BRAZIL – IMPORT REGULATIONS

At the time when this information sheet was complied the following information was correct:

You will be required to supply the following, prior to departure of your effects from our shipping depot, which should be submitted either before, or upon completion of packing at residence:

Documents Required for Entry and clearance through customs:

• Termo de Responsibilidade (Brazilian form) 
• Photocopy of the first five pages of your passport 
• Copy of your work contract and residence permit 
• Returning Brazilian (away more than one year because of studies or with job) 
• Inventory - showing values, serial numbers of electrical items and listing any pets 
• Passport 
• Consularised inventory 
• Certificate of residence abroad issued by Brazilian Consulate and original BOL or AWB. 
• Immigrant with permanent visa  
• Immigrant with temporary visa (valid over 180 days) 
• Passport with visa consularised inventory, original BOL or AWB 
• Passport with visa 
• Consularised inventory work contract 
• Bond of guarantee (issued by employer) 
• Original BOL or AWB. Goods must be re-exported upon expiration of contract; extensions may be granted, Power of Attorney forms will be supplied by agent for shipper to sign upon arrival in Brazil 

Please note Overseas terminal Handling (THC) cannot be prepaid due to the fact that charges are based on dock labour etc.  The client will be asked by the agent for a deposit of US$1000 for a 20ft container & US$1500 for a 40ft container before the clearance process starts.  They will receive back the balance of the money left after the invoice has been created.

Customs Regulations for Personal/Household Goods 

Household and personal effects may be imported duty and tax-free provided that they have been owned and used for at least 6 months and are not for re-sale. Inventory must be stamped at the Brazilian Consulate at origin. It is important that all items be listed on this inventory, including pets. Any item not listed is subject to high duties and taxes. Inventory should be very detailed; brand names and serial numbers of all electrical items must be marked and an estimated value should be shown against item. It is recommended that the shipper hand carry the original documents to Brazil. 

• Shipment should originate and embark from country of shipper's residence 
• Shipment should arrive in Brazil no later than 120 days after shipper's arrival
• Immigrants must register with the Brazilian Federal Police within 30 days of arrival 

Prohibited items -subject to confiscation 

• Narcotics, medicines and drugs plants

 Restricted/Dutiable Items 

• Wedding trousseaux, inheritance items, new furniture, tins of food, wine and alcohol etc., are all subject to high customs duties; however, Brazilian Nationals and Foreign Nationals with permanent residence in Brazil can import alcohol provided they have been absent for one year, depending on consultation with customs authorities 
• Presents, souvenirs, jewellery, coins, computers and carpets are all duty free if part of the household effects 
• Arms, ammunition and dangerous objects -subject to consultation with the Brazilian Army prior to departure from country of origin 
• Cats and dogs - health and vaccination certificate required from point of origin and subject to veterinarian examination at port of entry; other animals are subject to consultation with the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture prior to departure from country of origin and are also subject to inspection 

Cars

Although you are allowed to import your own car, it is not recommended, due to the difficulties in obtaining spare parts and adequate servicing. However, a car is desirable if you are staying in Brazil for any length of time and you are entitled to purchase one as long as you possess a passport. There is a range of cars available, but there is often a delay in delivery, due to the short demand. The average cost of a Ford Escort, for example is Cr$ 72 mn, annual insurance averages Cr$ 5.4mn, road tax is Cr$ 1.7mn and the cost of a routine service excluding parts is Cr$ 818000. 

A foreign driving licence is valid for six months, although a certificate of validity must be obtained from the Brazilian driving authorities. (A translation will be required). 

 

BRAZIL – IMPORT REGULATIONS