Import Customs Regulations Summary
1 Far East and South East Asia
1.1 Hong Kong and Mainland China
Hong Kong
1.Time to Submit Import M/F
The line or its agent should submit import manifest with
despatch report (Bay Plan) to the Customs and Excise
Department at least forty eight (48) hours (2 working
days) before vessel's arrival.
2.General Regulations and Required Document/Information
of Both T/S and Import Cargo at Hong Kong
A. Dutiable commodities:
According to Hong Kong dutiable commodities
regulations, liquors,tobacco are classified as dutiable
commodities correspondent licence and permit are
required for the removal of cargo from terminal for
import and T/S in applying for the licence and permit.
Therefore the following documents and information should
be provided to HKHKG office at least 7 working days before
vessel arrival.
(1) Packing list
(2) Invoice
(3) FOB or CIF value of cargo
(4) The strength of liquor
(5) The brand name
(6) Shipping marks of cargo
(7) Detailed address of shipper and consignee
B.Left-hand drive vehicles and outboard engines:
Import and export licence is required for the T/S and
import of left-hand drive vehicles and outboard
engines exceeding 111.9 kilowatts (150horsepower),
import/export licence application forms plus following
documents/information have to be submitted to customs.
Therefore, the following information/documents has to
be faxed to Hong Kong office at least 5 working days
prior to the arrival of the vessel.
(1)Full address of shipper and consignee
(2)Packing list
(3)Invoice
(4)Authorized permit
(5)Chassis number
(6)Brand name
(7)Engine number
(8)Origin country
C.Strategic commodities:
According to HKHKG import and export regulations, under
mentioned strategic commodities for both import and
T/S (including cargo in transit HKHKG) are under licensing
control in HKHKG. Therefore, the following information
has to be provided to HKHKG office at least five(5)
working days before vessel's arrival.
(1)Munition, list covers firearms, ammunition,
explosives, bombs and rockets, tanks and
toxicological agents, etc. And equipment
and technology for the production of these
weapons etc.
(2)Dual-use goods list covers a wide variety of
industrial dual-use (Nuclear facilities and nuclear-
related equipment, electronics, computer,
telecommunications, sensors and lasers, navigation
and avionics, marine, propulsion, chemical weapon
precursors).
- Complete B/L data.
- Cargo specifications (including technical details).
- CIF values.
D.Chemical Commodities:
According to HKHKG import and export regulations, under
the following chemicals for both import and T/S
(including cargo in transit HKHKG) are under licensing
control in HKHKG. Therefore the following information
should be provided to HKHKG office at least 5 working
days before vessel's arrival.
. Acetylating substance (24 chemicals)
-Completed B/L data
-Consignee name, person-to-contact and phone number
-Consignee should be a licence holder to import
captioned cargo
-T/S should advise from where to where
E.Plant and Soil Commodities:
According to HKHKG import and export regulation, import
and T/S of plants, plant pests and soil are under
licensing control in HKHKG. Therefore the complete B/L
data should be provided to HKHKG two (2) working days
before vessel's arrival.
F.According to HKHKG import and export regulations, both
import and T/S of following cargoes are under
licensing control in HKHKG.
.Ozone depleting substance
.Radioactive substance and irradiating apparatus
.All kinds of pesticide.
Therefore the complete B/L data should be provided to
HKHKG at least 2 working days before vessel's arrival.
3.Customs Detention For
A.If the manifest is unable to be submitted on time,
all the inbound containers will be under customs
detention.
B.If the manifest is submitted but incomplete, any
containers found not in manifest will be under customs
detention pending for manifest.
C.If the container numbers are found discrepancy in
manifest and despatch report/actual finding, said
containers will be under customs detention pending
for line's clarification.
4.Permission of Customs Release
After checking the manifest, the permission may be
granted unconditionally or after examination of the
shipment.
5.Identity of Consignee Required
The Hong Kong Customs requires to establish the identity
of the consignee all inbound containers. I.E. the full
names and addresses of the actual consignee are required
to be provided. Failure to do so may result in legal
proceedings from Hong Kong Customs.
6.To Remove Shipment Without Permission
It is a criminal offense to remove the shipment under
customs detention without permission. The minimum
penalty is HKD10,000 and 6 months' imprisonment.
7.Guilty for Import Unmanifested Cargo
Any person who imports any unmanifested cargo shall be
guilty of an offense and shall be liable on conviction
to a fine of HKD50,000 and to imprisonment for 2 years.
8.Line's Appeal for Unmanifested Charge
The line or its agent can be defended against the charge
if they prove that they did not know and could not with
reasonable diligence have known that the cargo was
unmanifested.
Dangerous cargo manifest of both import and T/S cargo
must be furnished to Hong Kong office at least 3
working days before vessel's arrival.
10.Amendment of M/F
After submitting the manifest to customs, amendment of
the following particulars of the inbound shipment have
to be made in writing before releasing said shipment to
the consignee.
A.In the case the shipment is under customs detention
(1) Status (T/S or Import)
(2) Movement (CY or CFS)
(3) Seal Number
(4) Container Number
(5) Bill of Lading Number
(6) Consignee Details
(7) Commodity
Otherwise the consignee will be unable to make
arrangement with customs for releasing the shipment.
B.In the case the shipment is not under customs detention
(1) Consignee Details
(2) Commodity
Otherwise the line or its agent commits a criminal
offense for providing false or misleading information
to customs. The maximum penalty is HKD500,000 and 2
years imprisonment.
Mainland China
General Rule
1.Detailed Information of Consignee/Notify Party for cargo
import to Mainland China. All POL should clearly state the
following details of consignee/notify part for each B/L:
A. Full company name
B. Person in charge
C. Telephone No./Fax No.
D. Address
2.Logs importing into China
A.Imported logs must bear a phytosanitary certificate issued
by official quarantine authorities of exporting country or
region. The certificate should prove that the logs are free
from soil, and quarantine pests of concern to China or pests
specified in bilateral plant quarantine agreement.
B.Imported logs with bark should have gone through effective
quarantine treatment in the exporting country or region, and the
phytosanitary certificate should indicate the method, chemical
and dosage, duration and temperature of the treatment.
Beijiao(Shunde)
1.Import manifest should be submitted to customs upon
vessel's arrival. If failure to submit M/F in time
will cause stoppage of discharging containers.
2.After customs declaration any amendment of M/F data
should be subject to customs' arrpoval.
3.All of dangerous cargoes are prohibited to enter into
Shunde port.
Dalian
1. All import wooden products and wooden packing must be
provided relative fumigation certificate at origin.
Otherwise, the fumigation procedure must be taken upon
arrival cargoes.
2. Any amendment of manifest after vessel's arrival, the
customs penalty RMB1000 - 30000 each time (approxed USD125
- USD4000) should be imposed as per different mistakes.
Fuzhou
1. Import cargo manifest should be submitted to Fuzhou
customs 24 hours before vessel's arrival.
2. Any amendment of manifest should be made before the 2nd leg
feeder sailing from Hong Kong or Kaohsiung.
3. Any amendment of manifest is strictly prohibited after
submitting to the customs authority, if client request to
amend manifest customs authority and shipping agency will
charge the penalty or administration surcharge to the consignee
directly.
Guangzhou
1.Import cargo manifest should be submitted to customs
prior to vessel's arrival.
2.Dangerous Cargo
A.M/F should be submitted to customs 24 hours before
vessel's arrival.
B.Explosives and radioactive cargoes are prohibited
to enter into Guangzhou.
C.Explosive cargo IMCO 1.1, 1.2, 2 and IMCO 2, 5.2, 7 are
not acceptable at Huangpu.
3.After import cargo M/F declared, following amendment
will incur penalty:
A.Amending B/L number/mark/vessel/voyage/shipper/notify
party will be fined one percent of cargoes value.
B.Amending description/container number will be fined
one - three percent of cargo value.
C.Amending gross weight/quantity will be fined two
percent of cargo value.
Jiangmen
1.Import manifest should be submitted to customs prior
to vessel's arrival.
2.After customs declaration, any amendment of manifest
data should be subject to customs authority's approval.
3.D.G. cargo 1,2,7 are not acceptable.
Nanjing
1.Cargo manifest of import cargo usually be submitted to
customs 24 hours prior to vessel's arrival.
2.Dangerous cargo manifest of import cargo must be
submitted to customs at least 24 hours prior to
vessel's arrival.
A. All import D.G. cargo to CNNNJ, CNNHT and CNZJG must be
accompanied with a full set of D.G. manifest and
packing certificate.
B. Following import cargoes are prohibited to import
unless special permission.
-- Strategic commodities: ammunition, explosives,
bombs, rockets and tanks etc.
-- All kinds of pesticide
-- Controlling chemical commodities: violent poison
-- Narcotics: heroin and cocaine etc.
-- Radiative substance and irradiating apparatus
C. Explosive cargo IMCO 1.1, 1.2, 2 and IMCO 5.2, 6.1,
6.2, 7 are not acceptable.
D. During summer high temperature, all D.G. cargo must
be discharged in night. IMCO 3.2 can't be handled
during 10:00 (A.M.)-4:00 (P.M.)
E. D.G. cargo IMCO 3.1, 4.1, 4.2 and 5.1 must take
delivery within 48 hours.
3.Delayed Submission M/F to Customs
A.Carrier or its agent should submit import M/F within
24 hours after vessel's berthing in CNNNJ port.
B.Failure to submit M/F in time will be assessed customs
penalty RMB 550.00.
C.Any discrepancy in cargo weight/container number/
commodity description/number of package found by
customs between M/F and actual loaded should result
customs hold cargo until M/F revision is taken.
Ningbo
1.Import/through manifest should be submitted to customs
24 hours prior to vessel's arrival.
2.Dangerous cargo manifest of import cargo must be
submitted to customs at least 24 hours prior to vessel's
arrival.
3.If the description is scrap or waste material the consignee
must indicate actual receiver.
4.The consignee of all waste products (like plastic scrap,
motor scrap, metal scrap etc.) shipments should be listed
as the consigned account, "TO ORDER" is no longer accepted.
5.Any amendment should be submitted and supplied supporting
documents to customs within 5 working day after vessel's
arrival.
6.Any amendment concerned description, gross weight, quantity
can be amended against customs' inspection only.
Qingdao
1.Manifest/Bill of Lading must be submitted to customs
at least 24 hours prior to vessel's arrival.
2.A full set of correct, clean import cargo manifest/
Bill of Lading should be presented to Qingdao customs
house. Any remarks pages, changes of cargo gross weight
and lots if necessary, should be submitted to customs
in due course.
