Myanmar's existing vehicle fleet is largely right-hand drive (RHD), even though the country drives on the right-hand side of the road. For years Japanese RHD models such as the Toyota Probox, Toyota Belta and Honda Fit were the backbone of imports through Yangon.
Importantly, policy has been shifting toward left-hand-drive (LHD) vehicles for new imports to match the side of the road, while the legacy fleet remains predominantly RHD. This transition is uneven and subject to change, so buyers must confirm whether RHD vehicles are still importable, and under what conditions, before purchasing.
Overview
- Age limit
- 5 years
- Main ports
- Yangon
- Drive side
- RHD
- Currency
- MMK
- Inspection
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Indicative duties & taxes
How import taxes stack up on the CIF value.
| FOB | $10,000 |
| Ocean freight | $0 |
| Marine insurance | $150 |
| CIF value | $10,150 |
| Import Duty | $3,045 |
| Commercial Tax | $660 |
| Estimated taxes | $3,705 |
| Estimated landed cost | $13,855 |
Estimates only, based on indicative rates. Request a formal quote from ASTONISHING CARS for exact figures.
Required documents
- •Original Bill of Lading
- •Commercial invoice
- •Japanese export certificate (de-registration) with translation
- •Import permit / licence from the relevant Myanmar authority
- •Insurance certificate
- •Importer identification documents
Popular models
Import process
- 1Confirm with the relevant Myanmar authority whether RHD or LHD is required and obtain the necessary import permit.
- 2Select a compliant vehicle within the indicative age limit and agree on the CIF price to Yangon.
- 3Arrange shipping and collect the Bill of Lading and export documents from Japan.
- 4Clear the vehicle at Yangon, paying import duty and commercial tax as assessed.
- 5Complete local registration before taking delivery of the vehicle.
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Read moreFrequently asked questions
Can I still import a right-hand-drive car into Myanmar?+
Possibly, but policy has been shifting toward left-hand-drive vehicles for new imports. Confirm the current RHD/LHD rules with the relevant Myanmar authority before buying.
What is the age limit?+
Around five years is a common indicative figure, but it can change. Verify the current limit with Myanmar customs before shipping.
Are these duty rates exact?+
No. They are indicative for estimation only. Confirm current duty rates, taxes, and age and drive-side rules with the national customs authority before you commit.
Figures are indicative and change frequently. Always confirm current rules and rates with the official customs authority before importing.
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