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🇮🇳 Importing a vehicle into India

Used vehicle imports restricted to under 3 years old. New vehicles attract 60-100% combined customs duty + GST. RHD market — LHD imports require special permit + state RTO approval.

Headline rules

Age limit
3 years
Emission standard
BS-VI (Bharat Stage VI)
RHD allowed
Yes
Personal-import allowance
Returning expats only under Transfer of Residence; new vehicles attract 100%+ duty

Last verified 2026-04-28.

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