How to buy
To import a car from Japan is an easy process and our well-trained staff will make it easier for you to get your favorite vehicle.
Below are the steps that can help you to understand the import procedure:
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REGISTRATION
The first step to buy a vehicle from Nikkyo is to get registered on our website, registration process is very easy and swift.
(New member registration)
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CAR INQUIRY
Once you are registered, you can search a wide variety of vehicles available on our website, select your favorite unit and inquire us about that, you can fill the inquiry form available on our website and our staff will immediately contact you.
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CAR SELECTION AND CONFIRMATION
Once you have selected your favorite unit and confirm about it, you can order for that unit through our website.
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INVOICE AND PAYMENT
You will receive the proforma invoice to make payment, payment is only accepted by Telegraphic transfer from KENYA to our designated banks in Japan, please be noted that we only accept payments made to Japan.
(Important warning about payment)
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SHIPMENT BOOKING AND INSPECTION
Once we receive your payment, we will arrange the vehicle for inspection and earliest shipment and will send you the confirmation about the vessel ETA and ETD.
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CUSTOM AND CLEARANCE
Once the car arrives at port of discharge, that is MOMBASA port for KENYA, after paying all the duties and taxes, you can clear your car and enjoy the ride!
Import Information for Kenya
- RIGHT HAND DRIVE: Only RIGHT-HAND DRIVE vehicles can be imported to Kenya.
- YEAR RESTRICTION: For Kenya, cars can be imported which are not older than 7 years after first registration year, and there should not be a gap of more than 1 year, between registration year and manufacturing year.
- SHIPPING FOR KENYA: For Kenya, the most common shipment method is RO-RO shipment.
- INSPECTION: QISJ and EAA are the inspections used for Kenya.
- CUSTOM DOCUMENTS: There are some documents, needs to be provided for Kenyan custom clearance, such as Bill of lading, Inspection certificate, Proforma invoice, KRA PIN, IDF form. For more details, please contact port authorities in Kenya.
- CFS: There are several Container freight stations in Kenya to be used for import purposes.
Nikkyo Kenya Agent
IMPORTANT NOTICE
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- All exact payment for all deals must be transferred & paid directly to Nikkyo in Japan.
- Nikkyo will not be responsible if the fund was not directly transferred to Nikkyo in Japan and in the case it is missing or any trouble/ incident occurred.
Bank Information
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Frequently Asked Questions
QIs there any cost to get registered with Nikkyo?
No, there is no cost to get registered with Nikkyo, registration is absolutely free.
QWhat are the payments method accepted by Nikkyo?
Nikkyo only accepts payment by telegraphic transfer to be made to our designated bank account in Japan.
QCan payment be made to local offices in Kenya?
No, payment cannot be made with in Kenya, it should be only made by Telegraphic transfer to Japan.
QHow long does it take to reach a car at Mombasa port?
It takes around 4-5 weeks from Japan to reach at Mombasa port.
QDo the cars meet the criteria set for import in Kenya?
Yes, all the cars are carefully purchased from auction and then they go through the inspection before shipment, if they don’t meet the criteria for Kenyan standards, they cannot be exported.