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QATAR

The below information is a brief summary of customs regulations when you plan your international shipping to Uruguay, Always double check with your local embassy or consulate to make sure you have all the information you need before you make your move. Contact the nearest Uruguay Embassy.

Documents Required by Qatar

* Passport (copy) 
* Detailed inventory (two legible copies) 
* Letter from Customer authorizing destination agent to clear shipment 
* Visa/Residence Permit 
* Letter from local sponsor 

Customs Regulations

Used personal effects allowed duty-free importation, provided the customer intends to reside in Qatar for at least 12 months and that the items have no commercial value and are not for re-sale. 
Normal customs clearance takes approximately 5 to 6 working days for sea shipments and 2 to 3 days for air shipments. Customs remain closed on Fridays, except for live animals. 
All prohibited articles detained by customs may be destroyed without consignee’s consent. 

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS 

New furniture (Certificate of Origin or invoices required) 
Computer equipment requires a separate clearance procedure 

Prohibited Items shipping to Qatar

* Weapons, firearms and ammunition (even decorative items of this nature) 
* Alcoholic beverages 
* Pork products 
* Narcotic drugs 
* Wireless transmitters and communication equipment 
* Pornographic or political material 
* Explosives 
* Any item made of ivory 
* ALL PRINTED MATTER, RECORDS, FILMS, BOOKS, PICTURES, TAPES, SLIDES, MOVIES, VIDEOS, COMPACT DISCS, COMPUTER SOFTWARE, ETC. SUBJECT TO CENSORSHIP AND CONFISCATION (MUST BE PACKED SEPARATELY FOR EASY ACCESS) IF CAUGHT WITH ANY OF THESE ITEMS, CUSTOMER WILL BE SUBJECT TO SEVERE PENALTIES AND POSSIBLE JAIL TERM. 

MOTOR VEHICLES 

Autos must be at least three years old 
Owner of the vehicle must be a resident in Qatar prior to registration of the vehicle 
No customs duty is charged on vehicles being imported for personal use 
Documents required:
Proof of ownership at origin 
Original Import Manifest 
Registration Certificate 
Insurance Policy 
Invoice 

PETS 

Health Certificate issued by a government approved veterinarian clinic at origin, confirming the animal is good health, and that vaccinations are up to date
Health Certificate must be dated no earlier than two weeks prior to date of animal’s arrival in Qatar

The regulations are subject to change without notice. Our company is not liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance.