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Jordan

Jordan clears imported vehicles through the Port of Aqaba and the Zarqa Free Zone, with a pre-shipment inspection required in the country of origin. Tax is heavy on petrol passenger cars but far lighter on electric vehicles, which face their own 3-year age rule from November 2025.

What are the rules for importing a car from China into Jordan?
  • Age limit: Commercial imports have no strict legal age limit; personal-use imports must not exceed 10 years. From 1 November 2025, electric vehicles older than 3 years (including the clearance year) are prohibited. Hybrid vehicles do not carry the same 3-year rule.
  • Import duty & taxes: Sales tax 16% on all vehicles. Special tax: passenger cars 56%, pickups 30%, vans 30%, trucks under 4.5 tonnes 30%, trucks over 4.5 tonnes 0%, agricultural tractors 0%. Income tax 2%. Electric vehicles: 0% customs duty and 0% special tax, plus 16% VAT and 2% income tax — roughly 18% in total. Hybrids: 30% special tax plus 16% VAT and 2% income tax.
  • Authority & certification: Jordan Customs; Bureau of Motor Vehicles and Licensing for technical inspection; Interpol VIN clearance. Vehicles must comply with EU WVTA, US FMVSS or GCC standards. Electric vehicles undergo a dedicated battery safety examination.

Import facts at a glance

Age limitCommercial imports have no strict legal age limit; personal-use imports must not exceed 10 years. From 1 November 2025, electric vehicles older than 3 years (including the clearance year) are prohibited. Hybrid vehicles do not carry the same 3-year rule.
SteeringLeft-hand drive only; right-hand drive vehicles are not permitted.
Import duty & taxesSales tax 16% on all vehicles. Special tax: passenger cars 56%, pickups 30%, vans 30%, trucks under 4.5 tonnes 30%, trucks over 4.5 tonnes 0%, agricultural tractors 0%. Income tax 2%. Electric vehicles: 0% customs duty and 0% special tax, plus 16% VAT and 2% income tax — roughly 18% in total. Hybrids: 30% special tax plus 16% VAT and 2% income tax.
Main ports / entryArrival at the Port of Aqaba by RoRo or container, then transport to the Zarqa Free Zone for inspection, Interpol check, duty assessment and registration.
Authority & certificationJordan Customs; Bureau of Motor Vehicles and Licensing for technical inspection; Interpol VIN clearance. Vehicles must comply with EU WVTA, US FMVSS or GCC standards. Electric vehicles undergo a dedicated battery safety examination.
Required documentsOriginal commercial or purchase invoice, original certificate of title and registration, import customs declaration form, original bill of lading, Pre-Shipment Inspection (PSI) certificate from the country of origin, passport copy for personal imports.

Figures indicative. Jordan applies heavy special tax to petrol passenger cars, much lighter treatment for EVs and hybrids, a 10-year cap for personal-use imports, and from 1 November 2025 a 3-year cap on EVs. PSI in the country of origin is required. Confirm current rates with Jordan Customs. Sources: Jordan Customs (customs.gov.jo); Jordan Standards and Metrology Organization (jsmo.gov.jo). Last reviewed 2026-09.

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Our experience in this region — Middle East

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 across the Middle East, with sea freight to Jebel Ali, Jeddah, Dammam, Sohar, Aqaba, Umm Qasr and Shuaiba, 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, including the pre-shipment certification that several Gulf markets require. We do not operate local offices in the Middle East — every car is sourced and inspected in China before shipment.

FAQ

Can EZ Auto ship cars to the Middle East?
Yes. We export new and used Chinese vehicles to the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Jordan, Iraq and Kuwait, with full export documents and sea freight to the main regional ports. Import clearance is handled by you or a local broker; we supply all paperwork.
What is GCC specification and does my car need it?
GCC specification is the Gulf common standard covering cooling capacity for extreme heat, safety systems, emissions and labelling. Most Gulf markets require imported vehicles to comply, and non-compliant cars may need modification before registration. Because retrofits cost money and time, we confirm the specification of the exact model before you order.
Which Middle East market has the strictest vehicle age limit?
Saudi Arabia and Kuwait are among the strictest, generally capping used passenger cars at 5 years; Oman allows about 7 years for private vehicles. Iraq's rules are in flux, with several sources citing a 2-year cap and a new specification regime expected from 2026. Because these limits are enforced at the port and change periodically, always confirm with the destination customs before shipping.
Do I need pre-shipment certification for the Gulf?
Often yes. Saudi Arabia requires a SASO Certificate of Conformity registered on the SABER platform, and for used vehicles a physical inspection by a SASO-approved body, completed before the vessel departs. Other Gulf markets require certificates of conformity or pre-shipment inspection at origin. We flag the specific certificate your destination needs before you book.
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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