The Ministry of Commerce, a subsidiary of the State Administration Commission of Myanmar, recently issued a circular order on the 2024 vehicle import regulations, numbered 80 2023, dated December 21, 2023. The Circular clarifies the import requirements and restrictions for all types of vehicles in 2024.
First of all, for passenger cars, only vehicles produced between 2023 and 2024 are allowed to be imported. Secondly, for commercial vehicles, including vans and buses, only vehicles produced between 2020 and 2024 are allowed to be imported. For special vehicles such as fire trucks and ambulances, only vehicles produced between 2015 and 2024 are allowed to be imported.
In addition, for mechanical vehicles, such as excavators, cranes, etc., only mechanical vehicles produced between 2015 and 2024 are allowed to be imported, and these vehicles must be left-hand drive models. It is worth noting that for construction machinery that is not used on public roads, such as forklifts and rollers, construction machinery produced in 2010 and before can be imported.
Finally, the general order clearly states that the import regulations issued this time are only for the regular and normal issuance of annual vehicle import regulations in accordance with the rules and regulations and the procedures of previous years. This means that there has been no change in the policy on vehicle imports, which is still implemented in accordance with the current policy.
Overall, the Decree aims to regulate and regulate the vehicle import market, ensure that imported vehicles comply with relevant regulations and standards, and ensure public safety and the smooth operation of road transport. By clarifying the import requirements and restrictions for various types of vehicles, it provides clear guidance for relevant enterprises and industries, which helps to promote the orderly development of the market.