Mauritius - Apply for Duty Remission on a Motor Car

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Procedure

Apply In-Person:

1. To Apply for Duty Remission on a Motor Car in person, the applicant has to approach the Mauritius Revenue Authority Contact link or Contact link
2. The applicant must download the application form from this website link or the applicant can get the application form from the relevant authority.
3. The applicant must fill in an application form and submit it along with other relevant documents such as proof of ownership, registration number, insurance and identity documents.
4. The applicant has to fill in the relevant application form, which can be found online or at the Mauritius Revenue Authority.
5. The applicant must present proof of identity, such as a valid National Identity Card, or a valid passport and they can be found under the “Required Document” section of this page.
6. The applicant must also provide supporting documents to prove that the motor car is for their personal use.
7. The applicant must submit the completed form, along with all supporting documents, to the Mauritius Revenue Authority.
8. The Mauritius Revenue Authority will then assess the application and decide whether the duty remission is granted or not.
9. If the duty remission is granted, the applicant will be informed accordingly.
10. The applicant has to pay the duty and the remission amount will be refunded.
11. A fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority’s request.
12. Once the duty is paid, the applicant will receive a duty remission certificate which will be valid for a period of one year.
13. If the duty remission is not granted, the applicant can appeal against the decision.
14. Generally, the concession application can take up to six weeks to be processed. The processing time may be shorter or longer depending on the number of applications received and the complexity of the case.

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Required Documents

• Completed application form
• Original invoice/receipt of the motor car
• Original bill of lading
• Manufacturer’s certificate of origin
• Certificate of conformity
• Insurance policy
• Registration document
• Proof of residence
• Valid passport
• Valid driving license
• Proof of payment of required taxes and duties

Office Locations & Contacts

Mauritius Revenue Authority
Tax Administration -+ 230 207 6000 - [email protected]
Custom House - Head Office - +230 202 0500 / 01 - [email protected]
Customs - SSR Arrival - +230 637 6446 - [email protected]
Customs - PATS - +230 603 2200 / 6800 - [email protected]
Contact link or Contact link
MRA Help Desk on 207 6000 is available during office hours from 08 45 to 16 30 on working days to assist employers to file their ROE.

Eligibility

• In Mauritius, individuals who are registered as disabled persons with the Ministry of Social Security are eligible for duty remission on motor cars.
• In addition, individuals with a disability of at least 50% or more, as certified by a doctor, may also be eligible for duty remission.

Fees

• A fee for this procedure has to be paid as per the authority’s request.

Validity

• The validity period for Duty Remission on a Motor Car is 12 months from the date of registration.

Documents to Use

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• Generally, the concession application can take up to six weeks to be processed. The processing time may be shorter or longer depending on the number of applications received and the complexity of the case.

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Instructions

• To Apply for Duty Remission on a Motor Car in person, the applicant has to approach the Mauritius Revenue Authority.
• The applicant must fill in an application form and submit it along with other relevant documents such as proof of ownership, registration number, insurance and identity documents.
• The applicant must also submit a completed duty remission application form and the applicable fee.
• The applicant must also provide supporting documents to prove that the motor car is for their personal use.
• The Mauritius Revenue Authority will then assess the application and decide whether the duty remission is granted or not.
• If the duty remission is granted, the applicant will be informed accordingly. The applicant then has to pay the duty and the remission amount will be refunded.

Required Information

• Name of Applicant
• Address
• National Identity Card/Passport Number
• Contact Information (telephone and/or email)
• Registration Number of Motor Car
• Type of Motor Car
• Date of Purchase
• Amount Paid for the Motor Car
• Details of any Other Vehicle/s Owned
• Intended Use of the Motor Car
• Reason for Applying for Duty Remission
• Declaration of Truthfulness and Accuracy of the Information Provided

Need for the Document

• Duty remission on a motor car in Mauritius is necessary to ensure that citizens have access to affordable and reliable transportation.
• Duty remission helps to reduce the cost of purchasing a vehicle which is especially beneficial for low-income earners.
• It also encourages more people to purchase a motor car, which in turn increases the revenue of the government from taxes on sales and registration.
• Moreover, duty remission helps maintain a healthy automotive industry, creating jobs and helping the economy.

Information which might help

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Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

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