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The car leasing process in South Africa may seem intimidating to foreigners. However, as with everything in life, preparation is the key to success!
By following our 5-Step process, the car leasing process will be much easier to navigate!
1. Have Your Documents Ready!
The good news is that there are leasing companies in South Africa who specialize in assisting foreign professionals with financing their vehicles. To move forward, you will need to provide them with the following documents:
• Completed finance application
• Copy of passport with photo and work visa
• Copy of a valid driver’s license
• Letter of employment stating salary, term, and allowances
2. Driver’s License Rules in South Africa
To drive a motor vehicle in South Africa requires a valid international driving license, and the valid foreign driving license from your home country must also be carried. The international driving license can be applied for at any police station in your home country
How to Exchange your foreign driver’s license / Reciprocity Agreements
Your foreign driving license will be converted if:
What you should do
Please see more details on the website of the South African Government
Note: Information may not be up-to-date. Please check official government information for the latest laws and regulations.
3. Know What You Want and Your Budget
How long do you need the car?
Car leasing in South Africa typically starts at 12 months. Usually, the longer the lease term, the lower the monthly payments
What is your budget?
The first thing any car leasing specialist will ask you is, “What is your budget?” For this reason, it’s good to have an idea of what you are willing to spend on your monthly car payments.
When do you need the car?
Usually, the more flexible you are with your car selection, the faster you can obtain your lease. Many times, vehicle providers have popular cars in stock that could be available on short notice. On the other hand, if you opt for a factory-ordered vehicle of a make not common in South Africa, you could be in for a long wait.
Delivery times vary considerably fornew cars, and you want to be out in good time to ensure that you can get the car you want at your desired time. The usual process time is one to two weeks if the car is available in stock.
4. The Terms and Conditions
Usually, there is no down payment at the start of the lease. Maintenance, service, repairs, and tires may be included.
Auto Insurance
Insurance is usually included in South Africa. Make sure to read the print in small to make sure you and the passengers are covered in case of an accident. Also, find out how much you’re expected to pay in the event of an accident or damage to the car.
Terminating the lease early
If you have to return your vehicle earlier than expected, the lease agreement will state exactly how any remaining payments or penalties are calculated. So be sure to consider the termination terms when comparing offers.
Vehicle registration
The leasing company will handle the vehicle registration as part of its service.
5. Expat Specialized Car Leasing Company
A company that can assist is ExpatRide International. They have experience with assisting expats across the globe and serving many Fortune 1000 companies’ employees in South Africa
ExpatRide can assist with most vehicle makes and models available in South Africa, such as: Audi, Bentley, BMW, Chrysler, Ferrari, Fiat, Ford, Genesis, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Jeep, Kia, Lamborghini, Lancia, Land Rover, Lexus, Lotus, Maserati, Mazda, Mercedes Benz, Mini, Mitsubishi, MG, Nissan, Opel, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Rolls-Royce, Skoda, Smart, Subaru, Suzuki, Tesla, Toyota, Volkswagen, Volvo
They service all areas of South Africa such as: Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg, Soweto, Pretoria, Port Elizabeth, Pietermaritzburg, Benoni, Tembisa, East London and the list goes on…
Please visit our South Africa page for more information on how the local expat car leasing process works and local practical information. Learn more about our services in South Africa …
Need assistance with leasing a car? Let ExpatRide lead the way
Contact us at CARS@ExpatRide.com for more information or visit https://www.expatride.com/countries/south-africa-expat-car-services/
All major cities and all smaller cities, we’ll be there for you:
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