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Some conditions for exporting goods from the U.S. by country
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Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan (former the Soviet Union)
Shipping from the USA to ALGERIA: Shipping freight from the USA to Algeria must be covered by a Letter of Credit. Also, a Certificat de contrôle de qualité is required for all exports to Algeria.
Shipping from the USA to Australia: Australian shipments are restricted to wood packing and cargo fumigation. Find more about shipping freight from the USA to Australia concerning ISPM15 and BMSB regulations in this link.
Shipping from the USA to BANGLADESH: Exports of second-hand capital machinery to Bangladesh may require an Inspection Certificate for Customs clearance.
Shipping from the USA to BOTSWANA: Exports to Botswana must comply with the requirements of the Botswana Bureau of Standards (BOBS) Import Inspections Regulations (SIIR) to Standards Programme for the goods to clear customs.
Shipping from the USA to BRAZIL: Shipping freight from the USA to Brazil requires an NCM number and CNPJ:
On commercial import shipments: All shipments imported to Brazil require NCM #'S (codes defined by the Brazilian government for the classification of materials) and the CNPJ (number of company's identification). Shippers must provide this information to ocean carriers before shipments will be released to import to Brazil AND to get freight to be released in Brazil.
On personal import shipments: Brazil has new requirements for shipments imported into Brazil. The CPF number (the consignee's passport number) must be on the bill of lading. Always advise the consignee's passport number. If not informed, then penalties can be costly.
Shipping from the USA to CAMEROON: Programme d’Evaluation de la Conformité Avant Embarquement (PECAE) for Exports to Cameroon.
Shipping from the USA to CHINA: Shipping freight from the USA to China requires the consignee's TAX ID# or consignee's USCI#. Mainly, shipping to China requires the consignee's/Notify parties:
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Unified social credit note (start from USCI + code number)
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Organization code (starts from O.C. + code number)
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Identity card number/passport number if it is a personal effect.
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Consignee contact name
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Consignee contact number and email address.
Shipping from the USA to COLUMBIA: Shipping cargo to Columbia requires an NIT (Colombian business tax number).
Shipping from the USA to/via EGYPT: According to new security regulations, all shipments that go to/or transshipped via EGYPT and SPAIN require a copy of the consignee's passport (or visa). Shipments also must be approved by GOEIC to issue the mandatory Certificate of Inspection for exports of Regulated Products to Egypt.
Shipping from the USA to ISRAEL: Shipping freight from the USA to Israel requires the consignee's VAT (TAX-Number).
Shipping from the USA to ITALY: Shipping household goods or personal effects to Italy is subject to Italian government restrictions and regulations. If you ship household goods or personal products to Italy, contact your local Italian Consulate in advance.
Shipping from the USA to NEW ZEALAND: New Zealand shipments are restricted to wood packing and cargo fumigation. Find more about shipping freight from the USA to Australia concerning ISPM15 and BMSB regulations in this link.
Shipping from the USA to NIGERIA: Shipping freight from the USA to Nigeria requires an 'M Form' before departing. The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) has implemented a strict set of guidelines for exports to Nigeria called the Standards Organisation of Nigeria Conformity Assessment Programme (SONCAP).
The 'M form' is some Import Permit that consignees must get whenever they are involved in international sea freight shipping to Nigeria.
The customer must apply for authorization with the Federal Bank in Nigeria. When approved, the Bank will issue the M Certificate and the consignee will be allowed to import his goods.
The M Form number must be shown in the bill of lading. Without it, it cannot enter Nigeria.
Exporters must do all the necessary paperwork, and once completed, the ocean freight carrier will need the number to input it in the international shipping carrier's bill of lading.
Shipping from the USA to QATAR: Exports of vehicle spare parts, tires, and some electrical products to Qatar require a mandatory Certificate of Conformity for Customs clearance. The Government of the State of Qatar, through the Qatar Ministry of Business and Trade – Department of Consumer Protection and the Qatar General Organization for Standards and Metrology (QGOSM), has issued a set of strict rules regulating the import and sale of Vehicle Spare Parts and Vehicle Tyres.
Shipping from the USA to RUSSIA, BELARUS, KAZAKHSTAN, ARMENIA, and KYRGYZSTAN: Compliance with Customs Union Technical Regulations is required when exporting to the Eurasian Economic Union - EAEU (former Customs Union). Member states are Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan. GOST certification systems for individual member states are being gradually replaced by certification to the Customs Union Technical Regulations (CUTR).
Shipping from the USA to TANZANIA: To assure Tanzanian consumers of the safety and quality of imported goods they buy and to protect Tanzanian manufacturers from unfair competition, the Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS), a statutory organization of the government of Tanzania, implemented guidelines called the Pre-Shipment Verification of Conformity (PVoC) to Standards Programme.
Shipping from the USA to SAUDI ARABIA: When shipping freight from the USA to Saudi Arabia, every package, carton, and box must be permanently marked stating the Country of Origin. A Conformity Assessment Program has been implemented for all exports to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. All products require a Certificate of Conformity, also called an SASO CoC, to be cleared through Saudi Customs.
The Saudi Arabia Port Authority has implemented new rules that international shippers dealing with global shipping companies (freight forwarders, NVOCCs, international moving companies) should be aware of to avoid fines.
