FAQs | Carbarn Malawi – Vehicle Import Questions

Carbarn Malawi offers vehicle import services, enabling customers to directly purchase vehicles from Japan and have them delivered to Malawi.

You choose a vehicle from our Japanese inventory, make payment, and we manage inspection (if required), shipping, customs clearance, and delivery to Malawi.

Yes. All vehicles in our inventory are located in Japan, and Carbarn Malawi enables you to buy authentic, auction-verified cars directly.

Yes. All documentation — invoice, import/export paperwork, customs clearance, and registration — will be in your name, giving full ownership.

Benefits include direct access to Japanese vehicles, transparent pricing, full import and customs support, no hidden markups, and assistance with local compliance.

You can import sedans, SUVs, vans, hybrids, luxury models, and popular Japanese brands like Toyota, Nissan, Honda, Lexus, Subaru, Mazda, Mitsubishi, etc.

Vehicle pricing depends on model, mileage, auction grade, shipping, and import taxes. We aim to give you a competitive landed cost estimate.

Estimated transit time is **24 to 34 days** via RoRo shipping to **Dar Es Salaam**, plus inland transport to Malawi.

Payments are made via secure bank transfer to our official business account. We issue invoices and receipts for all payments.

No special inspection is required in Japan for Malawi imports. Inspection is **not applicable** in JP for Malawi, but we will provide condition reports, photos, and auction sheets.

Yes. We provide shipping tracking, status updates, and expected arrival information at each stage until delivery to Malawi.

No. Our quotes include the vehicle and shipping. You are responsible for customs duties, VAT, port handling, clearance, inland transport, and local registration fees.

For vehicles with engine capacity under 2000 cc (and seating under 10): Import Duty is 25 %, Excise Duty is 15 %, and VAT is 16.5 %. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0} For higher engine capacities, excise rates increase (e.g. 30 % or more). :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

You’ll need: Passport or National ID, Purchase Invoice, Bill of Lading (with chassis & engine numbers), Certificate of Title / Registration, and any additional import or clearance documents. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Currently we require full upfront payment. Financing or installment options may be explored in the future.

We do not provide manufacturer warranties (due to imports), but we can recommend trustworthy service centres and help arrange inspections locally.

Yes. We import hybrids such as Toyota Prius, Aqua, Honda Insight, and other Japanese hybrid models.

Vehicles are shipped via **Dar Es Salaam Port**, then transported by road into Malawi.

We will keep you informed of any delays caused by customs, port congestion, or logistical issues until delivery is completed.

You can reach us via WhatsApp: +818087283726 or Email: info@carbarn.mw .

Carbarn Malawi is part of the global Carbarn network, combining international sourcing with local support, delivering transparency, professionalism, and trust.

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