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Georgia

Georgia is the most open car market in the Caucasus: it applies no maximum vehicle age, and clearance is comparatively straightforward, which is why it also serves as a transit and re-export point into Armenia and Azerbaijan. Duties are assessed on engine capacity and age rather than a flat percentage.

What are the rules for importing a car from China into Georgia?
  • Age limit: No maximum vehicle age for imported vehicles — unusual for the region. Diesel vehicles must meet at least Euro 5 or import is prohibited.
  • Import duty & taxes: Customs tariff commonly calculated as 0.05 GEL per cubic centimetre of engine capacity, plus 5% of that amount per year of vehicle use; VAT 18% on CIF plus duty. Excise tax scales with engine size and age. Hybrids get a reduced excise (about 60% lower than petrol, 2025); electric vehicles are exempt from excise and VAT, a benefit at least until end-2025. Some sources cite a flat 5% duty instead — confirm the current method.
  • Authority & certification: Georgian Revenue Service (customs); Service Agency for registration and technical inspection. Imported vehicles must pass a Georgian technical inspection.

Import facts at a glance

Age limitNo maximum vehicle age for imported vehicles — unusual for the region. Diesel vehicles must meet at least Euro 5 or import is prohibited.
SteeringLeft-hand drive only (right-hand drive not permitted).
Import duty & taxesCustoms tariff commonly calculated as 0.05 GEL per cubic centimetre of engine capacity, plus 5% of that amount per year of vehicle use; VAT 18% on CIF plus duty. Excise tax scales with engine size and age. Hybrids get a reduced excise (about 60% lower than petrol, 2025); electric vehicles are exempt from excise and VAT, a benefit at least until end-2025. Some sources cite a flat 5% duty instead — confirm the current method.
Main ports / entryPort of Poti on the Black Sea is the primary entry point; Batumi is also used. Overland entry from Turkey, Armenia and Azerbaijan is common.
Authority & certificationGeorgian Revenue Service (customs); Service Agency for registration and technical inspection. Imported vehicles must pass a Georgian technical inspection.
Required documentsOriginal foreign registration certificate, commercial or proforma invoice, original bill of lading, customs declaration, Tag/Title application (form MV-1v), Form T-22B, passport or ID.

Figures indicative and sources differ on the duty method (per-cc tariff versus flat 5%). Georgia sets no vehicle age limit, requires Euro 5 for diesel, and grants EV and hybrid tax relief on a time-limited basis. Confirm current rates with Georgian customs or a licensed broker. Sources: Revenue Service of Georgia, customs authority (rs.ge); Legislative Herald of Georgia (matsne.gov.ge). Last reviewed 2026-09.

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Our experience in this region — Caucasus

EZ Auto is based in China (Zhengzhou, Henan) with 15–20 years in the country's car export trade. We export new and used Chinese vehicles to Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan through the Caspian and overland corridors, handling China export clearance and full documentation. Local import clearance is arranged by the buyer or a licensed broker; we provide all paperwork and per-country guidance. We do not operate local offices in the Caucasus — every car is sourced and inspected in China before shipment.

FAQ

Can EZ Auto ship cars to the Caucasus?
Yes. We export new and used Chinese vehicles to Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan, with full export documents and logistics via the Caspian (Baku / Poti) and overland corridors. Import clearance is handled by you or a local broker; we supply all paperwork.
Which Caucasus country is easiest to import used cars into?
Georgia is the most open: it applies no maximum vehicle age and clearance is generally straightforward, which is why it also serves as a transit and re-export point into Armenia and Azerbaijan. Armenia applies the EAEU framework, and Azerbaijan caps used cars at 10 years and requires ABS plus at least one airbag. Rules change, so confirm the current position before you buy.
Are right-hand-drive cars allowed in the Caucasus?
No. All three countries require left-hand-drive vehicles; Armenia additionally prohibits right-hand-drive conversions. Sourcing a left-hand-drive specification from the factory is far cheaper than converting later, so we confirm the steering configuration before you order.
How long does shipping from China to the Caucasus take?
Rail via the Khorgos–Kazakhstan–Caspian corridor to Baku typically takes about 18–25 days, with additional time for the Caspian leg and onward overland delivery to Georgia or Armenia. Transit times vary with border formalities and season, so we confirm the current schedule for your route before shipment.
Do you handle import clearance in my country?
Export clearance in China is on us. Import clearance is handled by you or your local broker; we supply all documents and advise on requirements per country.

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