{"id":33306,"date":"2026-08-06T06:27:55","date_gmt":"2026-08-06T06:27:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.everycar.jp\/blog\/?p=33306"},"modified":"2026-08-06T06:27:55","modified_gmt":"2026-08-06T06:27:55","slug":"how-to-calculate-total-import-cost-to-papua-new-guinea","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.everycar.jp\/blog\/how-to-calculate-total-import-cost-to-papua-new-guinea\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Calculate Total Import Cost to Papua New Guinea"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The Cheapest Truck Is Not Always the Lowest-Cost Import<\/h2>\n

When importing a Japanese used truck into Papua New Guinea (PNG), many buyers focus only on the purchase price. However, the total import cost includes several additional expenses that appear before the truck reaches its final destination. Ocean freight, customs-related charges, inland transport, and local registration all affect your budget. Buyers shipping through Lae Port or Motukea Port (Port Moresby) should calculate every cost before placing an order to avoid unexpected expenses.<\/p>\n

A complete cost estimate allows businesses to compare trucks more accurately and choose the vehicle that offers the best long-term value rather than simply the lowest selling price.<\/p>\n

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Step 1: Start with the FOB Vehicle Price<\/h2>\n

The first part of your budget is the FOB (Free on Board) price in Japan.<\/p>\n

The FOB price generally includes the vehicle itself and export preparation before loading onto the vessel.<\/p>\n

The purchase price varies depending on:<\/p>\n