Foreign workers who are thinking of getting a job in Chile will be glad to know that Chilean customs authorities will not charge them the normal duties for their personal properties and household goods. Of course, this will depend on the type of merchandise that will be brought into the country. Typically though, this should include any item that a person uses for his own…
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Exporting Goods from the USA to Brazil
There are a number of goods that are not allowed entry into Brazil or are otherwise placed under the restricted item category. These include several essential products like coins and jewelries.
In general, however, the more basic goods can still be shipped to Brazil but not without incurring the expected customs taxes. To avoid this, the overall value of the merchandise should remain within the…
Importing Goods to Belgium from the USA
For all intents and purposes, all new merchandise entering Belgium will be subject to VAT and customs import duties. Used or second-hand goods, meanwhile, are duty-free, but only if the owner can provide proof that said goods have been in use outside of Belgium for the last six months. Used merchandise have one other distinct advantage: they can be transported separately in any number of…
Shipping from the USA to Bahrain
One required document when shipping goods to Bahrain is the residence permit. This indicates an assumption on the part of Bahrain customs authorities that there is an intent on the part of the consignee to stay in the country for some time. In this regard, you should take note that the permit has to have a two-year validity period.
With a residence permit, the consignee…
Transporting Motor Vehicles from the USA to Australia
In Australia, you may find that shipping in some products like a motorized vehicle can be a little stringent. This is because several prerequisites will need to be met first. First of these is obtaining a Vehicle Import Approval (VIA) form from the Vehicle Safety Standards branch of the Australian Department of Infrastructure and Transport. Only after the form is obtained can you make arrangements…