🇨🇷 Costa Rica · Latin America · 16 models
Chinese Cars in Costa Rica: Model Names & Import Rules
Costa Rica restricts used-vehicle imports through age caps and import licensing; verify the current regime before committing to a shipment.
🇨🇷 Costa Rica import rules at a glance
- Customs duty
- 14%
- VAT
- 13%
- Age limit
- Verify
- Emission standard
- Verify
- Drive side
- LHD
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Frequently asked questions
Can I import a used Chinese car into Costa Rica?
Yes, used imports are possible: age limits must be verified with customs before shipping. Costa Rica is a left-hand-drive market.
How much tax do I pay importing a Chinese car into Costa Rica?
Importing a used car into Costa Rica means a 14% customs duty and 13% VAT. Certification, inspection and registration fees apply on top.
Which Chinese models are tracked for Costa Rica?
We track 16 models with local names and import rules for Costa Rica, including the BYD Yuan Plus, BYD Seagull, BYD Song Plus, Chery Tiggo 7. The full list, grouped by brand, is below.