Import Chinese EVs — country by country
Every market below is left-hand-drive and open to China-origin EVs. Each guide covers import duty, EV incentives, age limits, ports and the best-value models.
Import EVs to Mexico
Import duty on EVs is generally low, plus IVA (VAT) and ISAN where applicable.
Import EVs to Israel
Reduced purchase tax for EVs has driven very high adoption; standard VAT applie…
Import EVs to Kazakhstan
EAEU customs duty plus a recycling (utilization) fee; VAT applies.
Import EVs to Chile
Chile has one of the most open import regimes — low duty and a straightforward …
Import EVs to United Arab Emirates
Flat 5% customs duty plus 5% VAT; free zones allow re-export.
Import EVs to Brazil
Import duty on EVs is rising on a published schedule; plus IPI, ICMS and PIS/CO…
Import EVs to Peru
Low import duty and 18% IGV (VAT); RHD conversions are banned, so LHD is requir…
Import EVs to Colombia
Colombia offers reduced tariff and VAT incentives for electric vehicles.
Import EVs to Russia
Customs duty plus a recycling fee; China is now the dominant source of imported…
Import EVs to Saudi Arabia
Flat 5% customs duty plus 15% VAT; SASO conformity required.