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Please note that RWC, Registration and Stamp Duty costs are excluded and costs shown below are an estimate only. Please reach out to us for a more accurate cost breakdown. Luxury Car Tax will apply at 33% for every dollar over $91,387 for fuel-efficient vehicles or over $80,567 AUD for other vehicles.
Japan Handling Fees – 85,000 Yen
This covers auction charges, vehicle deregistration, and freight from the auction site to the port in Japan. These are standard fees required to prepare your vehicle for export.
Shipping & Customs Clearance – Approx. $2,900 AUD
Includes international freight, mandatory heat treatment, customs processing, and quarantine inspections. These steps ensure the vehicle meets Australian biosecurity and import standards.
Duty – Usually 0%
Thanks to the Japan–Australia Free Trade Agreement, vehicles manufactured in Japan typically attract 0% import duty. If the vehicle was not made in Japan, a 5% duty may apply.
GST – 10%
Goods and Services Tax is calculated at 10% of the total CIF (Cost + Insurance + Freight) + Duty.
Luxury Car Tax (LCT)
LCT applies if the vehicle’s GST-inclusive value exceeds:
$91,387 AUD for fuel-efficient vehicles
$80,567 AUD for other vehicles
Final On-Road Costs – Approx. $5,150 AUD
Includes:
Transport to compliance: $200
Compliance inspection: $1,500
Serendib Jap Imports service fee: $550
