How much import duty and VAT on a BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) in Senegal?

Taxes and fees total about $2,140 on a CIF value of $26,676: Import duty BEV exempt $0, Statistical tax + community levies 2.9% $774, TVA BEV exempt $0, Registration fee 2.5% ⚠ $667, Port + customs $700.

What is the landed (DDP) price of a BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) in Senegal?

About $29,266 per car at the ex-works price of $17,850 — see the breakdown above; use the calculator with your own price.

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.

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BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) to Senegal: 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 Senegal, computed by our rules engine — sources and verification dates included.

Example configuration (reference price) · Battery electric

$29,266DDP delivered duty paid · per car· CIF $26,676· Sea/land freight reference $6,500 per car

Cheaper per car when several ship together — quoted per order

Ex-works price	$17,850
+ Export handling (arranged by LandedCar)	$2,114
= FOB	$19,964
+ Freight & insurance (insurance 0.8%)	$6,712
CIF · per car	$26,676
+ Inland transport in destination	$100
DAP · per car	$26,776
+ Import duty BEV exempt	$0
+ Statistical tax + community levies 2.9%	$774
+ TVA BEV exempt	$0
+ Registration fee 2.5% ⚠	$667
+ Port + customs	$700
= Destination taxes and registration fees subtotal	$2,140
+ Service fee (LandedCar)	$350
DDP delivered duty paid · per car	$29,266

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

Can this car get in?

• Age limit 10 years
• Who can import: Individuals and companies can import; a NINEA tax number or a licensed transitaire is required
• BSC cargo tracking note required

Rules and sources

Duty 20% + statistical tax 1% + community levies PCS 1% / PCC 0.5% + COSEC 0.4% + VAT 18% (on CIF + duty); about 45–46% of CIF in total for a used passenger car ↗ verified 2026-09-05
Passenger cars and light vehicles under 3.5 t ≤10 years old, buses and heavy trucks ≤15 years (presidential decree of 2025-10-24, relaxed from 8 years; earlier rule: décrets 2001-72 / 2012-444); right-hand drive banned ↗ verified 2026-09-06
Battery-electric cars exempt from duty, VAT and domestic taxes (continued in the 2026 Finance Law) ↗ verified 2026-09-05

FAQ

BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) price in Senegal: how much does it cost delivered with duties paid?: About $29,266 per car delivered duty paid (DDP) in Senegal, from $19,964 FOB China port (ex-works $17,850). Taxes and fees about $2,140; see the table above and recalculate with your own price.
How much import duty and VAT on a BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) in Senegal?: Taxes and fees total about $2,140 on a CIF value of $26,676: Import duty BEV exempt $0, Statistical tax + community levies 2.9% $774, TVA BEV exempt $0, Registration fee 2.5% ⚠ $667, Port + customs $700.
Can a new BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) be imported and registered in Senegal?: Yes. No blocking rule for a new left-hand-drive car. Rules to know: Age limit 10 years; Who can import: Individuals and companies can import; a NINEA tax number or a licensed transitaire is required; BSC cargo tracking note required
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.

Left-hand drive, RHD banned; passenger cars ≤10 years old (relaxed from 8 in Oct 2025). ICE cars: duty 20% + community levies ~2.9% + VAT 18%, about 45% of CIF; battery-electric cars pay no duty and no VAT, only levies and port charges. Clearance through the Gaïndé 2000 e-system; a BSC cargo tracking note is required.

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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.