Japanese Imports to Australia
Trusted by Australian businesses for quality Japanese vehicles, parts, and products. AQIS compliant with nationwide delivery.
Popular Imports to Australia
Why Import with Japan Convoy to Australia
Fast Shipping
Direct shipping to all major Australian ports - Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Fremantle. Typical transit 2-3 weeks.
AQIS Ready
Vehicles are thoroughly cleaned at our facility to meet Australian biosecurity requirements.
Compliance Support
We connect you with licensed compliance workshops for ADR certification and registration.
Local Support
Australian business hours support team familiar with local requirements and regulations.
Australian Import Requirements
Vehicle Age Rule
Vehicles must be 25+ years old OR meet SEVS/RAW approval for personal imports. Commercial imports have different pathways.
AQIS Compliance
All vehicles undergo quarantine inspection. We pre-clean vehicles to expedite AQIS clearance at Australian ports.
Compliance Plates
Vehicles require Australian compliance plates. We work with licensed compliance workshops nationwide.
GST & Duty
5% duty + 10% GST on most goods. Vehicles attract additional LCT if over luxury car threshold.
Frequently Asked Questions: Importing to Australia
What vehicles can I import to Australia from Japan?
Vehicles over 25 years old can be imported as personal imports. Newer vehicles must be on the SEVS (Specialist and Enthusiast Vehicle Scheme) list or RAW (Registered Automotive Workshop) eligible. Common eligible models include Nissan Skyline GT-R, Toyota Supra, Mazda RX-7, and many classic JDM vehicles.
How long does shipping to Australia take?
RoRo shipping from Japan to Australia typically takes 2-3 weeks. Sydney and Melbourne ports receive shipments most frequently. Brisbane and Fremantle may add a few days depending on shipping schedules.
What is involved in AQIS clearance?
All vehicles must pass Australian Quarantine Inspection Service (AQIS) checks for biosecurity. We pre-clean vehicles at our Japan facility, removing soil, seeds, and organic matter. This significantly improves clearance times. Most vehicles pass on first inspection.
How much are import duties on Japanese vehicles in Australia?
Import duty is 5% of customs value. GST is 10% calculated on (customs value + duty + shipping). Vehicles over the luxury car tax threshold attract additional LCT. Stamp duty varies by state. Total landed cost typically adds 15-25% to purchase price.
Can Japan Convoy help with Australian compliance?
We partner with licensed compliance workshops across Australia. Once your vehicle arrives, we coordinate with the compliance shop to handle ADR certification, roadworthy inspection, and registration paperwork. This service is available for an additional fee.
What Australia Buyers Say
"Imported my dream R32 GT-R through Japan Convoy. AQIS clearance was smooth thanks to their pre-cleaning. Car arrived exactly as described."
"Been importing parts through Japan Convoy for my workshop for 2 years. Reliable quality and good communication."
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