A Comprehensive 2024 Guide to Import Used Cars from China to Angola

Angola’s automotive industry is growing, but the success code in realizing its potential resonates with several aspects of importation. Read this guide to learn the procedures and the legal backdrop of importing used cars to Angola from China in 2024.

The Legal and Regulatory Structure

The first thing to prepare is the legal text underlying the entire process, beginning with Angola’s vehicle-age limit, which is 6 and 10 years for light vehicles and heavy transport vehicles, respectively, not older than six years in the case of buses.

Pre-Importation Requirement

Before the car buyer imports the vehicle, the person is required to bandage in respectability by ensuring an outfit with a Pre-Shipment Inspection PSI certificate from the origin country, which should be valid for not less than 6 months. This is done to ensure the importation of cars that are technically stable and comfortable to introduce on Angola’s roads.

Import Modes and Tax

Angola divides importation into temporary and final which holds for diplomats and ordinary citizens, respectively.

- Temporary import: Angola only allowed one to import cars for a two-year usage before

they are re-exported. The importer is required to sign a memorandum to which she is supposed to pay a deposit of 40-45% CIF price, which is refunded after re-export.

- Final import:

   - Tariffs: 10% (5% for pickup trucks).

   - VAT: 10%, 20%, and 30%, which was differentiated based on the vehicle and engine power, fuel capacity, or displacement, for instance, gasoline-engine vehicles attract 10% for engines less than 1,500 ml; 20% for engines sizes between 1,500 and 3,000 ml; 30% for cars with engine capacities of over 3,000 ml or cars using other fuel engines.

- It must be cleared on arrival at Luanda port, and when done in more than 30 days, the vehicle is charged 5% in CIF price.

Documentation and Customs

- Original purchase Invoice

- Copy of entry visa

- Employment letter that indicates the name, function, and company of the one who hires the car

- Passport copy, stamped with Angolan entry visa stamp

- Copy of “Contribute” and “Resident”

- Declaration of value to tune the car by the shipper

- Packing List written in English or Portuguese

- Tax Identification Number: this should allow one to import an item listed in its preference order from the Ministry of Transport

- Air Ticket copy and a valid return coupon

- Import license if imported for a company

In summary, many of the requirements in Angola revolved around following the right procedures, knowing the law on vehicle age, acquiring the PSI certificate, and the right documentation. Based on the information, the importer can take advantage of the growing number of Chinese used cars entering the market and expanding the market due to the country’s economic progress. It is also highly recommended to inquire about Angola’s local import agents before purchasing used cars from China.

Please note that used car import tax rates and policies may change over time or be adjusted according to the latest regulations from the government. Therefore, it is advisable to confirm the most current tax information with relevant tax and customs authorities before importing.