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Moving to Namibia or for that matter any country can become difficult-unless you make yourself aware of the customs regulation details in that country. After all, you do not want your belongings to be stranded in some port in the country. In some countries especially, customs regulations can be very stringent-and you may suddenly find yourself in a puddle. So, do your homework!
The customs regulations information listed on our website have been collected from several sources including information made-available-by embassies and government websites. |
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Major Citie(s) in Namibia |
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Customs Regulations applicable while shipping to Namibia |
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Original Bill of Lading
Inventory
Passport
Permanent residents permit
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
Used household effects are
duty free if the client has had them in his possession for more than 12
months. Shipments are not always stopped for customs examination.
Client must present himself/herself to customs with all
documentation.
This function can be handled on behalf of the client
provided the clearing agent is in possession of the client’s original
passport.
VEHICLES
VAT is always payable. If
stopped for customs examination, the client must be in possession of a
permanent resident’s permit if he/she is a new immigrant. Do not ship the
auto until the client is in possession of an import permit.
The client must complete all documentation and present it to the customs
department together with his/her passport so that customs can attest the
CA304a. Customs will only release the vehicle once it is satisfied that
everything is in order, and the engine number agrees with that stated on the
bill of entry. Once the bill of entry has been endorsed by customs, this
document must be presented to the motor license department who will issue the
license.
Required documents:
Import permit
Passport
Original Bill of Lading
Registration papers
Invoice
FIREARMS
Are always subject to a
customs examination. Firearms will be held by the customs official and kept
until the client is in possession of the stamped SAP 311. Required
documentation must be presented to his/her local police station who in turn
will issue a SAP 312. The police authority will apply for a license on behalf
of the importer.
The firearm will be held at the customs state warehouse. The SAP 311 must
be obtained by client’s local police station in South Africa immediately upon
his/her arrival in this country.
ALCOHOL
Alcohol is always subject to
customs examination. One bottle each of wine and spirit is extracted from the
consignment for testing by the Department of Agriculture to ascertain the
percentage of alcohol. Duties are payable based on that percentage.
The liquor will be kept in bond until notification has been received from
the department of agriculture to release.
PETS
The veterinary certificate
from the country of origin must be presented to customs four (4) working days
prior to the animal’s arrival in South Africa. Stamped by state veterinary
department.
Quarantine is not always necessary. It depends upon the state veterinary
surgeon. Once the animal has been examined and the surgeon is satisfied with
the condition of the animal it will be released.
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Pornographic books and
magazines
Walkie-talkies
Radios
Certain feathers, furs, skins and
tusks of animals under protected species regulations
Narcotics and drugs
PLANTS
Plants and vegetable products
require a phytosanitary certificate required from the Department of
Agriculture. |
NOTE - Customs regulations of Namibia are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to Namibia (this destination )and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, Movers.com cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate before you make your move to Namibia. |
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