3.Cash deposit of RMB 50,000.00 should be caused by
supplement, cancellation and separating lots, combining
lots of import cargo after import manifest/Bill of Lading
filed to customs house.
4.
(1)After submission of manifest, the customs will not permit
to amend commodity, B/L number, gross weight, quantity and
measurement.
(2)Amendment of commodity after vessel's arrival will incur
customs penalty of RMB 30,000.00.
(3)Other amendment after vessel's arrival will incur customs
penalty from RMB 1,000.00 to RMB 30,000.00 per case by case.
Quanzhou
Manifest should be submitted to customs prior to vessel's
arrival.
Rongqi (Shunde)
1.Import manifest should be submitted to customs upon
vessel's arrival. If failure to submit M/F in time will
cause stoppage of discharging containers.
2.After customs declaration any amendment of M/F data
should be subject to customs' approval.
3.Import of dangerous cargo must be subject to official's
permit prior to shipment effected.
Shanghai
1.Time to Submit M/F
A. Import/through M/F should be submitted to customs
24 hours prior to vessel's arrival.
B. In-transit cargoes must be submitted to customs at
least 24 hours prior to vessel's arrival at CNSHG.
C. Dangerous cargo manifest of import cargo must be
submitted to customs at least 72 hours prior to
vessel's arrival. For IMCO class 1, 2, 4.2, 4.3, 7
and dangerous cargo stuffed in reefer container must
be permitted by the port authority prior to shipment
effected.
D. After submission of M/F, the customs will not permit
to amend commodity, B/L number and combined M/F.
E. For cargo transhipped at Shanghai, transhipment M/F
must contain consignee or notify party name in final
destination with full address, TEL No., commodity
in Chinese and English.
F. For commodity/description "waste paper", "waste metal scrap"
and "waste plastic scrap", import M/F must show the actual
consignee's name.
G. Customs accept the measurement column of manifest to show zero
in case shipper can not provide any figure of measurement showing
on packing list, Bill of Lading, or commercial invoice.
2.Customs Regulation:
A. In following conditions it will be assessed customs
penalty maximum RMB30,000.00
(1) Failure to submit customs manifest in time.
(2) Suplementary/split M/F after submitted of M/F.
(3) Any amendment of following data
I. Any amendment of gross weight/quantity/
measurement after submition of manifest.
Especially, the gross weight/quantity on
manifest not corresponds to the packing list
or actual quantity outturned (more than actual
gross weight/quantity) which will be held a long
time waiting for customs investigation.
II. Any amendment of consignee/notify party. Especially
for commodity "Waste Paper/Waste Metal Scrap/
Waste Plastic Scrap"
(4) Failure to separate transit/tranship cargo or
through cargo from local import cargo M/F.
(5) Incomplete or inaccurate M/F.
(6) Any other mistake affect/disturb customs'
custody.
B. The weight of each container can not be loaded over
30,500kgs(including tare weight and cargo gross
weight).
C. Transhipped cargoes could be filed to customs for
revising as import cargoes within 14 days after
vessel's berthing CNSHG. Otherwise revising import
cargoes as transhipped cargoes must be filed to
customs before vessel's berthing CNSHG.
D. Following items are not allowed to tranship via
Shanghai to other P.R.C. port/inland points, however
can be accepted to revise to import cargoes.
(1) Automobiles/autobike and its spare parts
(2) Waste materials (except waste paper)
(3) Arms and ammunitions
(4) Military technical equipment
(5) Radioactive materials
(6) Stainless steel products
(7) Any narcotics material should check with SHANGHAI
office before each shipment
Shantou
1.Manifest should be submitted to customs prior to
vessel's arrival.
2.Chinese customs does not allow to amend manifest data
(especially the cargo description) after vessel's
arrival. But under special condition, customs may
consider subject case by case.
3.D.G. cargo IMCO 1, 2, 7 are not acceptable.
Shenzhen(Yantian/Shekou/Chiwan)
1.Import manifest should be submitted to customs 4
hours before vessel's arrival, besides, after customs
declaration has been performed the cargo cannot be
returned to Hong Kong.
2.Dangerous Cargo
A.Dangerous cargo manifest must be submitted to
customs 72 hours before vessel's arrival.
B.Entry of dangerous cargo to Shekou/Chiwan/Yantian
is subject to official's permit prior to shipment
effected.
3.After import M/F declared, any amendment on M/F will
incur penalty RMB1,000.00 (by item).
4.Ultimate consignee/notify party must be clearly
manifested. Freight forwarder as a consignee/notify
party is not acceptable by Shenzhen customs.
Shuidong
1.Import manifest should be submitted to customs prior
to vessel's arrival.
2.After cargo's arrival, amendments for consignee/notify
party and description are not allowed by Shuidong
customs.
3.D.G. cargo IMCO 1,2,7 are not acceptable.
Zhanjiang
1.M/F should be submitted to customs prior to vessel's
arrival.
2.Any amendment of consignee/notify party and description
of cargo should be made before customs declaration.
Change of commodity name is not allowed.
3.D.G. cargo IMCO 1,2,7 are not acceptable.
Zhongshan
1.Import cargo manifest should be submitted to customs
upon vessel's arrival. If failure to submit manifest
in time will cause stoppage of discharging containers.
2.All of dangerous cargoes are prohibited to enter into
Zhongshan.
Zhuhai
1.Import cargoes manifest should be submitted to customs
before 24 hour vessel's arrival. If failure to submit
manifest in time will cause stoppage of discharging
containers.
2.Dangerous Cargoes
A.M/F should be submitted to customs 24 hours before
vessel's arrival.
B.Explosives and gases (compressed, liquefied, dissolved
under pressure) cargoes are prohibited to enter into
Zhuhai.
Xiamen
1.Import manifest should be submitted to customs prior
to vessel's arrival.
2.Any amendment of B/L data after the customs declaration,
consignee should provide the reason why the amendment
is needed and subject to Chinese customs' approval
case by case.
3.Dangerous cargo should be submitted 48 hours prior to
vessel's arrival.
4.Once all shipments on board the vessel for Kaohsiung/Xiamen
trade and/or for Hong Kong/Xiamen trade, all offices/agents
should follow below regulations strictly.
A.To combine or split Bill of Lading on inbound M/F can not
be accepted.
B.To update consignee as "To Order" is not accepted in the
consignee column.
5.When there is no mark, to show "N/M", "No Mark", or "Nil" in the
column 18 are requested.
6.The measurement can no be zero except empty container
Special notes on inbound tranship 'metal scrap' to
Huangpu and Nanhai
Only Huangpu/Nanhai are allowed for the import of
''metal scrap''.
1.2 Indonesia
1.Manifest VS P.I.B. Report
A.The data manifest of all imported commodities entering
the Indonesian customs area must be reported within 24
hours after arrival of the transportation facility at
the first port, and any further ports that are still
within the territory of the Indonesian customs,
including all imported goods with destinations outside
Indonesia, but are loaded on the transportation means
entering the Indonesian customs area.
B.The data manifest submitted to the Indonesian customs
and excise inspection office must be in conformity
with the specifications in the P.I.B. (Notifications
of Importation of Goods)(Foreign Language) of the owner
of the goods. Particularly with regard to the weight,
volume, type/name of the commodities, type of packaging,
marking, name of the owner of such goods, cubication
of the goods.
2.On Arrival Inspection
All the goods imported into Indonesia will be provided
with a license for clearance from the port by the
customs and excise inspection office after examination/
investigation of the entire documents, between the
manifest and P.I.B. of the owner of the goods, and the
results of such examination have not shown any difference
of the imported goods reported in the manifest and those
specified in the P.I.B.
If it is proven that there is a difference between the
data manifest and P.I.B., the customs and excise
inspection office has the authority to conduct a random,
direct and physical examination of all cargo imported
into Indonesia.
3.Handling of Dangerous Cargo and Out of Gauge Cargo
A.Additional charges will be levied on dangerous and out
of gauge cargo. The acceptance of such cargo is on
case per case basis subject to confirmation by telex.
B.There will be additional re-allocation cost IDR35,000/20'
and IDR52,500/40' for dangerous cargo.
4.Deadline for Correction
All corrections to the data manifest of imported cargo
with Indonesia as their destination must at the latest
be received by the local shipping agent 24 hours after
arrival of the transportation means within the Indonesian
customs area, or, in other words, 24 hours after the
transportation means enters the Indonesian customs area.
5.Document Amendment after Submission of M/F
A.Customs will not release containers if discrepancy is
found especially in weight and volume between manifest
and P.I.B.
B.Penalty for the discrepancies must be paid before the
containers are released. Clearance in such case will
requires 2-3 weeks depending on the case. Usually by
the time the consignee pick up the container and
return it to Evergreen's depot there will be detention
charges incurred.
C.Amount of penalty and detention charges is unpredictable
and depends on each case.
D.All penalty and detention charges will be debited to
the party who caused the discrepancy.
E.Ultimate N/P's domicile/city address for all cargoes
transhipped at Indonesian port should be exactly the
same with the final destination to Indonesia to prevent
smuggling or import of prohibited goods. Any Violation
in this connection, the penalty will be imposed
unpredictable which depends on how many times the line
make mistakes during a period (last three months).
6.Penalty Incurred in Case of Late Submission of Manifest
and Errors in Document (Understatement)
A.
(1)The customs and excise office shall have the right
to impose a sanction/fine on any delayed delivery of
the data manifest, in excess of the designated 24 hours,
with a minimum fine of IDR5,000,000.(five million
rupiah) and maximum fine of IDR50,000,000.(fifty
million rupiah)
(2)The customs and excise office shall impose a sanction/
fine of minimum IDR.2,500,000.(two million five
hundred thousand rupiah) and a maximum fine of IDR
25,000,000.(twenty five million rupiah) in the event
that there are proofs of shortage or of cargo unloaded
from the transportation means as compared to the
amount specified in the Indonesian customs manifest.
B.When the discrepancy resulted in less import duty and
other levies than the actual amount (regulated in
import tariff and other charges) that should be paid,
then there will be penalty incurred as follows:
(1)If offense committed up to 3 times in any last 3
months period, and:
Discrepancy Penalty
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below 8.3% 10%
from 8.3% to 25% 25%
from 25.1% to 50% 75%
from 50.1% to 75% 100%
(2)If offense committed 4 to 6 times in any last 6 months
period, and:
Discrepancy Penalty
------------------------ ------------------
below 8.3% 12.50%
from 8.3% to 25% 31.25%
from 25.1% to 50% 62.50%
from 50.1% to 75% 93.75%
from 75.1% to 100% 125.00%
(3)If offense committed more than 6 times in any last
9 months period, and:
Discrepancy Penalty
--------------------- ------------------
below 8.3% 15.00%
from 8.3% to 25% 37.50%
from 25.1% to 50% 75.00%
from 50.1% to 75% 112.50%
from 75.1% to 100% 150.00%
(4)Total Penalty to be paid is calculated as follows:
TP = (AI - IP) + (P X (AI-IP))
TP: Total penalty to be paid.
