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NEPAL           

The below information is a brief summary of customs regulations when you plan your international shipping to Nepal, 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 Nepal Embassy.

When you plan your international shipping to Nepal, the following documents are required for customs clearance:

  • Valued Inventory (in English) describing contents of cartons (PBO – “packed by owner” and miscellaneous are not acceptable), and showing specific details for all electrical and electronic items and invoices for new items and invoices for new items.
  • Original Insurance Certificate
  • CTD (Customs Transit Declaration) for shipments cleared at Indian ports
  • Letter authorizing Destination Agent to clear shipment
  • Customers contact address and phone number in Nepal
  • Diplomatic shipments require a Diplomatic Exemption Certificate issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with CIF value of the shipment
  • Duty-Free Exemption Certificate issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs with CIF value of the shipment is required for privileged persons (most foreign experts, advisors, and consultants for the Government)
  • Foreign Nationals on private contract and returning Nepalese must ALSO provide the following documents:
    • Passport of Customer and each member of the family
    • Certificate of his Employer stating income sources of Customer
    • Import License issued by the Department of Commerce
  • ALL DOCUMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED WELL IN ADVANCE (minimum 20 to 30 days) OF ARRIVAL OF SHIPMENT AT INDIAN PORT TO AVOID HEAVY DEMURRAGE AND OTHER ADDITIONAL CHARGES

When shipping goods overseas to Nepal, the following items customs guidelines will need to be met:

  • CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT AT CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
  • ALL SHIPMENTS INSPECTED
  • Privileged persons are free of Customs duties and taxes on their household goods shipments
  • Duty-free import is valid for six months from Customer’s arrival date
  • Since shipments are often routed via Calcutta, shipments are subject to control and inspection by Indian Customs, CTD essential
  • Shipment must be consigned to owners full name and address in Nepal

When shipping goods overseas to Nepal, The following items are dutiable and/or restricted:

  • New items require an invoice and Certificate of Origin
  • Long list of dutiable items including electrical and electronic goods, cosmetics and new items (Customer must obtain further information from Consulate of Nepal)
  • Antiques, pure silver and gold must be declared at the time of arrival and be re-exported at time of departure from Nepal

When shipping goods overseas to Nepal, the following items are prohibited, but not limited to,  from entry into the country:

  • Weapons and ammunition (must obtain prior approval from the Government of Nepal before importing)
  • Drugs
  • Beef products
  • Pornographic material

When shipping Motor Vehicles overseas to Nepal, the following documents and regulations will apply:

  • Privileged persons can import an auto duty-free
  • Vehicles over five years old are prohibited
  • Documents Required:
    • Invoice showing model, engine number and chassis number
    • Registration and Ownership Certificate for used autos

Moving Pets to Nepal, The following documents must be presented for the importation of pets:

  • Health Certificate
  • Allowed as accompanied or as unaccompanied baggage
  • Customer’s presence required for clearance

If you are moving your household, commercial goods or motor vehicles to Kathmandu, Pokhara, Pātan, Birātnagar or to another other city, please give us a call to go over any questions on documentation.

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.