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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Original shipping documents (i.e. bill of lading, air waybill, etc.)
Itemized, valued inventory (packing list)
Original invoices for new articles
Insurance documents (where applicable)
Declaration of freight charges
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
Preparation of Customs Entry Form displaying CIF value of goods to be imported
Submission of Customs Entry Form at Customs & Excise Department
Customs examination of goods
Payment of Customs Duty & Government Sales Tax on dutiable items
Clearance of goods upon signed authority by Customs Department
PROHIBITED ARTICLES
Controlled drugs and narcotic
Firearms (including gas pistols and similar weapons) ammunition and explosives
(including fireworks)
Indecent or obscene video cassettes, films, books, magazines and other articles
Flick knives
Counterfeit currency
Radio-communication equipment not approved for use at destination
Meat, poultry, and many other animal products
Plants, parts thereof, and plant produce including trees and shrubs, potatoes and
certain other vegetables, fruit, bulbs, and seeds
Certain articles derived from protected species including fur skins, ivory, reptile
leather and goods made from them
WARNING - Imports are examined by customs and there are heavy penalties for making
false declarations including possible forfeiture of goods.
PETS
Full history of vaccination is required. Owner must research which vaccinations are
advisable for his particular pet. A qualified veterinarian should be able to advise
accordingly. More detailed information can be obtained from the World Health
Organization and/or the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations.
MOTOR VEHICLES
Invoice of Purchase
Certificate of Title (displaying Model, Year, Engine Number, Chassis Number)
Left hand drive vehicles only
Duty rates differ according to the type of vehicle, intended use, etc. Agent in Gambia
can advise duty rate once type of vehicle is ascertained.
DUTY AND TAX RATE
Import duty % depending on the item
Government Sales Tax of 10%
.1% Customs Processing Fees
.05% ECOWAS Tax
Duty Waivers are issued by the Gambian government o members of Diplomatic Missions,
certain non-governmental and aid organizations, and other similarly associated bodies.
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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