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The General Customs of the Republic of Cuba announced the tariff rates for the importation of vehicles and accessories by individuals and permanent residents within the national territory.
An important clarification is that "the importation of electric or hybrid tricycles by individuals in their capacity as passengers or through shipments, can be carried out once every five years, in accordance with the applicable specific legislation."
Each type of vehicle has an assigned customs value and a detailed payment scheme, which includes tariffs and differentiated services based on the chosen method of importation.
For a sidecar intended for mopeds or motorcycles, the customs value is 100 USD, and from there the remaining payments are detailed according to the modality.
In the case of an electric or hybrid tricycle with more than two seats and additional passenger and cargo capacities, the value rises to 550 USD.
On the other hand, a moped or internal combustion motorcycle of up to 250 cc has a customs value of 850 USD.
Finally, the same type of vehicle with a sidecar included is valued at 950 USD.
Below, we summarize the mentioned tariff information in a table.
Payment of tariffs in dollars for certain imports in Cuba
On January 1, new provisions of Decree-Law 22 of 2020 came into effect, which regulates non-commercial imports, meaning those made by individuals or legal entities for personal consumption or specific use.
According to the new measure, the payment of tariffs in dollars has been imposed on non-commercial imports of certain items.
These modifications primarily affect the payment conditions for customs duties, the calculation methods, and the currency accepted for paying customs fees.
Among the most significant changes was the requirement to pay tariffs in freely convertible currency (MLC), such as the United States dollar (USD), for certain imported products.
Additionally, the possibility of applying specific tariffs based on the quantity of imported products was introduced, rather than calculating only a percentage of their value (ad valorem duty).
Frequently asked questions about the new tariffs for motorcycle imports in Cuba
What are the tariffs for importing motorcycles in Cuba?
The importation of a combustion engine moped or motorcycle of up to 250 cc has a customs value of 850 USD, while the same type of vehicle with an included sidecar is valued at 950 USD. An electric or hybrid tricycle with more than two seats and additional capacity for cargo and passengers is valued at 550 USD.
How often can electric or hybrid tricycles be imported into Cuba?
Electric or hybrid tricycles can be imported once every five years by individuals in their capacity as passengers or through shipments, according to the specific applicable legislation.
What currency should import duties be paid in Cuba?
The import tariffs for certain products in Cuba must be paid in United States Dollars (USD), due to the requirement to use freely convertible currency (MLC) for these transactions starting January 1, 2025, as part of the reforms to Decree-Law 22 of 2020.
What recent changes have been made to the vehicle import regulations in Cuba?
Measures have been introduced to streamline the transfer of vehicle ownership and the importation of electric and fuel-efficient vehicles, with preferential tariffs. Additionally, the importation of electric cars is prioritized, and restricted access to one vehicle every five years is established for individuals.
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