Import Tax Quick Facts
The short version: import duty is based on the vehicle value, fuel type, shipping, customs processing, and local import requirements.
CIF Value
Import duty is based on the vehicle cost plus insurance and freight.
Fuel Type Matters
Gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and pickup types can use different duty rates.
AWG Quote
Our quote generator estimates the total in Aruba florins.
Client Portal
Track CAP, vessel, DHL documents, and invoices online.
Estimated Import Duty Rates
These are the duty rates used inside our quote flow for clear estimated pricing.
Gasoline / Diesel
Most standard fuel vehicles use the 39% estimated import duty rate.
Hybrid Vehicles
Hybrid vehicles use the lower 19% estimated import duty rate.
Single-Cab Pickup
Single-cab pickups may use the 12% estimated duty rate.
Full Electric
Full electric vehicles are currently not supported in our public quote flow.
How The Quote Is Built
Estimated AWG Quote Flow
Why We Keep It Simple
Instead of forcing clients to manually calculate every separate import item, our quote generator presents one clear estimated total using the vehicle information available.
C.A.P. Tracking
C.A.P. means Car Arrival Progress. It helps clients follow the important import stages from purchase to local handover.
Shipment Booked
Vessel assignment and shipment movement are confirmed.
Vessel Departed
Your vehicle leaves Japan, South Korea, or Singapore.
Vessel Arrived
Arrival is handled through Oranjestad Port in Aruba.
Customs Cleared
Import duty and local clearance steps are completed.
Ready For Pickup
The vehicle is cleared and ready for final handover.
Required Documents
Invoice
Issued by Be Forward Japan and used during the import process.
Bill Of Lading
Shipping document used to identify the vehicle and shipment.
Export Certificate
Vehicle export/title documentation used for clearance support.
C.A.P. Link
Tracking reference shown through the client portal when available.
Client Provides
Government ID
Required for local verification and customs support.
Persoonsnummer
Required for Aruba customs and import processing.
Proof Of Payment
May be requested during customs or document verification.
Active Contact Info
Keep WhatsApp and email active so updates are not missed.
Customs & Pickup Flow
After arrival, the vehicle still needs local clearance and handover steps before pickup.
Import Timeline
- Vehicle quote is generated and reviewed.
- Vehicle is reserved and purchased from Be Forward Japan.
- Shipping and C.A.P. tracking information becomes available.
- Documents are prepared and sent through the process.
- Local customs clearance steps are completed.
- Vehicle is handed over in Aruba after clearance.
Important Notes
- Final customs charges can depend on government assessment.
- Shipping schedules may change due to vessel or port conditions.
- Storage charges may apply if local steps are delayed.
- The client portal helps keep documents and updates organized.
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