Vehicle Import Duty Calculator

Calculate your total vehicle import costs for Guyana. Updated with Budget 2026 rates including EV/hybrid exemptions and double-cab flat tax.

Updated Feb 2026 Instant Results Budget 2026 Rates

Enter Vehicle Details

What you paid for the vehicle
Engine displacement in cubic centimeters
RoRo ~$1,300-$2,800 / Container ~$3,600+
Leave blank to auto-estimate at 2.5% of price
48 months before January 1 of the import year. A vehicle made in June 2022 is "4+ years" if imported in 2026.
GRA applies different excise rates for diesel vehicles (4+ years old).
Re-migrants must have lived abroad 5+ years and be returning to reside permanently.

Estimated Import Cost Breakdown

CIF Calculation

Vehicle Purchase Price -
Shipping Cost -
Marine Insurance -
CIF Total (Cost + Insurance + Freight) -

Taxes & Duties

Customs Duty -
Excise Tax -
VAT (14%) -
Total Taxes & Duties -

Additional Costs (Estimated)

Customs Broker Fee $350
Port / Wharf Handling $450
Import License + Misc. $300
Total Additional Costs $1,100
Estimated Total Landing Cost -
Note: This is an estimate only. Actual costs may vary based on GRA assessment, exchange rates, and additional fees. Additional costs (broker, port, license) are typical estimates. Verify exact rates at gra.gov.gy or call GRA at 227-6060.

Quick Reference: Duty Rates

Used Gasoline Vehicles (4+ Years Old) — 0% Duty, 0% VAT

Engine (cc)DutyExcise Tax (Total Tax)VAT
0 - 1,5000%GYD $800,000 flat (~US$3,800)0%
1,501 - 1,8000%(CIF + $6,000) × 30% + $6,0000%
1,801 - 2,0000%(CIF + $6,500) × 30% + $6,5000%
2,001 - 3,0000%(CIF + $13,500) × 70% + $13,5000%
Over 3,0000%(CIF + $14,500) × 100% + $14,5000%

Used Diesel Vehicles (4+ Years Old) — 0% Duty, 0% VAT

Engine (cc)DutyExcise Tax (Total Tax)VAT
0 - 1,5000%GYD $800,000 flat (~US$3,800)0%
1,501 - 2,0000%(CIF + $15,400) × 30% + $15,4000%
2,001 - 2,5000%(CIF + $15,400) × 70% + $15,4000%
2,501 - 3,0000%(CIF + $15,500) × 70% + $15,5000%
Over 3,0000%(CIF + $17,200) × 100% + $17,2000%

Newer Vehicles (Under 4 Years Old)

Engine (cc)Customs DutyExcise TaxVAT
0 - 1,50035%N/AEXEMPT (Budget 2026)
1,501 - 2,00045%10% of 1.5x(CIF + Duty)*14%
2,001 - 3,00045%110% of 1.5x(CIF + Duty)*14%
Over 3,00045%140% of 1.5x(CIF + Duty)*14%

*1.5x multiplier applies to non-dealer (private) imports per GRA valuation formula.

For a complete guide on the import process, documents, re-migrant concessions, and more, read our Complete Guide to Importing Vehicles into Guyana.

Disclaimer: Guyana restricts vehicle imports to a maximum of 8 years old from the date of manufacture. This calculator provides estimates based on publicly available duty rates as of February 2026. Actual costs may differ based on GRA assessment, currency fluctuations, and any policy changes. The CIF value used by GRA may differ from the purchase price if they determine the declared value is below market value. Always confirm with the Guyana Revenue Authority before making import decisions.