DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Passport (include all pages) for all members of the family
Inventory (in Spanish or English) indicating value declared for customs and showing complete contents of cartons and the exact number of cartons in the liftvan or container
Include brand name, serial #, model and price of the electronic equipment and electrical appliances
Document stating insurance coverage
Letter authorizing destination agent to clear shipment
*NOTE: ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE COMPLETED ORIGINALS. COSTS FOR ANY DELAYS DUE TO INCOMPLETE OR INCORRECT DOCUMENTS WILL BE CHARGED TO THE CUSTOMER
CUSTOMS REGULATION
Used household goods and personal effects are subject to import taxes and duties, except for customers who are diplomats, members of government or international organizations and Costa Rican citizens who have lived a minimum of 24 months abroad (the latter one still pays taxes, but no duties)
All shipments inspected
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
New items are subject to very high duties and require an original receipt
Large appliances must not exceed one of each item
Computers subject to import regulations
Purchase Invoice, Instruction Booklets, and original Ocean Bill of Lading/Air Waybill required
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Alcoholic beverages (only small quantities for personal use)
Narcotics and drugs
Explosives
Used tires
Pornographic or subversive material
Animal or agricultural products, plants, medicines, and large quantities of alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, and food require a special permit
Weapons and ammunition require an original invoice and registration at origin
A special permit at the Firearm and Explosive Department must be applied for
Import tax applicable
Must be for personal use only
MOTOR VEHICLES
Subject to high import taxes and duties, except for those customers described above
Amount to be paid depends on the value, model, year, cubic centimeters and extras
Documents required:
Registration Card or Property Title
Purchase Invoice
*Originals required for all above documents
If you are sending a vechicle to Costa Rica, a new law was passed as of June 7th, 2000 that all vehicles coming into Costa Rica must have a EPA Smog Test signed off by the Local Consulate from the country which the auto is being exported. Contact your destination agent for more information before sending a vehicle to Costa Rica.
PETS
Dogs and cats permitted
Documents required:
Anti-rabies vaccination
Health Certificate
Invoice indicating value of animal
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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.