Importing a Vehicle from
Japan to Australia
AUTOHUB offers professional international car shipping services around the world, including from Japan to Australia.
Exporters & Importers
Exporting/Importing a Vehicle from Japan to Australia
If you want to export or import a vehicle from Japan to Australia, AUTOHUB are the experts! Here is everything you need to know when exporting or importing a vehicle from Japan to Australia.
Importing Cars from Japan to Australia
If you’re importing a vehicle from Japan to Australia AUTOHUB makes it easy. We offer a door-to-door fixed price importing service to make shipping a vehicle from Japan to Australia straightforward and stress-free.
AUTOHUB Services
At AUTOHUB we can take care of most of the process for you. Once you have received approval that the vehicle can be imported to Australia, we take care of the rest. Our comprehensive Door to Door (D2D) service for vehicles being imported from Japan to Australia includes:
- A Gate-In survey and photos in Japan when we take control of the vehicle.
- Steam cleaning of the vehicle.
- Removal of air conditioning gas (if required).
- Testing and removal of asbestos (if required).
- Odometer check.
- Japan Port Service Charges.
- BAF (Bunker Fuel Charges).
- Payment of any duties and taxes owed.
- The organisation of Australian Customs Clearance.
- Quarantine inspection through the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment.
- Full insurance while the car is in our care.
For vehicles over 20m3, please provide AUTOHUB the exact dimensions of the vehicle and we will provide a quote.
Compliance Requirements in Australia
To import a vehicle into Australia, you need to first apply for approval under the Road Vehicle Standards (RVS) laws for a single road vehicle approval. Most vehicles can be imported through the Register of Approved Vehicles which is a database of vehicles that have met the requirements of the RVS legislation and are approved for provision to the Australian market.
Who can apply for approval under RVS laws:
- Car enthusiasts who want to import specialist or older vehicles.
- People moving to Australia and want to bring their car with them.
- Manufacturers or importers of special purpose vehicles.
Please note: You’ll need to apply even if you’re not intending to use the vehicle on public roads, for example, for exhibitions, races, or test vehicles, or if you’re reimporting a vehicle previously approved for use on Australian roads.
To begin the process of importing a vehicle into Australia you will need to complete an online application through their online portal ROVER. Processing of this application can take up to 60 days.
Insurance cover
Customers who choose to import vehicles from Japan to Australia with our D2D package will benefit from comprehensive insurance coverage.
Your car will be covered under Institute Cargo Clause A, which provides cover for all risks associated with loss or damage to the vehicle. It commences from when AUTOHUB takes care and control of your vehicle.
Insurance cover will continue during transit, right until it is delivered to the first nominated local delivery address in Australia.
This insurance covers total loss, collision damage, and fire and theft of non-modified, driveable, road-going vehicles and items only.
You can learn more about our comprehensive insurance cover on our transit insurance for vehicle shipping page.
Exporting from Japan
Are you based in Japan and want to export a car to Australia? AUTOHUB can help. We offer a complete package to handle every aspect of exporting a vehicle from Japan to Australia, all for a confirmed fixed price for peace of mind and financial certainty.
Services provided by AUTOHUB
You can either use AUTOHUB to ship your vehicle from Door to Door (D2D) or choose which elements of our professional service meet your needs. Below is a breakdown of the services we offer.
Customs clearance in Japan
If the vehicle you’re shipping from Japan is larger than 20m3 please provide AUTOHUB with the exact dimensions of the vehicle when requesting a quote. This will help us provide a more accurate price, based on shipping requirements.
Some commercial vehicles or machinery may have additional customs duties, which will be added to the supplied quote.
If you’re shipping a vehicle that cannot be driven, please provide AUTOHUB with details of why the vehicle isn’t operational, so we can arrange for the appropriate shipping type and provide an accurate quote.
For more information, visit autohub.co.nz.jp
In Trade
Services provided by AUTOHUB
Here at AUTOHUB, we take care of motor vehicle traders who use our services regularly. Over 1,100 importers choose AUTOHUB for their vehicle shipping and to provide trade rates, we require a genuine Motor Vehicle Traders Register (RMVT) number.
A total logistics package from selling agent to compliance
Regular vessels monthly to major ports
Full insurance while in our care provided survey facilities are available
Guaranteed fixed price for mobile passenger cars under 20cu.m.
Email notice of ETA the day shipping is booked by your agent
Secure credit card payments online and by phone
Email alert if there is a change of ETA
Volume rebated discounts
Online track and trace
Online invoice history
Testimonials
See What Our Clients Have To Say
Brian Wright
Smithburn Motors
We use Autohub for our vehicle logistics both from Japan and the United Kingdom. It’s a one stop shop and saves us as a small business a lot of time not having to deal with multiple suppliers.
Kyoko A.
Thanks for your great customer service, we don’t get this kind of first response anywhere else.
Thank you so much.
Clement. N
Thank you for your excellent customer service care, you made it all sound easy and effectively answered my queries.
My contacts are as per below and I will be looking forward to hearing more from you closer to the ETA of the vehicle.
Bei
B & Z Trades
We have always enjoyed a good working relationship with Autohub over the years.
They have teams that are always attentive and quick to solve any queries or questions I may have.
AUTOHUB Rewards Program
AUTOHUB will reward REGISTERED MOTOR TRADERS by recognizing both volume and loyalty.
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AUTOHUB volume rebates
AUTOHUB recognises Registered Motor Vehicle Traders who ship larger volumes by offering an open and defined system for lower charges. We do this by offering a volume discount on vehicles shipped.