P : Percentage of penalty imposed.
AI: Actual import charges to be paid.
IP: Total import charges already paid for.
Note:
- The calculation of total offense committed is the total
offense by all EMC and UGMC shipments from all over the
world imported to all Indonesian POD.
- All penalty will have to be paid for by local carrier.
- All penalty will be charged to all EMC and UGMC offices
or agents from where the error had originated.
7.Overstatement on Manifest Items
A.Whenever there is an overstatement in number of goods
(weight and volume) declared in manifest, the penalty
for correction will be as follows:
Number of Offense Penalty
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(1) First offense 10% x actual import charges
in any last 3 months
(2) Second offense 20% x actual import charges
in any last 3 months
(3) 3 times or more 30% x actual import charges
in any last 3 months
B.Amendments in any of the marks and packing in manifest
will incur penalty for correction of:
A maximum amount IDR50,000.00/package
C.If the shipment is missed manifested, then there will
be penalty of:
(1)100% of total import charges.
(2)If the commodity was unknown, penalty will be set
from IDR10,000.00/package minimum up to
IDR100,000.00/package.
8.Latest Payment of Penalty
All penalty resulted from corrections must be paid for
within one month starting from the date the penalty was
imposed by the customs authority.
Deviations
Approval on any deviations from all above rules can
only be given by the local customs authority.
10.Objections to Corrections
Any objections to the corrections required by customs
authority on the document will have to be settled in
Indonesian court.
11.Other Violations
Other violations on the subject of import, export and
inter insular shipments apart from amendments to
manifest content will fall under the local customs
authority in each port.
1.3 Japan
1.Import cargo manifest should be submitted to Japanese
customs 24 hours before vessel's arrival.
2.To inform the amendment to discharging port at least
before the vessel's arrival in first port of call in
Japan. Discharging port must make an amendment
application to the customs.
3.To reply promptly to discharging port's request if
amendment is required such as discrepancy in documents
or request from consignee/shipper.
4.According to loading port's confirmation telex/fax, POD
can take procedure for amendment application to customs.
5.Japan Customs requests all reefer cargos ex South East
Asia to Japan have to declare "the country of origin"
before the vessel's arrival. Therefore, the country of
origin on B/L column(8) and B/L exchange data control
manual record B304 should be provided for declaration
concerning South East Asia/ Japan trade.
6.The max gross weight of containers into Japan are
restricted to 24,000 kgs/40' and 20,320 kgs/20', it
will result in penalty for violations.
7.The measurement for FCL cargo is not must but should be
manifested, but for LCL cargo it must be manifested.
8.Two service type for one container is not acceptable.
1.4 Korea
1.Time to Declare M/F
A. General Import Cargo
M/F has to be filed 48 working hours before vessel's
arrival. Thereafter, any supplementary is subject to
fine of KRW100,000.00
B. T/S cargo
M/F should be submitted to customs 24 hours before
vessel's arrival.
C. Special Cargo - Dangerous Cargo/Reefer Cargo
Reefer M/F and DCM (with packing certificate) must be
filed at least 24-hour prior to vessel's arrival. Failure
to which brings customs penalty KRW3,000,000 per Bill.
2.N/P Should Be Addressed in Korea Without Fail
In case of triangular shipment and stale B/L, please
stipulate shipper's agent in Korea on N/P. Cargo could
be delivered to end user by shipper's agent's transfer
certificate at Korea.
3.Penalty for Amendment after Vessel Arrived
Any amendment to M/F within 60 days after vessel's arrival
can be made without any penalty. After that, any revision is
subject to fine KRW100,000.-
4.Bonded Transportation
Bonded transportation shall be allowed under FCL
container condition only by request of consignee who
must have a bonded area in destination.
5.Non-commercial cargoes and personal effects can be
completed customs clearance at both Pusan and Seoul.
6.Penalty
A.Any person who fails to declare major matters, or makes
a false declaration, shall be punished by imprisonment
for not more than one year or a fine not exceeding two
million won (KRW2,000,000.00).
B.Customs penalty should be paid within 10 days upon
receiving invoice from customs.
7.Punishment
A.Customs should punish even company as well as person,
who declare incorrect cargo details.
B.Customs criminal (person/company) violated customs
law/regulation should be punished by a police
detective lawsuit.
8.Weight Limitation
Inland transportation limitation: max 17.5 tons/20', max
22 tons/40' (all aforesaid weight limited is cargo weight)
Overweight will cause the fine of KRW 6,000,000 (1/ to
consignee: KRW 2,000,000 2/ to trucking company:
KRW 2,000,000 3/ to driver: KRW 2,000,000) and extra
expenses base on case by case.
All imported container must declare by customs system
through EDI transmission. If POL party not to provide
shipper's full name and address, customs systems refuse
to file and will cause customs penalty.
1.5 Malaysia
1.Time to Submit Import M/F
A.Manifest should be submitted 48 hours before vessel's
estimated time of arrival, late submission may result
customs impose penalty and agents/master are to ensure
its accuracy.
B.Dangerous manifest must be submitted 72 hours before
vessel's estimated time of arrival and importers must
ensure that all documents are ready if cargo is on a
"direct delivery" from ship basis failing which cargo
may have to be "over-carried".
2.Transhipped manifest should be segregated from import
manifest.
3.Amend Submitted M/F Subject to Customs Approval/Fine
A.Amendment to Consignee/Notify Party
Once manifest has been submitted, the shipping line
will have to endorse the shipping delivery order, and
the forwarders, on behalf of the importer, will have
to present a letter advising the change in importers
name directly to the customs authority. The shipping
line is not involved in the application of a change
in importers name once the manifest is submitted.
For EGM JHR Only:
Amendments of this sort will require that the port
of loading support the change with a telex corrector
that has to be sighted by the customs authority.
B.Discrepancies on Quantity/Weight/Volume
Once manifest has been submitted amendments of this
sort is subject to customs approval and may/will
attract 100% inspection of said cargo or container.
Customs penalties is at the discretion of the inspecting
officer-in-charge with a maximum penalty of MYR5000.00
or jail. Aside from the customs penalty other charges
that may be incurred will be for the relocation of
containers etc. for customs inspection.
C.Procedure for Amendment
An amended manifest has to be presented with supporting
letter from the shipping company if the mistake so
comes from the shipping line, other than that the
forwarders, on behalf of the importer, will have to
make the necessary approach and appeal.
4.Import FCL containers can only be consigned to one
single importer.
5.Import LCL Discharge Cargo
A.Import LCL discharge cargo for single consignee can
be accepted at Port Kelang and Johor.
B.Special Note for Penang Port LCL discharge Cargo
Import LCL cargo for single consignee can not be
accepted at Penang unless consignee obtained the
approval from the port authority before vessel
arrival at port.
For consolidation cargo, as the port authority is
unable to handle cargo lots which is more than
2,000 KGS (2 M/T) per single lot/unit- cargo
packing which exceeds this specification will not be
allowed to be unstuffed at the 'CFS' and importers
will have to make the necessary arrangements to
unstuff their cargo at their own expense.
1.6 Philippines
1.Manifest Required
A.The import cargo manifest should be submitted to local
customs before vessel's arrival. Every vessel must
have a complete manifest of all her cargoes.
B.Separate M/F for Each Port of Discharge
All of the cargo intended to be landed at a port in
the Phils. must be described in separate manifests
for each port of call therein. Each manifest shall
include the port of departure and the port of delivery
with the marks, numbers, quantity and description of
the packages and the names of the consignees thereof.
C.Vessel to Prepare Complete List All Sea Stores On Board
Every vessel shall have prepared for presentation to
the proper customs official upon arrival in ports of
the Philippines a complete list of all sea stores then
on board.
D.Amendment of M/F Not Allowed
A cargo manifest shall in no case be changed or altered
after arrival of the vessel, except by means of an
amendment by the master, consignee or agent thereof,
under oath, and attached to the original manifest
provided.
However, after the invoice and/or entry covering an
importation have been received and recorded in the
office of the appraiser, no amendment of the manifest
shall be allowed, except when it is obvious that a
clerical error or any other discrepancy has been
committed in the preparation of the manifest, without
any fraudulent intent, discovery of which would not
have been made until after examination of the
importation has been completed.
2.Fine For:
A.Bringing of unmanifested arms, explosives or war
equipments
Any vessel arriving at a port in the Phils. having
firearms, gunpowder, cartridges, dynamite or any
other explosives, munitions or equipment of war
concealed on board the vessel or not contained in the
manifest of the vessel, shall be fined a sum not less
than one hundred thousand (PHP100,000) pesos.
B.Failure to Supply Requisite Manifest
If any vessel enters or departs from a port of entry
without submitting the proper manifests to the customs
authorities, or shall enter or depart conveying
unmanifested cargo other than as stated in the next
preceding section hereof, such vessel shall be fined
in a sum not less than ten thousand pesos (PHP10,000)
but not exceeding thirty thousand (PHP30,000) pesos.
The same fine shall be imposed upon any arriving or
departing vessel if the master or pilot in command
shall fail to deliver or mail to the commission on
audit a true copy of the manifest of the incoming or
outgoing cargo as required by law.
C.Disappearance of Manifested Article
When any package or article mentioned in the manifest
shall not be duly forthcoming upon the arrival of the
vessel, the vessel shall be fined a sum not exceeding
two thousand (PHP2,000) pesos, unless the disappearance
of the package or article in question was not due to
the negligence of the master of the vessel or pilot
in command and explained to the satisfaction of the
collector.
The vessel shall be liable for the payment of the same
fine when a package or article listed in the manifest
does not tally materially in character or otherwise
with the description thereof in the manifest.
D.Discrepancy Between Actual and Declared Weight of
Manifested Article
If the gross weight of any article or package
described in the manifest exceeds twenty (20) per
centum the gross weight as declared in the manifest
or B/L thereof and the collector shall be of the
opinion that such discrepancy was due to the
carelessness or incompetency of the master of pilot
in command, owner or employee of the vessel, a fine
of not more than fifteen (15) per centum of the
value of the package or article in respect to which
the deficiency exists, may be imposed upon the
importing vessel.
