Country Import Guide · Africa

Mauritius

Check Japan-origin used-vehicle requirements before purchase

Import statusImport permit required
SteeringRight-hand drive
Last verified2026-08-14
A second-hand import permit, pre-shipment certificate and local registration examination are separate requirements. Confirm age and permit eligibility before purchase.

Key import and registration requirements

Verify current ruleRegistration

Purchase eligibility and registration

A second-hand import permit, pre-shipment certificate and local registration examination are separate requirements. Confirm age and permit eligibility before purchase.

Evidence source · National Land Transport Authority Mauritius ↗
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 · National Land Transport Authority Mauritius ↗
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 · National Land Transport Authority Mauritius ↗
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 · National Land Transport Authority Mauritius ↗

Japan-origin inspection providers

EAAService available — confirm recognition

The organization lists this Japan-origin service. Confirm the current authority recognition, vehicle scope and certificate before booking.

Certificate
Pre-shipment certificate
Evidence status
EAA Co., Ltd.
Evidence source ↗
JAAIAuthority-approved

The import authority lists this organization as an approved provider for the stated inspection service. Confirm the current vehicle scope before booking.

Certificate
Pre-shipment inspection certificate
Evidence status
National Land Transport Authority Mauritius
Evidence source ↗
JEVICAuthority-approved

The import authority lists this organization as an approved provider for the stated inspection service. Confirm the current vehicle scope before booking.

Certificate
Pre-shipment inspection certificate
Evidence status
National Land Transport Authority Mauritius
Evidence source ↗
Mauri AutoConfirm current applicability

The organization lists this Japan-origin service. Confirm the current authority recognition, vehicle scope and certificate before booking.

Certificate
Pre-shipment inspection certificate
Evidence status
Mauri Auto Inspection Ltd.
Evidence source ↗
JVMIConfirm current applicability

The organization lists this Japan-origin service. Confirm the current authority recognition, vehicle scope and certificate before booking.

Certificate
Pre-shipment inspection certificate
Evidence status
Japan Vehicle Mauritius Inspection
Evidence source ↗
Import, inspection and registration rules can change. Confirm eligibility using the chassis number before purchase.