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DEMOCRATIC
REPUBLIC OF CONGO
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Detailed valued, dated and signed inventory
in French
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Passport (including page showing entry
permit)
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Letter of transfer from the shipper’s
employer
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Copy of the plane ticket
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Certificate of change of residence
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Certificate for definitive settlement
(for Zairians returning to their country only/customer can
get this document at the Zairian Embassy)
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Air way bill or original ocean bill of
lading (no express release accepted)
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Original auto registration and purchase
invoice, if a vehicle is shipped
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
For diplomatic air/sea shipments, it takes 15 days to
obtain the document for free entry (franchise) from the
Foreign Ministry and Customs Head Office. The invoice for
all electrical and furniture is required and must prove
the items are more than 6 months old. New electrical items
are subject to payment of customs duties and taxes. Home
computers are not accepted as personal effects and will
be subject to payment of customs duties and import taxes.
ALCOHOL
Alcohol and other spirits are prohibited and should be
sent separately. Only the mention "fond de cave" (less than
30 bottles) is acceptable.
DUTIES
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Tax on household goods is approximately
56 percent of CIF value.
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For a vehicle heavier than 3.5 tons,
the tax is 8 percent of the CIF value.
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For a vehicle not heavier than 3.5 tons,
the tax is 46 percent of the CIF value.
NOTE - Customs regulations are
subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is
a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household
goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for
general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such
regulations are subject to change without notice, Rinkens Moving International
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.
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