Excavators Delivered to Papua New Guinea
Excavators enter Papua New Guinea duty free under PNG Customs' tariff schedule. GST still applies at 10%.
| Charge | Rate |
|---|---|
| Import duty (HS 8429.52) | Free |
| GST | 10% |
- Currently listed
- 24 machines
- Size range
- 5.4 to 39.7 t
- From
- NZ$68,000
A rare saving
Duty can add plenty to the landed cost elsewhere. This excavator class is duty free as of September 2026. Confirm with your customs broker before you commit. PNG duty schedule, PNG GST.
Prices on this site are in New Zealand dollars. We clean and inspect every machine before shipping. Duty and GST are paid in Papua New Guinea kina.
Prices in NZD. NZ GST does not apply to exports; local taxes apply at your end.
How buying works
- 01Inquire. Choose your machine and send us a message or give us a call. We'll get back to you as soon as we can.
- 02Confirmation. We check the digger's availability against your requirements, including any customisation you've asked for, and confirm how long it will take to get it to you.
- 0310% deposit. A holding deposit of 10% secures the machine before we ship it. Total time is typically 6 to 8 weeks from deposit to arrival at your door, confirmed with you in person and in writing.
- 04Balance on delivery. Pay the remaining 90% when we hand the machine over.
Frequently asked questions
Do I pay import duty on an excavator in Papua New Guinea?
No. This excavator class enters duty free under PNG Customs' HS 2022 Tariff Act (September 2026, confirm with your broker). PNG duty schedule.
What GST applies to an imported excavator?
10%, administered by PNG's Internal Revenue Commission (September 2026, confirm with your broker). PNG GST.
Which port will my excavator arrive at?
Lae or Port Moresby (Motukea), depending on where your site is. Ask us about getting it to your site when you enquire on a machine.
Who handles quarantine on arrival?
NAQIA. A customs broker usually manages the rest of the border agencies for you. We run the same process into Fiji. NAQIA.
What else should I check before buying?
See Caterpillar excavators if you're weighing brands, and what determines a used excavator's price before you commit.