E.Customs regulations for re-exportation of import
cargos (to original POL or 3RD country)
For re-exportation of import cargoes, the customs bureau
must be notified within 48 hours after import cargo's
arrival. If re-exportation is requested after 48 hours,
cargos will be under seizure proceeding. But if with
valid reasons, re-exportation can be arranged amicably
with customs bureau on a case to case basis.
Re-exportation permission can be secured in minimum
of one month and expenses to be incurred cannot be
determined unless final approval released from the
customs bureau.
F.Import cargoes for Philippines outports via Manila
(1)Cargoes for Philippines outports (Cebu, Davao,
Zamboanga, Cagayan de Oro, Gen. Santos, Iloilo,
Mariveles, ETC) to be discharged in Manila
require processing of transhipment permit which
can be approved within 3-5 days as soon as
Consignee submits all required Documents duly.
Spot checking of T/S cargoes is being needed by
the customs bureau at the same time.
(2)EPZA (Export Processing Zone Authority) containerized
cargoes transhipped via Manila
a.There are two (2) EPZA ports in Philippines -
i.e. Cebu and Mariveles.
b.It will take 5-10 days to secure approval of T/S
permits subject for double spot checking by
customs bureau as well as EPZ Authority with
imposition of additional charges PHP1,600
per container.
c.Telex approval from Manila agent must be secured
first before accepting EPZA containerized cargoes
for Mariveles and Cebu.
(3)Cargoes destined to Philippine outports can be
accepted only under FCL basis and Freight Prepaid.
G.The seal No. stated on B/L should correspond with
actual seal No. on container. Any discrepancy will
be penalized minimum PHP10,000 to maximum PHP30,000
(USD384-USD1,154). Besides, the container will be held
and subject to complete stripping supervised by customs
authorities.
1.7 Singapore
1.Import cargo manifest must be submitted to PSA within
48 hours before vessel's arrival.
2.Quantity/Weight/Measurement/Description of goods per
container breakdown
The Singapore Customs requires all shipping documents
to reflect above-mentioned items per container breakdown,
also quantity to be declared per particular item of goods.
3.Description in Foreign Language/General Classification
Not Acceptable
The local customs does not accept description of goods
in foreign language, in general classification,
nomenclature (ex. white goods), short-form (ex. B.W I/O
Whisky or H.X I/O Brandy) and brand classification
(ex. matignon I/O wine)
4.Amendment/Supplementary M/F to Be Received Before
Vessel's Arrival
A.Any amendment to manifest must be received by SGSGP
agent before vessel's arrival.
B.Supplementary manifest for shortlanded/overlanded
cargoes must be raised by POL for SGSGP resubmission
within 24 hours of vessel's arrival.
5.Penalties raised by customs vary from token compound
to maximum penalty of USD5,000.00
6.Stipulation of consignee's phone or fax numbers on the
C/column (3) or N/P's column (4) especially Far East
ports with short transit time to provide a more
efficient service and speedy exchange of information
to our customers.
7.Transhipped Cargo
A.Overweight transhipped containers not allowed
Transhipped containers found to be overweight will
not be allowed for loading onboard the 2nd vessel
unless container has been reworked to lessen its
cargoes' weight.
B.Shipper/Consignee/Notify Party in transhipped cargo M/F
According to Singapore Trade Development Board rules
and regulations, transhipped cargo is prohibited to
declare Shipper/Consignee/Notify Party in T/S M/F as
singapore party or any local bank, amendment of
singapore party to a foreign party on T/S M/F is not
acceptable.
In the case of switch B/L at SGSGP. Consignee and Notify
Party can be shown as singapore party on T/S M/F but
consignee must declare inward/outward permit to the
controller and registrar of import and export singapore.
The person who fails to comply with the rules or
wilfully makes any false or misleading statement,
written or oral, shall be guilty of any offence and
shall be liable to a fine not exceeding SD1,000.
8.Status of FCL and LCL Delivery
A.Container stuffed with cargo consigned to either single
or multiple consignee can be LCL delivery except the
following which can not be accepted as LCL delivery:
-- Reefer cargo (Due to absence of reefer point)
B.Same container consigned to different consignees can't
be FCL delivery but LCL required, unless the different
consignee are 'SIS' company under the same address
then the status can be 'FCL'.
Charges That Will Incur for Incorrect Declaration of
The Status of FCL and LCL
A.Change of status from 'FCL' to 'LCL' for multiple
consignee:
(1)No charge if request for change made at least 24
hours before vessel's arrival.
(2)If change made within 24 hours before vessel's
arrival, following charge will incur:
20' 40'
--------- ---------
Container Movement Order (CMO) SD 50.00 SD 75.00
(3)If change made after vessel's arrival, following
charge will incur:
20' 40'
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Container Movement Order (CMO) SD 50.00 SD 75.00
Difference in Stevedorage SD 170.00 SD 232.00
Store Rent at (per day) SD 12.00 SD 24.00
Shifting if Any (per move) SD 50.00 SD 75.00
B.Change of Status from 'LCL' to 'FCL' for single
consignee:
(1)No charge if request for change made at least 24
hours before vessel's arrival.
(2)If changes made within 24 hours before vessel's
arrival or after vessel's arrival, following charge
will incur:
20' 40'
---------- ---------
Container Movement Order (CMO) SD 50.00 SD 75.00
Shifting if Any (per move) SD 50.00 SD 75.00
1.8 Taiwan
1.Timing of Manifest Submitting
A. In order to comply with the implementation of
automatic import M/F via EDI link in Taiwan, ocean
carrier or its agent should transmit import M/F data
to the Chinese Customs at least one working day before
vessel's arrival so as to get the permission for
containers discharging.
B. Manifest for TWKLG/TWTCG cargo via TWKSG or
TWKSG/TWTCG cargo via TWKLG should be submitted to
the Chinese Customs 3 working days prior to vessel's
arrival for advance processing.
2.Penalty for Amendment Exceed Legitimate Time
The legitimate time of amendment is within 48 hours
after vessel's berth but for advance processing manifest
as mentioned in 1.2 the amendment will be based on the
following status:
A. Amendment can be made without penalty before
submitting customs declaration.
B. If amendment made after submitting customs
declaration the customs may either accept the
amendment by imposing penalty or to reject/unapprove
the amendment and such amendment will cause the
delay of cargo delivery because the shipment will
be held for examination.
Any amendment except for "consignee and notify party"
after submitting the import manifest/advance processing
manifest, cargo will be examined by customs and will
incur "inspection fee".
3.At present practice, if the legitimate time is exceeded,
the following conditions will incur customs' penalty
of TWD4,500 or TWD12,000. However, the penalty will not
limit to the said amount and is subject to customs
regulation and decision.
A. TWD4,500 for any of the following violations:
(1)Wrong container number of M/F.
(2)Service type not declared (FCL or LCL)
(3)More than one customer for a FCL container,
except same N/P on all B/L involved.
(4)Number of package on M/F more than actual
quantity/packing list. The number of package on
M/F not corresponds to the packing list or
actual quantity outturned (more than actual
quantity), it will incur a fine of TWD4,500.
However, the penalty can be exempted by the
customs if the carrier can prove that the above-
mentioned cargo are mis-unloaded on the way prior
to its original discharging ports, short-shipped
at its primary loading port, or the other
reasonable explanations.
(5)Cargo Gross Weight Discrepancy
(A)Gross weight declared on inbound M/F must be
in "kgs".
(B)Container tare weight should be excluded.
(C)In general, an allowance of 5 percent more or
less on cargo weight declared is accepted,
otherwise, a fine of TWD4,500 to be imposed if
the gross weight declared on M/F more than
actual gross weight. However, if the cargo
value is imposed by weight, any correction
shall be subject to penalty.
(6)Commodity Description Discrepancy
(A)Commodity should have clear description on the
inbound M/F, if there is any discrepancy with
the actual cargo discharged, it will incur a
customs penalty of TWD4,500. But if the
discrepancies were only caused by synonym of
the commodity, or only a clerical error
without any effect to the nature of the
commodity declared, then there will be no
penalty incurred.
(B)The following commodity should further
indicate the main commodity on inbound M/F
-- Household Appliance
-- Grocery
-- General Merchandise
(C)For the imported car, M/F should indicate
production year, brand, model and vehical
number. The discrepancy of production year
for imported car is treated as a description
discrepancy and can not be excused as a
clerical error.
(7)Local Discharge Changed to Transhipment or Vice
Versa Original declared as local discharge and
later amended to become tranship cargo, or change
to discharge under different customs'
jurisdiction and vice versa, will incur customs
penalty of TWD4,500.
(8)Request of Combining or Splitting B/L
If there is a request of combining or splitting
B/L, it would be accepted only within legitimate
time, otherwise, a customs fine of TWD4,500 per
B/L will be fined.
(9)The Number of Package Incorrect (more than
actual quantity) on M/F. The number of package
not corresponds to the packing list or actual
quantity outturned which will incur a fine of
TWD4,500 (more than actual quantity).
(10)Complete information of N/P with full address
in Taiwan Notify party's title must be fully
indicated and its address must be in Taiwan and
'P.O.BOX' is not acceptable as address.
B. TWD12,000 for any of the Following Violations:
(1)Inbound Cargo not Listed in Manifest but Added
after the Legitimate Time. Inbound cargo that was
not listed in the import M/F and was added after
the legitimate amending time will be fined of
TWD12,000. If the cargo was declared as over-landed
cargo and finally local consignee intended to pick
up this cargo, then it will cause customs fine of
TWD12,000.
(2)Number of Package on M/F Less Than Actual Quantity/
Packing List. The number of package on M/F not
corresponds to the packing list or actual quantity
outturned (less than actual quantity), it will
incur a fine of TWD12,000.
(3)In general, an allowance of 5 percent more or less
on cargo weight declared is accepted, otherwise, a
fine of TWD12,000 to be imposed if the gross weight
declared on M/F less than actual gross weight.
However, if the cargo value is imposed by weight,
any correction shall be subject to penalty.
4.Penalty for Suspicion of Smuggling
Package includes two or more separate lots should be
declared as such for avoiding customs penalty arising
from the suspicion of smuggling by local customs.
