Destination
Importing Cars From Japan to Chile
Chile generally restricts used imports to new vehicles, with the Iquique Free Zone as an exception. LHD only.
Port
San Antonio / Iquique
Age limit
New cars only for general import (used via Iquique Free Zone)
Drive side
Left-hand drive
Shipping time
40–55 days
Inspection
JEVIC recommended
Import rules
Left-hand drive. Used imports must transit through Iquique Free Zone for re-export to neighbors.
Estimated duties and taxes
Free Zone re-export rules apply. Final destination duties vary.
Indicative figures only. Final amounts are set by your customs authority on the day of clearance.
Shipping to San Antonio
Typical transit time: 40–55 days. RoRo is the standard option for most cars; container is recommended for higher-value units or multiple vehicles.
Required documents
Bill of Lading, invoice, JEVIC certificate, deregistration.
Popular in this market
Popular Models in Chile
Mazda CX-5
Toyota RAV4
Toyota Hilux
Why us
Why Import to Chile Through Us
- Iquique Free Zone routing experience
- LHD-specific sourcing
- Coordinated re-export documentation
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