Category Archives: Country Guides

Importing Goods into Saudi Arabia from USA

It’s true that importing goods into Saudi Arabia can be cumbersome, but the work is tolerable when the consignee is familiar with the procedures. Below are simple guidelines which could guide consumers about what to expect once their shipment arrives from the USA. These are general overviews, though. For more specific information, consignees are still advised to consult the Consulate of Saudi Arabia in the…

Exporting Goods from USA to Russia

If you’re shipping goods from the USA to Russia before late November 2011, you may have to pay for duties and taxes even for temporary importation. The new ruling implemented by the Russian Customs should be lifted after the said date, though. The information below should also make shipment concerns easier for you to understand. For household goods and personal effects You need to take…

Shipping Goods from USA to Qatar

There are certain items which are prohibited from import into Qatar. These include pork, wireless transmitters, narcotics, fire arms, alcoholic beverages, pornographic materials and other sharp objects which may be used as weapons. Once you get past the prohibitions, though, it’s fairly easy to import household items and vehicles into the country. It takes paperwork, and the items may be liable to taxes and duties,…

Importing Goods into Portugal from USA

The rules and regulations for importing goods into Portugal from the United Stated of America can be confusing if you don’t know which category your shipment falls under. The information below is limited to household items and motor vehicles which are not for commercial use. This is just a guide, though. For more detailed information, consignees are advised to consult the Portugal Embassy in their…

Exporting Goods from USA to Poland

Shipping goods and motor vehicles from the USA to Poland can be complicated only if the consignee isn’t familiar with the required documents and processes. Hopefully, the information below will suffice as a quick guideline. For household items and personal effects This section will refer to used items (those which have been in the ownership of the consignee for at least 6 months). These items…