Please pay special attention on the following package
declaration while preparing outbound documents:
(1)Skid (SKD), Pallet (PLT), Bundle (BDL), Package (PKG),
and Lot Piece count on above mentioned package units
including BOXSKD (Box-Skid), PLTCTN (Pallet-Carton),
CTNPLT (Carton-Pallet), etc., should be further
indicated even if cargoes are loose loaded, a
description of "loose loaded should be marked on
inbound manifest,
For example:
11 PLT STC 192 CTN, 19 SKD STC 19 COL, 27 SKD STC
Loose Loaded
(2)Pieces (PCS)
When the PCS have outside package wrapped, please
further indicate how many packages wrapped for the
PCS on your documents,
For example: 195 CTN STC 102,500 PCS.
(3)Set (SET) and Unit (UNT)
When you use said package units to specify cargo,
especially for machinery, please do not forget to
advise how many packages are wrapped. In case the
cargo are unpacked, still it should be remarked by
wording of "no outside package wrapped".
For example:
2 SET STC 3 PKG(Package), 1 UNT (No outside package
wrapped)
5.Main Marks is Required for LCL Cargo.
It will result in an inspection fee if no marks for LCL
cargo.
6.SGS (Societe Generale De Survillance Far East Taiwan
Limited) inspection for T/S cargo at TWKSG is prohibited.
7.Customs Regulations for Transhipped Cargo
A. Description of 'General Cargo' for transhipped cargo
is accepted. However, the chinese customs require
the accurate specification for following transhipped
cargoes, what is subject to the customs' decision,
any violation of this rule will be imposed penalty
of TWD 12,000.00 to TWD 180,000.00 or the cargo will
be condemned.
(1) Tabacco, cigarette, alcohol and wine.
(2) Arms.
(3) Ammunitions.
(4) Drugs.
(5) Dangerous cargos.
(6) Agricultural products and foodstuff made in Mainland China.
(7) Discharge at uncontrol terminal.
(8) Ship spare parts.
(9) Combined sea and air cargos.
All POL at Far East are requested to mark the accurate information
in despatch report for filing T/S manifest sommthly.
B. Special application for arms and ammunitions and
dangerous cargo must be taken to the customs for
obtaining permission of transhipment.
8. Shipper's own container (S.O.C.) shipments
All POL are requested to ensure that 'SOC' or 'Shipper's
own container' wording is shown on SOC B/L and M/F for
empty and full containers. The customs penalty of
TWD 4,500.00 to TWD 12,000.00 will be levied for not
showing.
1.9 Thailand
1.Customs penalty of THB1,200.00 (about USD50.00) will be
levied for any amendment after submission of M/F to
customs which includes the following items:
A.Shipping marks:
Wrong or no mark
B.Quantity of package
(1)"Package" should be indicated to its actual
wrapping such as carton or cases.
(2)"Pallet" must show break down of package of each
pallet.
(3)"Van or Container" must show the break down of
package in each van or container.
-If the shipment is loose loaded or no packing
I.E.:Car, machinery xxx units can be used for
package declaration, in case of household/
personal effects xxx liftvans can be used.
-If shipment is in bulk
I.E.:Malt, 1 lot can be used.
C.Description:
Spare parts must show actual kind of spare parts.
D.Gross weight, Measurement
E.Consignee, Notify Party
2.Late submission on M/F (including through/travelling
M/F) will be subject to customs fine of THB5,000
(about USD200)
A.M/F must be submitted to customs at least 24 hours
prior to vessel's arrival.
B.If vessel arrives Bangkok or Laem Chabang on Sunday
or Monday, M/F must be submitted on Saturday before
noon.
3.Amendment of M/F for splitting B/L after submission of
M/F to customs will incur customs' penalty of THB5000
(about USD200) per B/L being splitted.
For example:
Old B/L |
|
New B/L |
------------------- |
|
-------------------- |
UGMC202100104605 |
splitted to |
*UGMC202100104606 |
|
|
|
*UGMC202100104607 |
* The penalty is : 2 x THB5000 = THB10,000
4.Measurement must be shown on M/F, failure to declare
the measurement on the M/F, the port authority will
impose a fine at BHT1,200 per B/L.
5.Dangerous cargoes
A.Details of following items must be shown on D.C.M.
(1) IMO class no.
(2) UN no.
(3) Page no.
B.D.C.M. must be submitted to customs at least 48 hours
prior to vessel's arrival.
C.The customs penalty of THB10,000 (about USD400.00)
per vessel will be levied for following items:
(1) Late or non-submission of D.C.M.
(2) Wrong details as mentioned in A.
D.Port Authority of Thailand Classifies Dangerous Cargo
into 3 Groups:
1. For Group-1 Cargo:
1.1 Cargo is prohibitted to discharge at THBKK
1.2 Cargo is acceptable at THLCH subject to direct
delivery by shipside.
2. For Group-2 Cargo:
2.1 To Port of THBKK or THLCH
Cargo is prohibitted to discharge directly on pier
and must immediately be picked up CY only by shipside,
or the container will be retained for returning to POL.
2.2 To ICD only CY cargo is allowed to discharge and picked
up within 3-day at the specified area after being discharged
3. For Group-3 Cargo:\par \pard\li720\nowidctlpar Only CY is
allowed to discharge on pier, but must be delivered within
5-day after being discharged.
6.Shipper's own container (SOC) shipments:
A.SOC M/F must be submitted separately, therefore all
POL are requested to ensure that "SOC" or "shipper's
own container" wording is shown on B/L and M/F.
B.The customs penalty of THB10,000 (about USD400.00)
will be levied for non-submission of SOC M/F.
7.The customs penalty for submission of wrong container no.
For shipment discharged at Bangkok and Laem Chabang,
the correction of container no. will incur the customs
penalty of THB1,200 per container (about USD50.00).
I.E.B/L EISU050300015652 involves wrong container no.
EISU3016757 and EMCU2905567, the penalty will be
THB1,200 x 2 containers: THB2,400
8.Customs penalty for INB containers discharged without
customs M/F. For shipment discharged at Thailand port
without customs M/F (due to late or non receipt of data
from POL) a customs penalty of upto THB50,000 (about
USD 1,700) will be levied.
1.10 Vietnam
1.Time to Submit Import Manifest
Manifests including import manifest and transit manifest
(for vessel's free pratique) must be submitted to
customs authority 24 hours before vessel's arrival.
2.Penalty
Any amendment of import documents must be revised
before vessel's arrival, otherwise, the customs fine
will be imposed to the parties who made the mistake as
follows:
A.Violation against the regulations for making customs
clearance by consignee after vessel's arrival at
Vietnam's port:
(1)A penalty of VND200,000 (USD20.00) will be imposed
for not making customs clearance within a legally
assigned period.
(2)A penalty of VND5,000,000 (USD500.00) for late
making customs clearance for cargo delivery after
45 days counted from date of vessel's arrival.
B.Any amendment of shipper, consignee, notify party,
description, mark numbers, package counts, weight and
measurement in cargo documents are not considered as
violation to customs regulations when shipper or his
legal representative submits to customs authority all
relevant documents for amendment prior to customs
carrying out checking the shipment. There is no fine
imposed but an amount of USD 40.00 per case will incur
as amendment fee. However, this stipulation is not
applicable for cases in which drug, weapon and
anti-revolutionary materials are involved.
C.A fine from USD 500.00 to USD 1,000.00 will be imposed
in case the shipment is discharged at other port of
destination than that declared on Bill of Lading with
no reasonable explanations.
D.A fine from USD 100.00 to USD 300.00 will be imposed
in case of failure to present related documents
indicating the legal status of the shipment (relevant
M/F duly submitted to customs by carriers).
E.A fine from USD 500.00 to USD 1,000.00 will be imposed
in case of shipment with details not in conformity with
customs declaration in connection to quantity, weight,
quality, mark-number, type, value, origin.
3.Items prohibited for cargoes from/to Vietnam
A.Items banned for Vietnam-export cargoes
(1)Arms and Ammunitions, Explosives, Military Technical
Equipment
(2)Antiquity
(3)All types of Narcotics
(4)Toxic chemical
(5)Log, sawn timber, firewood, charcoal from wood or
firewood, all products made from class 1A wood and
processed boards from class 2A, all semi-processed
wooden products, rattan materials.
(6)Wild animals, rare and precious animals and plants.
B.Items banned for Vietnam-import cargoes:
(1)Arms and Ammunition, Explosives, Military Technical
Equipment (Import of Explosives for industrial
purposes is subject to approval from the Minister
of Ministry of Commerce).
(2)All types of Narcotics.
(3)Toxic chemical.
(4)Reactionary (anti-revolutionary) and porno materials
(5)All kinds of firecrackers.
(6)Kid's toys which may bring harms to personality
education and social security.
(7)Cigarettes (except personal allocated luggage).
(8)Secondhand consumption goods (except cars under 12
seats, motorbikes and property removal of diplomats
and their kinship, of international organizations
and personal allocated luggage).
(9)Automobiles with right-hand drive (including CKD).
(10)Secondhand spare parts for cars, motorbikes...
(11)Waste materials:
The banned waste materials include Toxic chemicals,
Radiocative substances, funguses, insects, organic
substances with bad odor or excessive content of
bacteria and viruses are strictly prohibited except
waste materials essential for production are allowed.
C.Punish on violation against the regulation for
customs inspection
(1)Penalty of VND 50,000,000 (USD 5,000) imposed and
cargo re-exported:
---export/import goods which are prohibited from/to
Vietnam.
(2)Penalty from VND 50,000,000 to VND 100,000,000 (USD
5,000 to USD 10,000) imposed and cargo re-exported
or destroyed
---export/import goods, products causing harm to
people's health or environment pollution or
epidemic diseases.
4.Dangerous cargo
A.Dangerous cargo manifest and packing certificate must
be submitted to port authority 24 hours prior to
vessel's arrival.
B.Following commodities are unacceptable at Vietnamese
ports (VNHCM,VNHPG):
(1)Explosion
(2)Radioactive substances
For the safety of cargo and workers at terminal,
consignee are requested to take FCL delivery for
devanning at their own warehouse.
5.Weight limitation:
|
|
VNHCM |
VNHPG |
|
|
40'/20' |
40'/20' |
|
|
--------------- |
--------------- |
-- Port limitation |
30.0/24.0 MT |
30.0/25.0 MT |
-- Inland transportation limitation |
30.0/21.0 MT |
24.0/24.0 MT |
(All aforesaid weight limitation including tare weight)
6.Complete Information of Consignee/Notify Party in Vietnam.
Consignee's name and/or notify party's name must be
shown on manifest/Bill of Lading with full style/address
in Vietnam.
1.11 Cambodia
1.Manifest Requirements
A. Import M/F should be submitted to customs at least 24 hours
prior vessel arrival.
B. Pol should clearly state the following details of Consignee/
Notify party for each B/L.
