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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Passport (original), Visa stamped
Residence Visa
Brazil I.D. card
Inventory in Portuguese (two originals)
- Inventory must be itemized in detail; brand names, make, model and serial numbers of all
electrical items must be noted
- Also need to show the estimated value of the item in U.S. dollars
- Must be legalized by the Brazilian Consulate for temporary visa holders
- Pets must be listed on the inventory
- Two separate inventories first showing used items and the second "new" items
(items less that six (6) months old)
Certificate of Residence issued by the Brazilian Consulate at origin for returning
citizens
Proof of revenue abroad
Proof of residence abroad for over one year
Airline ticket
Work Contract and Customs Bond are required for Customers holding a temporary visa
Goods must be re-exported upon expiration of the contract for holders of a temporary
visa
"Termo de Responsibilidade" (guarantee)
Power of Attorney forms provided by the Destination Agent
Letter authorizing Destination Agent to clear shipment
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
Household goods and personal
effects may be imported duty and tax free provided they have been OWNED and USED for at
least six (6) months and are not for re-sale
ONLY two shipments permitted, one air and one sea
Shipments should arrive in Brazil no earlier than
three months before or no later than six months after customer's arrival
Shipments 100% inspected
Clearance cannot begin until all documents are
received
Shipment must embark from the country of
customer's residence
Immigrants must register with the Brazilian
Federal Police within 30 days of arrival
**It is strongly advised not to import any items
that are new as they will be subject to high duties and fines
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
New articles sent as unaccompanied baggage will be subject to payment of duties.
The duties will be 50% of the value of the goods. Customer will have to present the
invoice.
Items not corresponding to inventory are subject to very high duties/fines
Duplicate items (such as electrical appliances) assessed very high duty
Wedding trousseaux, inheritance items, new furniture, tins of food and alcohol are all
subject to high customs duties
Presents, souvenirs, computers and carpets are all duty-free if part of the household
goods shipment
Computers need special entry permit from SEI (list model, serial number and accessories)
Alcohol and tobacco products
Appliances and bicycles
Photo, audio and video equipment
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Arms, ammunition and dangerous objects (firearms and weapons require special license)
Narcotics, medicines and drugs
Plants
MOTOR VEHICLES
Not allowed except for members of foreign diplomatic corps
PETS
Cats and dogs require a Health and Vaccination Certificate from the point of origin and
are subject to veterinarian examination at the port of entry
Other animals are subject to consultation with the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture
prior to departure from the country of origin and are also subject to inspection
NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The information is general guidance to assist our Customers. All of the info. Is a brief summary of customs regulations. Regulations are subject to change without notice, MoverMax.com is NOT liable for any damages, costs, delays, or any other events. Always double check with your local Customs regulations in your country.
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