Effective March 1, 2009, the Saudi Port Authority requires all cargo destined for Saudi Arabia to have permanent markings stating the "Country of Origin" on every package, carton, and box. These markings can be engraved, printed, or affixed using non-removable stickers.
Indicating the geographical region of origin (e.g., European Union/Europe) does NOT satisfy this new requirement. The "Country of Origin" has to be clearly stated and spelled out in full. Strict enforcement by the Saudi Port Authority is expected.
Failure to comply may result in the cargo being returned to the country of origin. Penalties may also be imposed on cargo interests. Please ensure that your shipments to Saudi Arabia comply with this international shipping requirement to avoid incurring additional expenses and liabilities.
Shipping from the USA to SOUTH AFRICA: Shipping freight from the USA to South Africa is under certain restrictions. Here are some requirements for international shipping of personal effects, charity goods, or gifts into SOUTH AFRICA
International Shipping of Household Goods / Personal Effects:
1) The importer must be in RSA at least ten days before the goods arrive so that all necessary paperwork is available. This is paperwork that only the importer can provide, such as Passport, ID Book, Visa, etc. Customs do not accept copies; only originals are allowed. Certified copies are not obtained either.
2) Customs allow household goods / personal effects to be imported exempt from duty and VAT ONLY if the following conditions are met:
a) The importer is a returning resident who has been out of the country for six months or longer, i.e., if they returned two years ago, they cannot now bring their goods in as personal effects. An original passport is required as proof of this.
b) The importer is a foreigner entering the country on a permanent residence certificate, a work permit, or a business visa. Exceptions have sometimes been made for study visas but are not guaranteed. A retirement visa is not accepted.
3) Alcohol, tobacco, and consumables (food, soap, makeup, etc) are not considered personal effects and are NOT exempt from duty and VAT.
4) Personal items such as clothing, shoes, sporting and recreational equipment, books, etc may be imported if:
a) Goods were exported by a resident for use abroad and are now being re-imported.
b) A non-resident imports goods for personal use during their stay in RSA.
5) ALL personal effects/household goods shipments MUST have a DETAILED and Priced inventory list showing each item, the number of that item, and a value. General listings, e.g., stationary, are not allowed. It must be specified as pens, books, notepads, etc.
International shipping of Donations:
1) NEVER send used clothing; it is not allowed at all and must be returned or burnt under customs supervision.
2) New clothing is generally also excluded from any rebate on duty and VAT.
3) Motor vehicles cannot be donated.
4) Always check on the donation of ANY foodstuff.
a) Certain food items are excluded from any duty and VAT rebate
b) Certain food items require an import permit
c) Certain food items are not allowed into RSA at all
5) Any organization to receive donations exempt from duty and VAT must be registered as a charitable organization/ religious organization. Registration MUST be checked before dispatching the goods.
6) The International Trade Administration Commission must grant permission to receive the donation if an exemption from duty and VAT is to be applied. It is best to do this before dispatching goods from the origin.
7) Each donation shipment MUST have a DETAILED and PRICED inventory list. No general descriptions, such as stationary, are allowed. The list must specify the exact item, number of that item, and value, e.g., 7 exercise books $20, 15 ballpoint pens $5, etc.
8) Donation shipments should never be sent unless the importer on this side has had time to do the necessary research and apply for the relevant permits, permissions, and rebate facilities.
Donation shipments sent with the best intentions but without the proper procedures and research may end up costing the receiver more than what the donation is worth.
International shipping of Gifts:
1) Unsolicited gifts are allowed from a natural person to a natural person. No company/business gifts are allowed
2) 2 gift parcels per person per year, each under the value of R400 / parcel, are allowed.
3) International wine, spirits, or manufactured tobacco shipping is not allowed as gifts.
Shipping from the USA to/via SPAIN: According to new security regulations, all shipments that go to/or transshipped via EGYPT and SPAIN require a copy of the consignee passport (or visa) at the time of recovery/transshipping cargo. To avoid problems/delays or/and extra charges during shipments to/via EGYPT and SPAIN, email us the consignee passport copy (or visa) in advance.
Shipping from the USA to UGANDA: Require a Certificate of Conformity for products regulated under the Uganda Pre-Export Verification of Conformity to Standards Programme (PVoC).
Shipping from the USA to THE UNITED KINGDOM: Shipping freight from the USA to the U.K. requires ToR1 filing before departing. Exempts from filing ToR1 are commercial (B2B) shipments and shipments to the U.K. consigned to U.K. citizens. A copy of the consignee's U.K. passport must be provided before the shipment departs from the country of origin if a load to the U.K. is consigned to a U.K. citizen.
The United Kingdom has a new import customs regulation on April 1, 2017.
Personal effects need/household goods shipped to the U.K. must fill out a specific form before the ship sails.
It takes ten days for HMRC to advise the relevant things so ocean carriers' destination agents can arrange the import clearance upon arrival.
All shippers that ship household goods/personal effects to the U.K. must read and follow these instructions.
IMPORTANT!!!: The TORO1 authorization # must be provided before the cargo is submitted to the shipment.
Ocean carriers cannot load cargo without the TORO1 authorization #. Note: Within the U.K., there is a three-week wait. Then, shippers/consignees should experience high storage charges due to the lack of authorization# submitted before cargo departures.
Shipping from the USA to VIETNAM: All export shipments to destinations in Vietnam require an H.S. code and Consignee Tax ID to be included in all export documentation. Failure to provide this information will delay cargo from loading.
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