How to Buy a Car

Import a Vehicle from Japan to Sri Lanka

Follow these simple steps to safely purchase and import your dream vehicle from Japan to Sri Lanka.

1. Choose a Trusted Exporter

Select a certified Japanese exporter such as BeForward, SBT Japan, or PicknBuy24.

2. Select Your Vehicle

Choose your car by make, model, year, mileage, and price from the exporter’s website.

3. Get a Proforma Invoice

The exporter will issue an invoice with vehicle and shipping details for confirmation.

4. Make Payment

Transfer the payment via bank wire (TT). Always confirm official bank details first.

5. Vehicle Shipping

Your car is shipped from Japan to Colombo (around 3–5 weeks) with insurance.

6. Customs Clearance

Hire a clearing agent to handle port and customs procedures in Sri Lanka.

7. Pay Taxes & Duties

Pay import, excise, and VAT charges according to vehicle type and engine capacity.

8. Register at RMV

After clearance, register your vehicle at the RMV and get your Sri Lankan number plate.