BYD · 🇷🇺 Russia
BYD Seal (Seal) in Russia — Local Name, Rules & Costs
Russia has no market-specific badge for the BYD Seal (海豹, Hǎibào) — it is sold there under the global export name Seal.
What it is called in Russia
| Market | Badge | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| China (domestic) | BYD Seal (海豹 · Hǎibào) | Domestic name |
| 🇷🇺 Russia | Seal | Global export name (no market-specific alias) |
🇷🇺 Russia import rules at a glance
- Customs duty
- 15%
- VAT
- 20%
- Age limit
- Verify
- Emission standard
- Euro 5
- Drive side
- LHD
Russia applies EAEU-style technical certification, so cars typically need an EAC/SBKTS-type certificate before they can be registered.
- ERA-GLONASS mandatory
- EAC/SBKTS tech cert required
How to import this car into Russia
- Obtain a Euro 5 emissions certificate (or equivalent proof of conformity).
- Arrange EAEU-style technical certification (EAC/SBKTS-type certificate) before the car can be registered.
- Budget 15% customs duty plus 20% VAT on top of the vehicle price.
- No drive-side conversion needed: Russia is a left-hand-drive market, same as China.
Frequently asked questions
What is the BYD Seal called in Russia?
Russia has no market-specific badge for the BYD Seal (海豹, Hǎibào) — it is sold there under the global export name Seal.
How much tax do I pay importing a Seal into Russia?
Importing a used Seal into Russia means a 15% customs duty and 20% VAT. Certification, inspection and registration fees apply on top.
Can I import a used Seal into Russia?
Yes, used imports are possible: age limits must be verified with customs before shipping. Imports must meet the Euro 5 emission standard. Russia is a left-hand-drive market, so vehicles must be left-hand drive.
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FOB pricing, Russia market rules and landed-cost estimates for the Seal — via AutoGlobal.