships with the original Japanese auction sheet, our own inspection report with photos, and the export certificate. Mileage and condition are stated as recorded at the Japanese auction.