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Purchase Price (USD) What you paid for the vehicle

Engine Size (cc) Engine displacement in cubic centimeters

Shipping Cost (USD) RoRo ~$1,300-$2,800 / Container ~$3,600+

Marine Insurance (USD) Leave blank to auto-estimate at 2.5% of price

Vehicle Age

48 months before January 1 of the import year. A vehicle made in June 2022 is "4+ years" if imported in 2026.

Vehicle Type

Importer Status

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)
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Taxes & Duties

Customs Duty -

Excise Tax -

VAT (14%) -

                        Total Taxes & Duties
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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 Vehicles (4+ Years Old)

Engine (cc)	Customs Duty	Excise Tax (Flat)	VAT
0 - 1,000	10%	$4,200	14%
1,001 - 1,500	10%	$4,200	14%
1,501 - 1,800	30%	$6,000	14%
1,801 - 2,000	30%	$6,500	14%
2,001 - 3,000	70%	$13,500	14%
Over 3,000	100%	$14,500	14%

Newer Vehicles (Under 4 Years Old)

Engine (cc)	Customs Duty	Excise Tax	VAT
0 - 1,500	35%	N/A	EXEMPT (Budget 2026)
1,501 - 2,000	45%	10% of (CIF + Duty)	14%
2,001 - 3,000	45%	110% of (CIF + Duty)	14%
Over 3,000	45%	140% of (CIF + Duty)	14%

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

Disclaimer: 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.

Vehicle Import Duty Calculator