Harare lifts ban on old vehicle imports

The Zimbabwean Government has lifted the ban on importation of cars older than 10 years. In a notice in the Government Gazette, authorities say vehicles can now be brought into the country if they meet certain criteria. These include inherited cars and those of returning citizens and diplomats. Government emphasised that vehicles purchased before the new law was promulgated must be registered within 30 days. ‘The said motor vehicle should be below ten (10) years upon completion of all Zimbabwe Revenue Authority clearance processes. Import licences will not be processed or issued for used motor vehicles purchased and consigned after the promulgation of the law even in cases of delays with any authority,’ it states.