Vehicles imported to Syria are assessed differently from regular goods — duties are calculated as a percentage of the invoice value (ad valorem), not by weight.
Vehicle Customs Duty Rates 2026
| Vehicle Type | HS Code | Duty Rate | Example ($20,000) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pure Electric (EV) | 8703.80 | 10% | $2,000 |
| Petrol / Diesel | 8703.22-33 | 20% | $4,000 |
| Hybrid | 8703.40-60 | 20% | $4,000 |
| Armored | 8703.23.90 | 40% | $8,000 |
| Ambulance | 8703.23.10 | 10% | $2,000 |
Trucks and Heavy Vehicles
Unlike passenger cars, trucks (HS 8704), buses (HS 8702), and tractors (HS 8701) are taxed by weight per tonne, not by invoice value. Yazan calculates these automatically.
Important Notes
- The invoice value must reflect the actual purchase price
- Used vehicles are assessed at market value, not purchase price
- Electric vehicles benefit from the lower 10% rate to encourage EV adoption
Calculate before buying: Use Yazan to calculate the exact customs duty so you know the true total cost when the car arrives in Syria.
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