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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Passport
- Residence Visa
- Work Permit
- Proof of Employment
- Letter authorizing Destination Agent to clear shipment
- Detailed Inventory in ENGLISH with values, dated and signed
- Original bill of lading and two copies with price of freight indicated
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- Document for free entry (for diplomats) requires 20 days to be obtained
- CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT FOR CLEARANCE TO AVOID BONDED STORAGE
CHARGES
- All shipments must arrive within six months of Customer's arrival
- Shipments inspected at random
- Customer is to complete Declaration Form
- Original documents must arrive before the shipment
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
- New items
- Foodstuff
- Motor vehicles
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Drugs
- Meat
- Plants
- Firearms (will be held until license obtained - about six months)
- Pornographic Material
- Left hand motor vehicles prohibited
- Alcohol or any other spirits are prohibited and subject to more than 100% tax.
MOTOR VEHICLES
- One auto allowed
- Taxed according to value (if exceeding $5,000) and mileage
DUTIES
For new personal effects:
- 25 percent of the invoice value plus 17.5 percent VAT on electrical items
- 15 percent of the invoice value plus 17.5 percent VAT on computers
For new cars:
- 25 percent of the declared value (invoice is needed) plus 17.5 percent VAT
NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations
applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for
general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since
such regulations are subject to change without notice, cannot be held liable
for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.