1) Full company name (must be Cambodian parties)
2) Person in charge
3) Telephone No/Fax NO.
C. Manifest Amendment
Any amendment on import M/F should be made before vessel's
arrival, otherwise, the penalty will be imposed whcih depends
on decision of customs and can range from USD 200 - 500 per B/L.
1.12 Myanmar
1.Import manifest should be submitted to customs 48 hours prior
to feeder vessel's arrival at Yangon.
2.Consignee and Notify Party should be a Burmese party with
full company name and address.
3.B/L and manifest must not show the words 'Taiwan',
'Republic of China', or any wording that would imply cargo
source being related to Taiwan.
4.Any amendment to manifest should be made 48 hours prior to
vessel's arrival; otherwise, customs penalties may be imposed.
5.The following cargoes are not to be imported into Yangon
A. Dangerous cargo with imco 1,2 & 7'
B. Radioactive substance and irritated substance
2 West Asia
2.1 Bangladesh
1.Import of Dangerous Cargoes to Chittagong Port
A.Container carrying dangerous cargo may be brought by
both 20' and 40' container. Subsequent notice reveals
that port authority will not accept any kind of broken,
holed and damaged dangerous cargoes. Only the complete,
unimpaired, and well packaged cargoes can be unloaded
from ship after completing all formalities of the port
for direct delivery to importers who must inspect
prior taking delivery.
B.DCM shall have to be submitted to local naval authority
96 hours before the vessel's arrival.
2.Customs Regulation of Import Edible Cargo to Bangladesh
Discharge of all imported edible cargo are not allowed
to discharge from vessel in port without production of
radiation free certificates issued by the concern
authority from the POL and are not allowed to clear
the same by the consignee from Bangladesh Atomic Energy
Commission, edible cargo especially includes all kinds
of milk food, edible oil, food grain etc.
3.Import of Raw Cotton to Chittagong Port
If any raw cotton is due to be shipped to BDCGG (Bangladesh):
A.The agent of common feeder must provide BDCGG Authority
a 14 days pre-notice to obtain lift-off permission and
T/S port agent (EGS SGP) has to gather the aforesaid
data and advice same to POD (BSL DAC) and feeder
operator 14 days advance of feeder's arrival BDCGG.
B.To meet this requirement, POL shall additionally
provide details including (1) origin of cotton, (2)
pre-carrier's name, (3) cargo volume, (4) container
number, (5) B/L number to T/S port (EGS SGP/TFD) and
POD (BSL DAC) soonest upon vessel's departure from POL.
4.Import cargo manifest (locally known as import general
manifest or IGM) should be submitted to customs 72
hours before arrival of the vessel at port, failing
which port will not allow discharging permission and
customs will impose penalty for any late submission/
amendment which also involves miscellaneous expenses.
5.Importation of more than one consignment in FCL container
and one consignment covered more than one B/L for one
FCL container will not be handled as FCL but declared as
LCL(CFS) cargoes and penalty/expense/loss will be levied
for any violation, therefore cargoes destined to
Bangladesh only on condition that CFS/CY or CY/CY terms
along with one set Bill of Lading and single consignee
(notify party) and sole consignment for single container
can be accepted.
6.Cargo Description on B/L
Cargo description without particulars such as 'general
cargoes' will not be accepted.
7.Weight Limitation (Including Tare Weight)
A. For BDCGG
30.48 K.TON / 40 HC & 40'
24.00 K.TON / 20'
B. For BDDAC
30.00 K.TON / 40 HC & 40'
24.00 K.TON / 20'
8.Food grain and any other BULK cargo must be carried in BAG
in the import laden box, otherwise will impose heavy penalty.
2.2 India
Regulations/Practice of Indian Ports and Customs Summary
1. Submission of Customs Manifest
A. Time to Submit Manifest (M/F)
(1) M/F submission for INMBA, INNXV, INTUT, INVIS, INCOK
and all inland destinations delivered via INMBA, INNXV
has to be filed 24-hour before vessel's arrival.
(2) M/F submission for INCCU,INCEN and INXKD has to be done
48-hour before vessel's arrival.
B. Special Notice When Submission
(1) M/F has to contain consignee's full style.
(2) Description for cargoes such as brass scrap, computer
or machinery must be clearly mentioned close behind
first three lines of description column.
2. Penalty for additional entry and supplementary manifest
(1)Calcutta:
Port: For late entries there is a fine of RS 500/PER
container which is debited to our deposit account
with the port. This is done without any further
reference to the line.
Customs: Fines and expenses range from INR 500 per B/L plus
INR 500 per container.
(2)Chennai: Penalty in case of additional entry/supplementary
manifest is INR 10,000/per B/L.
(3)Cochin: There is fine/penalty ranging from INR 500 to INR 10,000
for any additional entry/supplementary in the IGM once
finalisation is over if any amendment is to be made on the
manifest already filed with customs EDI, special permission is
to be obtained from the "Assistant Commissioner of customs"
manifest clearance department on payment of INR 100 to the customs
treasury on each line number.
(4)Bombay: Minimun 10% of value of the cargo.
(5)Nhava Sheva: Minimun 10% of the value of the cargo.
(6)Tuticorin: There is no penalty but amendmend fees of INR 250/per
amendment will be applicable.
(7)Kandla: Supplementary IGM not accepted the customs confiscate
the cargo and issue show cause notice to the line.
3. Change of Cargo Weight
Changing cargo weight depends on customs discretion.
If it is a clerical error, customs generally do not
impose any penalty and allow for amendment. However,
in case of certain cargoes where duty payable on basis
of the weight, customs strictly check and ask for an
explanation for such amendment if they suspect wrong
declaration.
4.
A. Complete Information of Consignee or Notify Party
The ultimate consignee's name and full address in
India must be mentioned on B/L. Consignee and notify
party column as only banker's name is not acceptable
for customs manifestation. Guidance in absence of
Indian notify party's name, i.e., ultimate
consignee's name, and full address in India, customs
do not accept the manifest which is mandatory to be
filed within 24 hours of vessel's arrival. Otherwise,
container has to be returned to POL without being
discharged to avoid heavy penalty.
B. Changing Consignee's Name
Changing consignee's name after filing the manifest
is entirely upto the discretion of the customs
authorities. New consignee has to produce the cargo
clearance documents, together with the invoice,
packing list, contract, L/C copy, etc. together with
formal request from the shipping line for such
amendment. If customs are satisfied they allow for
changing the consignee's name.
5. Excess landing or short landing cargo in container
Actual No. of packages with proper marks must be in
the manifest otherwise line will be answerable for
any shortlanding or excess landing of cargo including
NVOCC container.
6. FCL and LCL Definition
FCL -- When only one consignee's cargo lying in one
container, then no matter whatever status shown in the
B/L, this container is treated as FCL only and is not
allowed to be destuffed in the port warehouse. Consignee
has liberty to take direct delivery of their cargo from
the container after paying the extra THC/D, or after
customs examination consignee can take container to their
factory for destuffing. Consignee is liable to pay
container detention charges till such time the empty
container is returned to the line's empty container depot.
LCL -- In case more than one consignee's, repeat more
than one actual consignee's, cargo lying in one container
(NVOCC maybe one, but many actual consignee's names are
filed in the customs manifest), then the container being
treated as LCL and it is obligatory on the part of the
shipping line to destuff the cargo in port premises.
No cargo demurrage charges are applicable till such time
cargo destuffed from the container.
Container ground rent charges are payable to the port
authorities by the shipping line irrespective of whether
the container is FCL or LCL, from the date of the
container landing till it is destuffed or removed from
the port premises.
Changing status of container from FCL to LCL or vice
versa, is not permitted by port authorities as it
involves port revenue.
7. Container for ICD Destination
For handling ICD containers, shipping line has to file
the manifest at the seaport, prepare the transhipment
permit, and deliver the cargo to the railway or CWC
(Central Warehousing Corp.) to carry to the respective
ICD.
For most of the ICDs the containers are taken by rail
only (railway authorities are a government of India
undertaking), and in certain cases by truck handled by
the CWC (a government of India undertaking), i.e., all
ICD containers are handled by the government of India
authorities, and no private carriers do the internal
transportation. Over and above, all ICDs are under
customs authorities jurisdiction.
8. Reshipment of Imported Cargo for India
Once cargo imported in India reshipment not allowed unless
CNEE approves that the cargo indented is different than the
cargo received but this is a lenghty process.
Scrap/Cheap Waste Material
Metal scrap like zinc dross, lead scrap, battery
waste, plastic scrap and other waste are restricted
items at Mumbai, Nhava Sheva, Kandla and New Delhi.
Consignees rarely clear the cargo on time or abandon this
cargo and container remains blocked for indefinite period.
As such, same should not be accepted. However, expensive
metal scrap like brass scrap and copper scrap can be
accepted as consignees always clear these commodities.
Woollen rags should not be accepted for Nhava Sheva as
there is no warehouse for destuffing same. Most of the
time consignees do not come forward for clearing this
cargo on time and container remains uncleared for
indefinite period. As such, POL should take sufficient
precaution before accepting these commodities.
In case of this scrap material meant for Chennai, Cochin
and Calcutta, same may be accepted subject to prior
approval taken from these ports directly.
10. Cochin Shipments
A. Any amendment to M/F is subject to documentary
correction sheet from POL.
B. Dutiable cargoes, person effects, household goods,
unaccompanied baggage or synthetic rags has to be
stripped in port designated CFS for customs assessment/
collection of duty, physical cargo check-up, and then
is released to importer at LCL basis only.
11. CFS Mulund
There is an ICD called Mulund CFS situated about 25 KMS
from Nhava Sheva having all customs facilities for
import and export. If consignee intends to take
delivery of container from CFS Mulund, port of discharge
should be shown in column No.16 of B/L as 'Nhava Sheva'
and place of delivery in column No.17 will be
'CFS mulund'. Extra charges for moving the container
by road (by goverment contractor) has to be borne by
the consignee locally.
12. Haldia
Cargo meant for Haldia should not be loaded on vessel
destined to Calcutta, although both ports fall under
the jurisdiction of the Calcutta dock system. This
is because port charges and customs formalities are
different for Calcutta and Haldia.
13. Transhipment of Cargo Between Mumbai and Nhava Sheva
Although the Nhava Sheva port is situated across the
Mumbai harbour, transhipment of cargo between these
two ports involves very lengthy procedure and heavy
expenses. As such, no container should be accepted for
Nhava Sheva port via Mumbai or vice versa, since a
direct service to both these ports is available.
