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How to Import a Chinese EV to Kazakhstan (2026)
What you need to know before importing a new or used Chinese EV to Kazakhstan: import rules, duties and taxes, homologation, ports, shipping from China and the documents to prepare.
At a glance
- Import of new cars
- Allowed with restrictions
- Import of used cars
- Allowed with restrictions
- Age limit for used cars
- Five years for a car imported by an individual, under the rules in force since 28 September 2026.
- Duties and taxes
- Since 1 January 2026, Kazakhstan's standard VAT rate is 16%, and it applies to imports.
- Homologation and standards
- Registration requires an EAEU vehicle type approval (for vehicles under three years old imported by companies from outside the EAEU) or a vehicle design safety certificate (for example, vehicles imported by individuals for their own use).
- Driving side
- Right-hand traffic (left-hand drive cars)
- Ports of entry
- Khorgos (rail and road), Dostyk–Alashankou (rail)
- Shipping from China
- 10–18 days at sea
- Documents required
- 6 main documents
- Dealers listed
- 0
Dealers in Kazakhstan
No Zeekr dealership in Kazakhstan is listed in our directory yet. Importing may be the only way to buy some models.
Import of new cars to Kazakhstan
Only dealers appointed by the car manufacturers are permitted to import new cars, and an individual can import only one vehicle per year.
Sources · verified October 16, 2026
Import of used cars to Kazakhstan
Since 28 September 2026, an individual can get the registration documents (electronic vehicle passport and SBKTS safety certificate) only for a car no more than five years old, imported under a passenger customs declaration, and only for one car a year.
- Individuals must obtain the recycling fee certificate before the car is released into free circulation.
Sources · verified October 29, 2026
Age limit for used cars to Kazakhstan
Five years for a car imported by an individual, under the rules in force since 28 September 2026.
- Duty for a car up to three years old depends on its value; older cars are charged by engine size and age.
Sources · verified October 29, 2026
Import duties and taxes in Kazakhstan
Since 1 January 2026, Kazakhstan's standard VAT rate is 16%, and it applies to imports.
| Tax | Rate or amount |
|---|---|
| VAT on imports | 16% (from 1 January 2026) |
Sources · verified October 16, 2026
Homologation and standards
Registration requires an EAEU vehicle type approval (for vehicles under three years old imported by companies from outside the EAEU) or a vehicle design safety certificate (for example, vehicles imported by individuals for their own use).
Sources · verified October 16, 2026
Left-hand or right-hand drive?
Kazakhstan drives on the right.
Sources · verified October 16, 2026
Ports of entry in Kazakhstan
Kazakhstan is landlocked. Cars from China arrive by rail or truck, mainly through the Khorgos crossing, where KTZ Express runs the Khorgos Gateway terminal, or through Alashankou–Dostyk.
- Khorgos (rail and road)
- Dostyk–Alashankou (rail)
Documents required
Documents for a car imported by an individual for personal use, according to the press.
- Coupon confirming the border crossing
- Vehicle design safety certificate (SBKTS)
- Waybill or CMR consignment note, if any
- Invoice, if any
- Recycling fee certificate, obtained before release
- Passenger customs declaration
Shipping a car from China to Kazakhstan
An exporter's 2026 guide gives 12 to 18 days door to door by rail and 10 to 15 days by truck, and about $2,800 to $3,200 per car by rail before customs brokerage and last-mile delivery.
- Indicative transit time10–18 days
- Indicative freight cost2,800–3,200
Sources · verified October 29, 2026
Buy locally or import?
| Criteria | Local dealer | Import from China |
|---|---|---|
| Availability | No dealer listed yet | Models sold in China, if they meet local rules |
| Taxes | Included in the dealer price | Paid at customs (see above) |
| Delivery time | Depends on dealer stock | About 10–18 days at sea, plus clearance |
| Paperwork | Handled by the dealer | Customs, homologation and registration |
Zeekr prices in China
| Model | China price |
|---|---|
| Zeekr X | $24,000 – $27,100 |
| Zeekr 7X | $35,400 – $41,500 |
| Zeekr 7GT | $31,400 – $37,500 |
| Zeekr 001 | $41,500 – $56,200 |
| Zeekr 007 | $31,400 – $37,500 |
| Zeekr 009 | $67,700 – $72,300 |
China prices are ranges from the cheapest to the dearest version, based on China prices and exporter quotes (November 2026), with a small margin. Freight, insurance, duties and taxes are extra. Compare Zeekr prices by region.
Xiaomi prices in China
| Model | China price |
|---|---|
| Xiaomi SU7 | $33,900 – $46,800 |
| Xiaomi SU7 Ultra | $81,500 |
| Xiaomi YU7 | $35,900 – $50,800 |
| Xiaomi YU7 GT | $60,000 |
China prices are ranges from the cheapest to the dearest version, based on China prices and exporter quotes (November 2026), with a small margin. Freight, insurance, duties and taxes are extra. Compare Xiaomi prices by region.
How to import a Chinese EV to Kazakhstan, step by step
- 1
Check that your car can be imported
New cars: Allowed with restrictions. Used cars: Allowed with restrictions. Five years for a car imported by an individual, under the rules in force since 28 September 2026.
- 2
Choose the model and the right steering side
Right-hand traffic (left-hand drive cars). Make sure the car you buy matches it.
- 3
Estimate the landed cost
Add the purchase price, export fees, sea freight, insurance, import duty, taxes and registration costs before you commit.
- 4
Ship the car
Main ports of entry: Khorgos (rail and road), Dostyk–Alashankou (rail). Expect about 10–18 days at sea from China.
- 5
Clear customs
Prepare the documents listed above and pay the duties and taxes at clearance.
- 6
Homologate and register
Registration requires an EAEU vehicle type approval (for vehicles under three years old imported by companies from outside the EAEU) or a vehicle design safety certificate (for example, vehicles imported by individuals for their own use).
FAQ: importing an electric car to Kazakhstan
Can I import a new Chinese EV to Kazakhstan as an individual?
Only dealers appointed by the car manufacturers may import new cars, and an individual can import only one vehicle per year.
What VAT applies to an imported car in Kazakhstan?
16%, the standard rate since 1 January 2026, which also applies to imports.
What certificate is needed to register an imported Chinese EV in Kazakhstan?
An EAEU vehicle type approval or a vehicle design safety certificate, depending on who imports the car and how old it is.