Entry of Goods for Home Consumption

Under customs regulations, persons bringing cargo into the country must complete and submit a “Home Consumption Entry Form” at the time of arrival.

Eligibility

All persons importing cargo on a vessel or aircraft.

Process

Collect documents from shipping / airline agent.
Complete relevant forms.
Present forms and supporting documents to Customs Entry Checking.
Pay import duties.
Collect goods.

Application Form(s)

Home Consumption Entry Form - C13 Form
Declaration of Value - C43 Form

Supporting Documents

Completed Forms.
Invoices (where applicable).
Shipping documents (bill of lading / airway bill, any other documents provided by the supplier).
Agricultural Permit (optional based on items).
Phytosanitary Certificate (optional based on items).
For individuals - passport or driver’s license.
For businesses - valid business license.

Turn-around time

This service can be completed within 2 to 24 hours after submission of documents.

Deadline

Goods not collected within five working days will be transferred to the Government Warehouse.

Related Fee(s)

Processing fees - 1% of C.I.F. Value (min $10.00, max $500.00). Environmental fee ($5.00 - $200.00). The Customs Broker will charge fees for the preparation of your supporting documents.

For more information please contact

Department: The Bahamas Customs Department
Address: P. O. Box N 155 ,Nassau ,New Providence ,The Bahamas, Headquarters- Thompson Blvd
Fax: (242)325-7409
Email: customs@bahamas.gov.bs
Opening Hours: 9 am to 4 pm (Monday to Friday)
Phone: +1 242 325 6551
Phone: +1 242 325 6559

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