← Importing a car from China to Côte d'Ivoire: full landed-cost guide 2026

BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) to Côte d'Ivoire: what it costs landed

Reference ex-works price $17,850 (EXW, new car). Below: every step from the dealer's yard to a registered car in Côte d'Ivoire, computed by our rules engine — sources and verification dates included.

Example configuration (reference price) · Battery electric

RoRo, several cars together: about $1,900–2,600 per car · 3–4 cars sharing a container: about $2,100–3,000 per car

Recalculate with your own price → Reference price — change it in the calculator

Can this car get in?

• • Age limit 5 years
• • Who can import: Individuals and companies can import; a SYDAM Auto file is required before loading, individuals usually use a transitaire
• • Age counts from first registration
• • File on SYDAM Auto before loading

Rules and sources

• Duty 20% (passenger cars, ECOWAS common external tariff) + statistical tax 1% + community levies PCS 0.8% / ECOWAS 0.5% / AU 0.2% + VAT 18% (on CIF + duty); excise 10% for ≥13 fiscal hp ↗ verified 2026-09-05
• Passenger cars / taxis ≤5 years old (from first registration), minibuses and trucks ≤5 t 7 years, buses and heavy trucks 10 years (décret 2017-792, adopted 2017-12-06, enforced from 2018-07-01); violations fined XOF 2,000,000 with re-export or destruction ↗ official 2026-09-06
• A SYDAM Auto file (four-side photos + VIN + odometer) must be created before loading — it is a precondition for shipment ↗ official 2026-09-05

FAQ

BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) price in Côte d'Ivoire: how much does it cost delivered with duties paid?

About $37,434 per car delivered duty paid (DDP) in Côte d'Ivoire, from $19,964 FOB China port (ex-works $17,850). Taxes and fees about $12,325; see the table above and recalculate with your own price.

How much import duty and VAT on a BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) in Côte d'Ivoire?

Taxes and fees total about $12,325 on a CIF value of $24,660: Import duty 20% $4,932, Statistical tax + community levies 2.5% $616, TVA 18% $5,326, Port + customs $700, Registration fee $750.

Can a new BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) be imported and registered in Côte d'Ivoire?

Yes. No blocking rule for a new left-hand-drive car. Rules to know: Age limit 5 years; Who can import: Individuals and companies can import; a SYDAM Auto file is required before loading, individuals usually use a transitaire; Age counts from first registration; File on SYDAM Auto before loading

Who handles shipping and customs?

The quote identifies the seller and the party responsible for export. For FOB, the buyer appoints the freight forwarder; for CIF, LandedCar arranges and quotes sea freight and insurance. Destination customs clearance and registration are handled by the buyer or a service provider they choose.

BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) in other countries

Other models to Côte d'Ivoire

Indicative figures: exchange rates, freight and tax rules change; what customs actually charges and the quote LandedCar confirms prevail. Free and not a basis for refunds or claims — see Terms.