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Jamaica

Check Japan-origin used-vehicle requirements before purchase

Import statusOpen with conditions
SteeringRight-hand drive
Last verified2026-08-14
Used vehicles require the current import-licence and age conditions plus pre-shipment inspection. ATJ is the sole authorized provider through 31 January 2029.

Key import and registration requirements

Verify current ruleRegistration

Purchase eligibility and registration

Used vehicles require the current import-licence and age conditions plus pre-shipment inspection. ATJ is the sole authorized provider through 31 January 2029.

Evidence source · Jamaica Trade Board Limited ↗
RequiredDocuments

Core documents

Prepare the original Japanese export or deregistration certificate, invoice, bill of lading and every market-specific approval or inspection certificate. Confirm the final list before shipment.

Evidence source · Jamaica Trade Board Limited ↗
ConditionalInspection

Pre-shipment inspection

Use the inspection organizations and certificate scope shown below. Recognition can change, so recheck the authority source before booking.

Evidence source · Jamaica Trade Board Limited ↗
RecommendedSafety

Chassis-number check before purchase

Send WATSU LOGI the chassis number, destination and vehicle model before purchase so age, specifications, inspection and document feasibility can be checked.

Evidence source · Jamaica Trade Board Limited ↗

Japan-origin inspection providers

ATJRequired provider / programme

Jamaica Trade Board appointed ATJ as the only authorized pre-shipment inspection, sanitization and quarantine provider through 31 January 2029.

Certificate
Pre-shipment inspection certificate
Evidence status
Jamaica Trade Board Limited
Evidence source ↗
Import, inspection and registration rules can change. Confirm eligibility using the chassis number before purchase.