Import a car from Japan to Malaysia
Malaysia drives on the left, but used-car imports are tightly controlled and need an Approved Permit (AP). We help experienced importers and AP holders source RHD units at the auctions and ship to Port Klang.
A controlled market — for AP holders and specialists
What Malaysia requires
Malaysia protects its domestic industry, so used-car imports are restricted and require an Approved Permit (AP) obtained before the car reaches port. Under MITI's Open AP policy, reconditioned passenger cars must generally be 1–5 years old from first registration. This page is for AP holders and specialist importers.
Approved Permit (AP)
Importing a used car into Malaysia requires an AP (JK69) issued by MITI, obtained before the vehicle reaches port. Without one, used imports are not permitted.
Right-hand drive
Malaysia drives on the left and uses RHD cars — the Japanese auctions match by default. JPJ/VTA compliance still applies on arrival.
Open AP age band: 1–5 years
MITI's Open AP policy generally limits reconditioned passenger cars to between one and five years old from first registration. Budget carefully and confirm eligibility and the landed total with a licensed forwarder.
AP, duty & excise at your end. Malaysian import duty and excise on cars are high, and an Approved Permit is required. These are handled locally and are not in the JapanAuc landed cost — confirm eligibility and rates with MITI / Royal Malaysian Customs.
How to import to Malaysia with JapanAuc
Register & set a budget
Sign up free and place a refundable deposit. Tell us your target model and budget, and that it’s headed to Malaysia.
Find eligible cars
For AP holders, we filter the auctions to eligible RHD units and translate the auction sheet so you bid with confidence.
Win & inspect
We bid on your behalf. On winning, the car moves to our yard for real yard-in photos and export preparation.
Pay the balance invoice
After you’ve seen the yard-in photos, settle the balance (hammer price + commission + export + freight) by bank transfer, Wise or PayPal.
Export & ship
We complete export deregistration, book RoRo or a container to Port Klang, and send you the Bill of Lading and full document pack.
Clear at Port Klang
Your Malaysian licensed forwarder pays the import duty and excise and registers the car with the JPJ. We help with any document you need.
Osaka · Kobe
Japan → Port Klang
Cars for Malaysia sail by RoRo or in a container from Yokohama, Nagoya, Osaka or Kobe to Port Klang.
Models buyers ask for
Toyota Vellfire
A recon-market favorite among AP holders.
Toyota Alphard
Premium people-carrier in constant demand.
Honda Civic Type R
Performance icon sought by enthusiasts.
Honda Vezel
Popular compact SUV for the recon scene.
Your JapanAuc landed cost to Port Klang
Everything JapanAuc charges is in Japanese yen and transparent: the hammer price you win at, our commission (flat ¥35,000 up to ¥1,000,000, then 3.5%), the Export Package (auction-house fee + inland transport + export handling), then ocean freight. Added up, that’s your CIF Port Klang price.
The Approved Permit, import duty and excise are handled and paid locally in Malaysia — not part of our quote. Use the calculator for a live CIF figure, then add your local clearing costs.
Importing to Malaysia — common questions
No. Used-car imports are restricted and require an Approved Permit (AP / JK69) from MITI, obtained before the vehicle reaches port. This page is aimed at AP holders and specialist importers.
Under MITI's Open AP policy, reconditioned passenger cars must generally be between one and five years old from first registration. We check every lot against the current band before bidding.
Yes — Malaysia drives on the left and uses RHD vehicles, matching Japan. JPJ/VTA compliance still applies on arrival.
Import duty and excise on cars are high and are paid locally. Confirm the full landed total with a licensed Malaysian forwarder before bidding.
Roughly 10–15 days to Port Klang by RoRo or container.
Ready to import your car to Malaysia?
Register free, tell us your model, and we’ll find eligible cars at the source.