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Customs Clearance & Registration Process

Documents you need for customs clearance and vehicle registration are:

Cancellation Certificate [both in Japanese & in English]
Bill of Lading [Original 1st & 2nd]
Commercial Invoice
Letter of Authorization [The letter confirming that you are giving legal rights to clearing agent to act on your behalf]
ID copy [e.g. own Passport copy].!

[Step 1]

We will send you documents 1) - 3) via DHL (Cancellation Certificate, Bill of Lading, and Invoice). Please prepare documents 4),5) above by yourself.

[Step 2]

Prepare for the local customs clearance.
Arrange with the clearing agent for procedure. SBT have own designated clearing agent [i.e. Noble Shipping]. You may also arrange your own preferred agent.
Documents you need are as mentioned above.

[Step 3]

After the vehicle arrives in Lesotho, there will be a process of duty & tax payment, Temporary Permit, Police check for registration, and road worthiness inspection to obtain the number plate. Local clearing agent in Lesotho will be helpful for these procedures.

Why Choose SBT?

Wide Range of Cars

Our friendly sales staff are happy to talk with you.
Available where you are

We’ve exported 500,000 used cars in over 152 countries.
Supporting You Anytime

Our support team are always connected with customers 24/7.
Uncompromised Quality

We do a thorough inspection before shipping so only quality is delivered to you.
Keeping It Reliable

With over 25 years in the industry, we focus on reliability resulting in 80% repeat purchases.
Offering Best Prices

You can find a wide range of vehicles that are kept in your range.

Delivery Service Map

Main Ports

Durban

WE DELIVER YOUR CAR UP TO MASERU!!

OPTION 1:
Pay Full amount for SBT to deliver your car to Maseru Border.

OPTION 2:
Pay FOB and Marine Freight (CNF) direct to SBT We deliver car to Durban. Then pay Port clearing and local transport from Durban to Maseru to the clearing agent of your choice.

- Transit time from Japan Port to Durban Port: approximately 30 days.
- Transit time rom Japan Port to Maseru : approximately 37 days.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1. How can I buy a car from SBT Japan?

Register on our website, choose the car you like, then click [Buy Now]. Our sales staff will contact you through telephone or email.

Q2. What are the import regulations for Lesotho?

No year restriction, no pre-shipment inspection required, right-hand drive.

Q3. Where can I pick up the car in Lesotho?

Our delivery service takes the cars to the Maseru border. You can pick them up from the LRA warehouse or your clearing agent.

Q4. What is the payment condition?

We accept only TT (Telegraphic transfer via Bank).

Q5. Can we send payment in local currency (Loti)?

No, we only accept USD or JPY.

Q6. How long does it take to ship the car from Japan to Lesotho?

RORO: 4-5 weeks (sea freight) + 1 week (inland freight).

Q7. How much does it cost for clearing and transporting the car from Durban to Lesotho?

Clearing cost depends on the car, and transportation cost depends on the length of the car. Contact Noble Shipping for a quotation.

Q8. What kind of documents do I need for customs clearing?

Cancellation / Export Certificate (both in Japanese & English)
Bill of Lading (Original 1st & 2nd)
Invoice
Proof of Payment (TT copy received after transferring money to SBT)
ID copy (e.g. Passport)

Q9. Do you offer any insurance for freight?

Yes, we offer optional insurance for marine transport for $50.