The short answer
7AS Trust clears imported vehicles at Tema Port for individuals, dealers and fleet owners. Send us the VIN, year and engine size before you buy and we will estimate duty, check age-related penalties and restrictions, then clear the vehicle on ICUMS and hand over release documents for DVLA registration.
Check before you buy
Customs values vehicles from the original new price for the make, model and year, depreciated by up to 50% for age, not from what you paid at auction. Vehicles older than ten years pay an overage penalty. From 1 October 2026, used vehicles need a GSA Certificate of Conformance, and those over 15 years old or damaged by flood, fire or to the chassis are refused. A two-minute check with us can save a costly surprise.
What we need
- VIN (chassis number), make, model, year and engine capacity
- Bill of lading
- Title or registration document from the exporting country
- Purchase invoice
- Your Ghana Card or TIN
From ship to road
- Duty estimate from the VIN
- Entry lodged on ICUMS after the RoRo or container arrives
- Valuation, duty payment and examination
- Release from the terminal
- Release documents handed over for DVLA registration, and delivery if required
More detail in our vehicle clearance guide.
Frequently asked questions
Can you estimate duty before I buy the car?
Yes. Send the VIN, year and engine size and we will estimate duty and flag any age-related penalties.
How long does vehicle clearance take?
Usually a few working days once the vessel has discharged and documents are complete.
Do you clear vehicles shipped in containers?
Yes, both RoRo and containerised vehicles.