14. Amendment of OB/L Locally Not Permitted
Customs authorities do not accept amendment of OB/L
locally. Any amendment in the OB/L must be corrected
by the POL. In case of any corrector received,
shipping line corrects the documents before vessel's
arrival and files the correct manifest with customs
and port authorities. As such, any corrector after
issuing B/L should be sent by GIESCO followed by a
fax to avoid mistake for customs manifestation, and
if any correction required on the OB/L same should
be done from wherever the B/L has been issued.
15. For Shipper's Own Container Shipment
Any container imported into India is required to be
re-exported within six months. Otherwise, Indian
customs hold carrier liable for customs duty.
State 'shipper's own container' on the B/L is necessary
in case the consignee refuses to accept the empty
container then the carrier will not be responsible for
any customs duty.
16. In India port of discharge cannot issue the Bill of
Lading as per local customs regulations and practice.
17. Date of shipment on original Bill of Lading and
non-negotiable Bill of Lading should remain the same
since manifest filed on the basis of non-negotiable
Bill of Lading. When customer submits original Bill of
Lading with different date, customs authorities will
issue a notice to the carrier for this difference.
Correction on Bill of Lading is possibly provided via
EMCIS4 and followed by telex or fax before container
discharged at transhipment port, i.e., Colombo or
Singapore.
18. For loading and discharging no cargo to be accepted
beyond the capacity of the ship's gear. In which case,
vessel will get stuck in the port or container would be
over-carried, mainly when the container is
over-dimensional or over-weight.
1 Change of destination
The customs authorities normally do not permit to change the
destination once the container arrives and manifest filed with
the customs authorities. The authorities are not permitting to
change the destination to other sea ports and also icds in India.
2.3 Pakistan
Import Cargoes to Karachi
1.Customs Manifest Filing:
A.In order to prepare and complete customs manifest for
filing within 24 hours of vessel's arrival, each T/S
port agent should send the tranship report immediately
upon feeder vessel's sailing from their end.
B.POD agents also have to submit to customs bound
undertaking for export of undertaking that said
containers will be re-exported within 6 months. total
numbers of inbound containers within 6 months, in
accordance with the goverment temporary importation
policy.
C.All POLs are requested to mention both net weight and
gross weight separately on B/L and manifest for every
cargo destined to Pakistan and customs authorities will
not accept the manifest without mentioning net weight
and gross weight.
D.Notify party/address must be situated within Pakistan.
2.Amendment in Customs Manifest:
Request for amendment in customs mainfest (once M/F
already filed) should be confirmed by POL, duly supported
by shipper's requirement/consent. This should be a
documentary evidence and should be sent to POD agents,
so as to enable them to submit to customs, when required.
Concerned party failing to submit such documents in
support of the requested amendment shall be liable to
penal action as per customs rules. However as per
existing rules, range of penalties is different in
different case.
The stipulated time of amendment in the Import General
Manifest (IGM) or supplementary IGM is within seven
days of vessel's arrival, afterwards, the customs
authority has descretionery power whether to accept the
amendment on imposing penalty up to PKR.25000 (USD 805)
per Index/BL or to reject/unapprove amendment.
3.Cargo Destined for Afghanistan:
Customs authorities do not allow any amendment in manifest
once manifest is submitted to them for the cargo destined
for Afghanistan. The cargo manifest in local manifest
cannot be transfered into Afghan cargo manifest at all.
4. Dangerous Cargo Documentation:
A. The POL should prepare/send separate D.C.M. according to
the following classification and provide full details of
the dangerous cargo including IMCO class, UN NO. in order
that the agent have complete information to submit
application to DEKPT authorities before container
discharged at PKKHI.
B. All BS/L pertaining to dangerous cargo containers must
provide complete IMCO details on D.C.M.
5.Containers Bound for ICD Lahore (PKIHD) Destination:
A.If B/L is reading ICD destination in column 17, the
inland haulage will be arranged by carriers and if
inland routing is mentioned elsewhere on B/L, same will
not be carriers responsibility and merchants will have
to conduct inland haulage on their own
B.The consignee's address must be situated at Lahore
(PKIHD) otherwise authorities concerned will not allow
transportation on Lahore.
C.To complete the requirement formalities with concerned
authorities for transportation of cargo to PKIHD
shipper's invoice, packing list, OB/L, copy of
government registration certificate etc, should be
forwarded to GAC KHI office 10 working days prior to
vessel's ETA KHI.
Consignee will submit all required documents, such
as shipper invoice, packing list, OB/L, copy of
government registration certificate etc., to GAC
shipping Pakistan (PVT) LTD. Karachi 10 days prior
arrival of the vessel. Failing which port demurrage
and lines container detention charges shall be on
consignee's account.
D.Hazardous cargo of any IMCO class is not acceptable by
Pakistan railway and the same cannot be transported on
carriers haulage.
Export from Karachi
1.Containers to be stuffed/sealed and/or loaded on vessel
after customs permission to shippers who to comply
customs requirements.
2.Agents are required to prepare and submit to authority
for export cargo manifest with copies of B/L after
vessel's sailing alongwith copies of relevant shipping
bills and mate's receipt (to be complied by PKKHI agent).
3.List of all containers re-exported by the agents on each
vessel are also to be submitted separately by the agent
to customs authority for cancellation of bond undertaking.
2.4 Sri Lanka
1.M/F for local imports cargoes from ISC ports should be
submitted 24 hours prior to vessel's arrival. Other ports
should be submitted 48 hours prior to vessel's arrival.
2.Customs regulations and penalties for M/F amendment/late
submission
A.Amendment after M/F submission, a penalty of LKR25.00
per Bill Of Lading will be imposed.
B.Splitting of B/L after M/F submission and submission
of new M/F for split B/L, a penalty of LRK250.00 per
B/L per day from date of submission of first M/F till
date of submission of new M/F will be imposed.
C.Any late submission of M/F will result in customs
imposing penalty of LKR 500 per day per B/L from date
of vessel's arrival upto the date of submission.
3.M/F should give full details of weight as well as
measurements.
4.Classification of containers as FCL or LCL
Containers will be classified as FCL or LCL on the
following basis:
A.FCL containers
Containers with all the cargo in it consigned to one
consignee irrespective of the number of Bills of Lading.
B.LCL containers
Containers with the cargo in it consigned to more than
one consignee.
Change of container status from FCL to LCL will be
allowed subject to the following conditions:
20' and 40' container should have less than 5 and 10
freight tons respectively.
Written request should be submitted to the container
terminal by the consignee with relevant shipping
agent's written approval before the discharge of such
container from the vessel.
If the written request for change of status is received
at the container terminal subsequent to the discharge
of a container, the consignee or the shipping agent
should pay in advance the storage rent accrued by the
container up to the date of destuffing where appropriate.
5.Dangerous Cargo M/F
A.For explosives including nitrate and calcium nitrate
(local imports and intransit cargoes)
Defence Ministry should receive all information about
explosives 7 days prior vessel's arrival for submission
to the head of the Ministry for his perusal and
approval. Under this circumstance, GLK CMB request
to receive D.C.M. at least 8 days prior to vessel's
arrival at LKCMB.
B.All nitrates (imports and intransit-T/S prohibited)
are classified under S.L.P.A. group IIE to supersedes
the IMDG code. As far as imports to Sri Lanka is
concerned all shipments of calcium nitrate should be
covered by a dangerous cargo M/F, failure to do so
will result in vessel being denied a berth and/or
heavy penalties being imposed on the line.
6.Incorrect declaration of the status of container (local
or transhipment) will result a heavy penalty of
LKR100,000.00. Change of destination if any from
Colombo to any other destination or vice versa should be
notified to Colombo agent at least 48 hours before
vessel's arrival in order to escape from such penalty.
7.If any goods declared in the M/F or parcel list is not
found on board when the customs officers board the vessel,
the master or agent shall be liable for a penalty of
LKR25,000.00 per package short or deficient.
8.If any local cargo declared in the M/F or parcel list
is found short of quantity, or is found not discharged
at the port Colombo at the time of finalizing their
tally record, a penalty not exceeding LKR100,000.00
shall be imposed on the master or the agnet.
The department of customs shall auction the goods which
are not cleared within 21 days in order to recover
customs duty.
10.The container shall be forfeited if the container is
used for importation, exportation or conveyance of
prohibited goods, and if the goods contained are
undervalued or wrongly described.
3 Arabian
Persian Gulf/Red Sea
3.1 Bahrain
1.M/F
M/F must show nationality of vessel container I.S.O. code
and/or carrier's own type code to the containers.
2.Time to Submit M/F
Cargo M/F must be submitted to the customs 48 hours prior
to vessel's arrival.
3.Except forwarder's cargo, one container consigneed to one
consignee is not allowed manifested as FCL/LCL even if
covered under more than one B/L
4.One set of B/L one service type.
5.All M/F should clearly state the following items for each
individual container
A.Gross weight
B.Measurement
C.Total number of packages
6.Penalty for
A.Late M/F amendment
If amendment to be made to any import M/F 24 hours
after vessle's arrival, the customs authorities will
levy a charge of BHD 1.000 (approx USD 2.68) per
amendment.
B.Failure to declare FCL/LCL container
Forwarder cargo at FCL/LCL basis is subjected to
following data to be declared to the port authorities
at least 72-hour prior to vessel's arrival:
(1)Vessel / voyage
(2)Container number / size
(3)Number of B/L
In case of failing that, port authorities will fine
BHD 500(about USD 1,345) per container.
C.Actual importer's/buyer's name should be indicated
in cargo manifest. Failing to comply with rule will be
fined BD500(USD1,342) per case.
3.2 United Arab Emirates
1.Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Jebel Ali
1.1 M/F should be submitted to customs 48 hours prior
to vessel's arrival. Late submission will be fined
DHS500.
1.2 Dangerous Cargo
A.Whenever dangerous cargo on board, cargo in
transit as well as cargo planned for discharge
at ZADUB must be reported to port authority.
B.Only dangerous boxes being properly described/
labeled in accordance with the IMDG codes can be
accepted by port authority.
C.Failure to comply with port rule may prolong
vessel's port-stay and may cause penalty as
determined by the authority.
2.Dubai
"Port Rashid" or Dubai must be indicated in POD column
of M/F.
3.3 Kuwait
1. Rules for import cargo
A. Import manifest (M/F) and B/L copy must be submitted
two working days prior to vessel's arrival. B/L copy
should be in original, not be photostated or handwritten.
B. Supplementary submission has to be done within 4-day
after vessel's arrival, otherwise customs fine KD50 per
submission will be imposed.
