Mercedes-Benz EQT import duty in Ghana
Importing a Mercedes-Benz EQT into Ghana? Here's exactly what the GRA charges — import duty, VAT and every levy — with a worked example and a way to calculate your precise cost.
Full duty & tax breakdown
Ghana charges duty on the CIF value (Cost + Insurance + Freight) of the vehicle. Here's the complete stack for a Mercedes-Benz EQT, shown against an illustrative CIF of GH₵ 410,000:
| Charge | Rate | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Import Duty | 5% of CIF | GH₵ 20,500 |
| NHIL | 2.5% | GH₵ 10,763 |
| GETFund | 2.5% | GH₵ 10,763 |
| VAT | 15% | GH₵ 64,575 |
| ECOWAS Levy | 0.5% | GH₵ 2,050 |
| EXIM Levy | 0.75% | GH₵ 3,075 |
| Special Import Levy | 2% | GH₵ 8,200 |
| AU Levy | 0.2% | GH₵ 820 |
| Examination Fee | 1% | GH₵ 4,100 |
| Total duties & taxes | ~30.4% | GH₵ 124,845 |
Illustrative only. Figures exclude the Network Charge and fixed ICUMS processing fees, and assume a vehicle 10 years old or newer (no age penalty). Your exact duty depends on the engine size, year, fuel type and CIF.
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How duty is calculated on the Mercedes-Benz EQT
Import duty depends on the vehicle type, engine size and fuel. For a van / bus, petrol engines up to 1000cc are dutied at 5%, 1001–3000cc at 10%, and above 3000cc at 20% (diesel bands differ). After duty, VAT of 15% is applied to the duty-inclusive value, alongside NHIL and GETFund at 2.5% each. Smaller levies (ECOWAS, AU, EXIM, Special Import Levy) and an examination fee are charged on the CIF.
Vehicles older than 10 years also attract an age penalty that increases with age — a major cost for used imports, and one the calculator handles automatically.
Frequently asked questions
How much is the import duty on a Mercedes-Benz EQT in Ghana?
Import duty on a Mercedes-Benz EQT (treated as a van / bus) is charged at 5% of the CIF value for a typical 2500cc diesel engine. On top of duty you pay VAT (15%), NHIL (2.5%), GETFund (2.5%) and several smaller GRA levies. For an illustrative CIF of GH₵ 410,000, total duties and taxes come to roughly GH₵ 124,845 — about 30.4% of the CIF. Your exact figure depends on the engine size, age, fuel type and CIF, so use the calculator for a precise breakdown.
What taxes are charged when importing a Mercedes-Benz EQT?
Import Duty, VAT (15%), NHIL (2.5%), GETFund (2.5%), ECOWAS Levy (0.5%), African Union Levy (0.2%), EXIM Levy (0.75%), Special Import Levy (2%), an Examination Fee (1%), plus the Network Charge and fixed processing fees collected through ICUMS.
Does the age of the Mercedes-Benz EQT affect the duty?
Yes. Vehicles over 10 years old attract an age penalty (overage charge) on top of the standard duties, rising with age. A vehicle 10 years old or newer pays no penalty. The calculator applies the correct penalty band automatically based on the year.