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Export new cars to Madagascar from Dubai

About the Madagascar market

Export New Cars For Sale in Dubai From Jebel Ali Free Zone to Madagascar

Explore a wide range of brand-new export cars for sale in Dubai. Buy and export new vehicles from Jebel Ali Free Zone quickly, securely, and at the best international prices.

Shipping to Madagascar

Primary port

Toamasina

Transit time

~18–25 days

Import regulations

Importing a brand-new vehicle into Madagascar involves navigating a duty and tax regime designed to protect local industries. Per Trade.gov, customs duties in Madagascar range from five to 20 percent and are modified annually during budget development. Approximately 40 percent of imports face the maximum 20 percent customs duty rate, with automobiles typically subject to these higher tariffs. On top of customs duty, value-added tax (VAT) has held steady at 20 percent for several years and applies to the landed cost of your vehicle. Because Madagascar collects a significant share of government revenue through customs duties and VAT on imports, these charges represent a substantial component of your total landed cost.

Preferential Trade Access

If your company or the vehicle's origin has a presence in certain preferential trading blocs—including the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the Indian Ocean Commission (IOC), the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA), or the Interim Economic Partnership Agreement with the European Union—you may be eligible for duty-free entry under specific conditions. This can result in significant savings if your supply chain qualifies. Verify your bloc membership status with the exporting entity before arranging shipment.

Documentation and Inspection

Standard import documentation is required at Madagascar's ports of entry. Ensure all paperwork is complete and accurate to avoid delays. Trade.gov maintains a Customs Info Database tariff look-up tool that can help estimate duties and taxes for your specific vehicle configuration. Verify with the destination's customs authority before shipping — duty rates vary by engine size, fuel type, and buyer category.

Key points

  • Customs duty ranges from 5 to 20 percent, with approximately 40 percent of imports subject to the 20 percent maximum rate
  • VAT of 20 percent applies on top of customs duty, calculated on the landed cost
  • Duty-free entry may apply if your company operates in SADC, IOC, COMESA, or the EU Economic Partnership Agreement countries
  • Duties are modified annually when Madagascar's budget is developed, so rates may change year to year

Documents you'll need

  • Bill of Lading — Original
  • Commercial Invoice — Original
  • Packing List — Original
  • Certificate of Origin — Original
  • Chassis and VIN Certificate — Original
  • Import Declaration Form — Completed at port of entry
  • Customs Clearance Permit — Obtained prior to or at arrival
  • Vehicle Registration Documents — Original or certified copy
Updated June 30, 2026 · Verify with the destination's customs authority before shipping — duty rates vary by engine size, fuel type, and buyer category.
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