DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Inventory
Customs Bond of 33.38% value of the goods, often determined by the insured amount of the goods, (Should the duty and customs fees be less than the deposit, the difference will be refunded to the customer. Accordingly, if the duties and fees are more than the deposit, the difference will be billed to the customer.)
Letter authorizing Destination Agent to clear shipment
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
CUSTOMER'S PRESENCE AT CUSTOMS CLEARANCE IS ADVISED
Used clothing is duty-free
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
New items subject to duties (invoices required)
Alcohol and tobacco products
Fruits, vegetables and soil require an Import Permit and are subject to inspection upon arrival by the Dept. of Agriculture, Fisheries and Parks. Those failing agriculture inspection will be destroyed.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Weapons of ALL types, including: flick knives, blowguns, spear guns, crossbows, etc., will be confiscated
Narcotic drugs
Firearms and ammunition (must be accompanied by a permit signed by the commissioner of police)
Explosives (including pyrotechnics of any sort)
Gold or silver coins
Pornographic material
Political literature
MOTOR VEHICLES
No vehicle over six months old is permitted to be imported
Motorcycles over 100 cc are prohibited
Automobiles are restricted as to size and engine capacity
Duty applies
License from the Transport Control Department is required
PETS
Animal must be at least four months old
Import permit issued by the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Parks is required
Health certificate issued by a licensed veterinarian from the country of origin
The name, date of birth, breed and description of the animal is required
LIQUOR AND TOBACCO
Duties will be assessed against Bermuda Customs Tariff.
Any person may import duty free up to 200 cigarettes and 50 cigars, plus 1.137 liters of spirits and 1.137 liters of wine.
USEFUL INFORMATION A customs officer will be at residence at time of delivery assessing duties item by item.
Used clothing and books are duty free
Appliances 33.4% of customs assessed value
Furniture and sporting goods 22.25% of customs value
Antiques 8.5% of customs value
Customs value is generally lower than what the shipper value is but, it is a good idea for the shipper to be available to answer the customs officers' questions at time of unloading and assessment.
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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.