Ghana Car Import Cost Calculator

If you are planning to import a car into Ghana, one of the biggest questions is how much it will actually cost once the vehicle arrives and clears the port.

The Ghana Car Import Cost Calculator is designed to help you estimate the total landed cost of importing a vehicle into Ghana. It brings together the most common cost components involved in the import process so you can plan realistically and compare options before making a purchase.

This tool is intended for planning and budgeting, especially for first-time importers, diaspora returnees, and anyone weighing the cost of importing versus buying locally.

Landed cost calculator (quick estimate)

Important: This is a rough estimator for planning. Actual charges depend on valuation, port fees, and the current tax schedule.

Vehicle purchase price (A)

Shipping + freight (B)

Import duty rate (D)

VAT + levies rate (F)

Port charges + handling (H)

Clearing agent fee (I)

Local transport (J)

DVLA registration + plates (K)

Insurance (L)

Repairs + maintenance (M)

Optional buffer (%)

Exchange rate (GHS per 1 )
If auto-fetch fails, you can manually enter a rate using the currency converter on this site.

GHS

Estimated CIF (C = A + B)

0.00

Import duty (E = C × D)

0.00

VAT + levies (G = (C + E) × F)

0.00

Total estimated landed cost

0.00

Total estimated landed cost (GHS)

Enter FX rate

Breakdown

A Purchase: 0.00
B Shipping: 0.00
C CIF: 0.00
E Duty: 0.00
G VAT + levies: 0.00
H Port fees: 0.00
I Clearing fee: 0.00
J Local transport: 0.00
K DVLA fees: 0.00
L Insurance: 0.00
M Repairs: 0.00
Buffer Added: 0.00

The Ghana Car Import Cost Calculator is useful for:

Diaspora members importing vehicles into Ghana
Ghanaians returning home after living abroad
Expats relocating to Ghana
Buyers sourcing vehicles from the US, UK, Japan, or online platforms
Anyone comparing local vehicle prices with import costs

If you are researching costs before committing to a purchase, this tool helps reduce surprises and improves decision-making.

Important notes about accuracy

This calculator provides estimates only. Actual import costs can vary depending on several factors, including:

Customs valuation of the vehicle
Engine size, fuel type, and vehicle age
Current tax and levy schedules
Port handling fees and storage time
Exchange rate fluctuations

Always confirm final costs with a licensed clearing agent, the Ghana Revenue Authority, and the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority before importing a vehicle.

Exchange rate note

For currency estimates, this calculator may auto-fetch an exchange rate or use a planning estimate. You can manually adjust the exchange rate at any time or reference the currency converter available on this site for confirmation.