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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Passport of customer (original) and a copy
Residence Permit
Certificate of Residence Change
Foreign citizens require a Resident Visa, temporary Resident Permit or Work Permit
- Certification of Migratory Movement obtained from the Salvadorian
Migration Direction in El Salvador after client arrives to El Salvador. (Consignee
is the only one who can obtain this document.)
- If a returning Salvadorean citizen, he must show proof he has been
residing outside El Salvador for at least three years and they are allowed $15,000 CIF,
duty free.
Inventory (preferably in Spanish) original and one copy which shows electrical
appliances – have to specify brand name, model and serial number
- Inventory must be detailed showing exact amounts of each item in the shipment
- Detailed packing list needs to be made by the owner, using the packing list made by
the packers. This needs to show the value of each item (with lower values (1/3 is OK
for customs purposes) than the ones shown in the Insurance Certificate), the approximate
weight of each item, and the numer of each item
Example: 10 pairs of shoes, 5 pounds, $500.00. You, the shipper, will need to make
this list before the packing of your goods takes place. If teh detailed list is not
completed, there will be extra charges of U.S. $125.00 for Customs to unload your
shipment for a detailed inspection. Customs will inspect and count each item in the
shipment. After this exam, the shipment will go through the normal Customs Clearance
process.
Above documents must be in order before shipment arrives, otherwise shipment will incur
storage charges and additional customs charges for the customer's account
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
CUSTOMER MUST BE IN COUNTRY AT TIME OF CLEARANCE
Used household goods and personal effects are usually dutiable for foreign citizens
Foreign citizens could avoid paying duties by obtaining a "Bank Guarantee" for
the amount that Customs evaluates the shipment at. The guarantee should be renewed every
six months and will permit Customs to collect duties on the items not being re-exported
when the foreign citizen leaves the country
Returning Salvadorian citizens, after more than three years abroad, may import duty-free
used or new household goods up to a maximum of U.S. $15,000.00 of the C.I.F. value.
Customs will tax anything in excess of this amount.
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
New items
Alcohol products
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Weapons and ammunition (special permit is required to import)
Pornographic materials
MOTOR VEHICLES
Subject to import duties based on C.I.F. value. Duty rates on autos would vary depending on the
auto's year and model. The highest percentage of duties to be paid is 30% of the CIF value. Client
will also pay the 13% sales tax.
Clearance of vehicles separate from household goods
Documents required:
- Title of Ownership (original), showing consignee as legal owner
- Original Invoice
- Original Passport
- Certificate from repair shop from origin showing it complies with emission control
requirements for gases, smoke and particles for such auto type and model.
Certificate should be obtained at least 60 days before arrival.
New Autos
- Factory certification showing it complies with emission control
requirements for gases, smoke and particles for such auto type and model
- Certificate (in Spanish) and authenticated at a Salvadorian origin
PETS
Required documentation:
- Health certificate issued at the country of origin
- Vaccination certificate
Both documents need to be certified by the Salvadorian Consulate at the country of origin
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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