ATA Carnet News
Carnets for Belarus, Russia and Ukraine
We are currently unable to issue Carnets for Belarus, Russia and Ukraine. Any UK Carnet Holders whose goods are currently in any of the above countries (and who are unable to repatriate their goods before the existing Carnet expires) must obtain a Replacement Carnet to extend the period of temporary admission (see FAQ no.29 for further information).
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Implementation of the ATA Carnet System in Vietnam
From 1 May 2022, the Vietnam Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Hanoi will become the 78th guaranteeing organisation member of the WCF/ATA international guarantee chain.
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What are ATA Carnets?
ATA Carnets Explained
The ATA Carnet is an international customs document that permits duty-free and tax-free temporary import of goods for up to one year. It contains pre-prepared unified customs declaration forms to be used at each customs border offices and serves as a guarantee to customs duties and taxes.
ATA Carnets can be used in 80+ countries around the world. Click here for the list.
What are the benefits and advantages of ATA Carnet?
Established under the ATA Convention and the Istanbul Convention as a trade facilitation tool, ATA Carnets cut red tape by simplifying and unifying customs border crossing regulations for temporary import and export.
With ATA Carnet exhibitors, salespeople, artists, athletes, TV crews, technicians, event participants and business travellers may:
- travel through customs without paying import duties, taxes at each customs border office
- use one document for multiple destinations and trips throughout its one-year validity
- make advanced customs arrangements at predetermined costs
ATA Carnets cover almost everything (other than perishable goods or goods for processing and repair):
- goods for use at trade fairs, shows, exhibitions
- professional equipment (tools of trade, test and scientific equipment etc)
- commercial samples
- personal effects and goods for sports purposes (including race vehicles)
Points to note
- Carnet goods must not go through any processing or modifications while situated in the country of temporary importation
- ATA Carnets do not cover perishable items, goods for processing or repair, or means of private transportation
- All entries and exits from one country to another must be endorsed by the relevant Customs
- Failure to re-export the goods from the country of importation, before the Carnet expires or within the time limit imposed by host customs, may lead to payment of duty. Carnet Holder will be responsible for meeting any such charges.
Applying for an ATA Carnet
What information is needed to apply for a Carnet
- List of countries the goods will be travelling to
- Intended use of goods
- Name of person / company that will be travelling with the goods
- List of items that will be exported.
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Apply for an ATA Carnet through your local Chamber of Commerce
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How to use an ATA Carnet
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