Country Import Guide · Asia Pacific

Sri Lanka

Check Japan-origin used-vehicle requirements before purchase

Import statusRestricted market
SteeringRight-hand drive
Last verified2026-08-14
Import controls, permitted categories, age limits and inspection documents can change by policy notice. Confirm the current licence and pre-shipment inspection route before purchase.

Key import and registration requirements

Verify current ruleRegistration

Purchase eligibility and registration

Import controls, permitted categories, age limits and inspection documents can change by policy notice. Confirm the current licence and pre-shipment inspection route before purchase.

Evidence source · Sri Lanka Customs / Department of Import and Export Control ↗
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 · Sri Lanka Customs / Department of Import and Export Control ↗
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 · Sri Lanka Customs / Department of Import and Export Control ↗
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 · Sri Lanka Customs / Department of Import and Export Control ↗

Japan-origin inspection providers

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
Sri Lanka Department of Import and Export Control
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
Sri Lanka Department of Import and Export Control
Evidence source ↗
Bureau VeritasAuthority-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
Sri Lanka Department of Import and Export Control
Evidence source ↗
USSConfirm current applicability

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

Certificate
Inspection certificate
Evidence status
USS Inspection Services
Evidence source ↗
Import, inspection and registration rules can change. Confirm eligibility using the chassis number before purchase.