DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Original passport for customer and his family
Itemized valued inventory
List all electrical items separately, stating brand, model and serial number
Form A obtained from Customs at airport of arrival
Returning residents and foreigners also require:
Transfer of Residence Form
Certificate of employer
Ensure customer's name written on all packages and documents is the same as shown in his/her passport
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
CUSTOMER MUST BE IN BANGLADESH AT THE TIME OF CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
Household goods and personal effects must arrive within six months of Customer
Personal effects, household goods and electronic/electrical goods for non-privileged shipments are subject to duty, tax and VAT
Do not mix household goods and personal effects with commercial goods. Office furniture, stationary and office machinery are considered commercial goods.
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
Alcohol, tobacco and food
Hunting guns are permitted with proper and prior declaration
Antiques, sterling silver and gold should be declared to facilitate re-export
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Drugs and narcotics
Pornographic or subversive literature
Ammunition and firearms
Gold bullion
Construction material in commercial quantity
Gambling instruments
MOTOR VEHICLES
Vehicles must be less than six (6) years old and right-hand drive
Documents required are the same as for household goods with the addition of:
Invoice
Registration
Ownership Certificate
PETS
Veterinary Certificate of Health (not more than seven days old)
Rabies vaccination
Prior permission from the Director of Live Stock from the Government of Bangladesh is required
Letter of "no objection" from the Bangladesh government
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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, Golden Chariots International 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.