C. M/F and B/L copy must cover
(1). Consignee (actual consignee or bank) and Notify Party
that must be located in Kuwait.
(2). Number of Packages
(3). Cargo/tare weight for each unit of FCL shipment, or
proportional cargo/tare weight for each LCL shipment.
(4). Country of Origin
D. M/F must not contain any wording or language in connection
with Iraqi, such as:
(1). Iraqi
(2). Kuwait intransit to Iraq.
(3). 'IPLT' as notify party which is Iraqi owned company,
namely "Iraqi public land transport".
E. Original B/L issued with Shuwaikh or Shuaiba as port of discharge
has to be informed to doc-imp department well in advance of vessel
arrival in order to arrange accordingly.
2. Rules for in-transit cargo
A. In-transit M/F clearly stating 'final destination' has to
be prepared separately from Kuwait import M/F and be
declared 2 working days prior to vessel's arrival.
B. Kuwait port authority only accept in-transit cargo on
FCL basis.
C. In-transit cargo can not be mixed into Kuwait import container.
3. Rules for Special Cargo
A. Dangerous Cargo
(1). Prior approval is required from port authority for IMCO
cargo. Be ensure to confirm with operation department
before loading.
(2). Dangerous cargo manifest must be prepared by IMO
regulation and be submitted 4-day prior to vessel's
arrival.
(3). Through summer months of June/July/August, IMO
containers classified 3.1/3.2 can not be stored at
terminal and must be delivered directly to consignee
at shipside due to rise in temperature. Failure to
comply with the rule will result in port authority's
refusal to discharge the IMO boxes.
(4). A sum of KD 100/- fine shall be debited to port of loading
for each container or trailer containing dangerous goods and
not declared prior arrival at terminal.
(5). A sum of KD 100/- fine shall be debited to port of loading
for each containr or trailer containing dangerous goods
and discharged without displaying dangerous (imco label) cargo.
B. Cargoes Strickly Forbidden to Import:
(1). All Kinds of Narcotic Drugs
(2). All Kinds of Alcoholic Beverage
(3). All Kinds of Pornography Materials
C. Automobiles
All vehicle, containerized or uncontainerized, has to be
manifested with correct chassis number, type and model.
D. Cargo to Kuwait Free Trade Zone (K.F.T.Z.)
'Kuwait Free Trade Zone' or 'K.F.T.Z./Kuwait' has to be
clearly manifested as final destination and it has to be
advised Kuwait agent 4 days prior of vessel arrival.
4. Weight limitation
A. Limitation for 20'/40': 24 M.Ton/30 M.Ton (which include tare weight)
B. Container declared overweighted will be charged extra THC/D KD22/20'
and KD38/40' by port authorities and vessel agent will collect
the same from consignee.
C. If not manifested as overweight and turned out to be overweight on
physical weighing by port authorities, extra THC/D will be debited
to port of loading.
D. At any cost weight shoud not exceed gantry crane capacity of 35 tons.
5. Cargo delivery
A. One container consigned to one consignee must be FCL
delivery even if covered under Multiple bills of landing.
B. One container consgined to more than one consignee has to
be declared as LCL delivery.
3.4 Saudi Arabia
1.General Regulations
All Parties Concerned Kindly Be Guided:
To protect the line from unexpected loss, you are
strongly asked to produce a prescribed guarantee form
bearing following-quoted SPA's regulations and draw the
attention of shippers to the same regulations, their
recognition and their agreement to coincide with it and
to be fully responsible for any penalties imposed due
to their violation in this connection.
A.Weight Limit
No pallet or unit may exceed 2,000 (two thousand) kilos.
B.Timber and Plywood Banned Completely
Timber and plywood are banned completely in all
standard I.S.O. containers, and also on flats,
platforms and trailers. The conventional cargo
handling methods only are acceptable.
C.Building Materials Must Be Palletized or Unitized.
Building materials, including sanitary ware and tiles
may continue to be shipped in closed dry containers
provided that they are palletized or unitized to allow
handling by forklift truck. Building materials are
classified as any type of material used in the
construction of, for employed as fixture or
installations in building of any sort.
D.Bagged Cargo and Drums Must Be Palletized or Unitized.
Any and all bagged cargo and cargo in drums may
continue to be shipped in closed dry containers,
provided that it is palletized or unitized to allow
handling by forklift trucks.
E.Heavy Machinery and Equipment Must Be Unitized or
Palletized
Heavy machinery and equipment may continue to be
shipped in closed dry containers, provided that it
is palletized or unitized to allow handling by
forklift trucks.
Note:Heavy machinery and equipment exceeding the unit
weight limit of 2,000 kgs may be shipped in open
top container, on flats, platforms or open
trailers. Cargo thus shipped must be unitized,
pre-slung or fitted with lifting points to
permit immediate access by mechanical means.
Weight Limit:The rated weight capacity of the carrying
equipment.
F.Large and Heavy Tyres
(1).Tyres weighing more than 50 kgs per bundle, are
not permitted for shipment in closed dry containers.
.These tyres may be shipped in open top containers,
flats, trailers, or as general cargo, provided
that such tyres are unitized in bundles that do
not exceed 2,000 kgs in weight.
.Such unitized bundles are to be provided with
lifting points for handling purposes.
(2)Shipping agents are to notify their principals
abroad of this requirement indicated in (1), in
order to comply when shipping tyres to the
Kingdom's ports.
Chambers of commerce are required to notify tyre
importers to observe these requirements when
concluding contract documents for import, or as a
condition for opening letters of credit.
(3)With effect from March 7, 1992, breaches of the
requirements stipulated within this circular, shall
be subject to:
.A fine of SAR. 5,000 (five thousand Saudi Riyales)
for every closed dry container.
.A fine of SAR. 1,000 (one thousand Saudi Riyales)
for every open top container, flat, trailer, or
general cargo stowage, per 20,000 kgs of the cargo
(i.e. the approximate cargo weight per 20 feet
container.)
G.Cars Are Banned Completely
Cars are banned completely from shipment in closed dry
containers. Cars may be shipped in open top containers
or on flats. They must be unlocked and accompanied by
keys to allow then to be driven for examination.
H.Steel Structures Banned Completely
Steel structures are banned completely from shipment
in closed dry containers. Steel structures may be
shipped in open top containers, on flats, platforms or
open trailers. Cargo must be unitized, pre-slung or
fitted with lifting points to permit immediate access
by mechanical means.
Weight Limit:The rated weight capacity of the carrying
equipment.
I.Limitation for unpalletised cargo
Cargo not mentioned specifically in the categories
above are not affected by SPA's restrictions on the
shipment of cargo in closed dry containers. All other
cargoes may be shipped unpalletized and ununitized,
subject to a weight limit of 2,000 kgs per piece.
However, SPA recommends palletization or unitization
whenever possible to speed stripping of cargo for
examination.
For your easy understanding, though all other cargoes
may be shipped unpalletized and ununified, SPA
recommends that palletization or unitization is
still required whenever possible to speed stripping/
stuffing of container in shortest possible time for
customs inspection by using forklift (subject to a
weight limit of 2,000 kgs per unit) or other
mechanical means to avoid delays and to minimize the
labour cost, otherwise a penalty still should be
imposed.
According to port authorities offices, the acceptable
dimension/weight of packages which are not necessary
to be palletized are limited to following conditions:
(1)The weight of each package remain within 30 kgs and
the dimensions of package can be manually handled
by single person easily without a very large
dimension or awkward shapes.
(2)The container is not stuffed in full to cause any
difficulty/inconvenience for manually stripping/
restuffing upon SAJED customs' inspection.
J.Penalty
A penalty of SAR 1,000.00 (one thousand) could be
imposed on the container being stuffed in violation
of the above said rules.
The shipper and the person in charge of CFS operation
must pay attention in compliance with the rules.
K.Packing List With Full Address of Consignee/Notify
Effective from March 15, 1990, the SPA (Saudi Port
Authorities) have instructed that the packing list
with full address of consignee/notify should be affixed
on the backside of each container door without fail and
any violation of this rule will be imposed a penalty
ranging from SAR 500.00-5000.00 each container.
L.Containers
(1)Containers Loaded in Excess of Rated Weight Capacity
-Container loaded in excess of rated capacity is
prohibited.
-The rated capacity of a container shall mean the
maximum gross weight (tare weight plus cargo weight)
as marked on the CSC (International Convention for
Safe Containers)
-Safety approval plate and all max. gross weight
must be consistent with rated capacity.
-Gross weight limit for 20'/40'is 20,000 kgs/30,000
kgs respectively.
-Failing to comply, the port will impose a fine
between SR. 2000-SR. 5000.
(2)Containers Bearing Valid 'CSC PLATES '
-All containers destined to Saudi Arabian ports
should bear a 'VALID CSC PLATE ' to comply with
international safety regulations.
-Containers arriving without CSC PLATE or with
EXPIRED CSC PLATE will be imposed fine approx
SR. 5000.
M.Marking and Labelling
(1)Container in which dangerous goods are packed
should bear IMDG CODE CLASS PLACARDS not less than
15X15(CM) in size, there should be at least 3 such
placards placed externally in conspicuous places,
one for each container side and one on the door end.
(2)Old placards for previous shipments no longer
applicable, they should be removed.
(3)The PROPER SHIPPING NAME (CORRECT TECHNICAL NAME)/
CLASS/UN.NO./PAGE NO. must be shown on the labels
stuck outside the package of dangerous goods or
hazardous material.
2.Manifest Requirements
A.M/F Must Indicate:
(1)Approved of container CSC plates on each M/F page
"Each container on this M/F has been tested and
approved CSC standard and bears a valid CSC plate"
(2)For FCL Containers
Container Number/Size, Seal Number, Number of
Packages, Gross Weight of Cargo, Tare Weight of
each container and Max Payload should be indicated
separately.
For LCL Containers
In addition to Container Number/Size, Seal Number,
Marks and Max Payload, Number of Packages and Cargo
Weight of each B/L should be given separately.
(3)The last page of each part M/F (E.G. Damman LCL,
Damman FCL and Riyadh, etc) should be stamped
and signed.
(4)Vessel name and voyage number have to be appeared
on each page.
(5)All individual attached items and/or spare parts,
for example, boxes of spares, tyres, pumps,
engines etc., loaded alongwith shipments of
machinery in knock-down condition, used heavy/light
vehicles, concrete pumps, cranes etc., should be
individually declared in the manifest in order to
apply exact duties which scale may vary from one
item to another.
The one will be penalized, at customs authority
discretion, from a minimum of customs duty (12
percent of cargo value) upto maximum 4-5 times of
normal customs duty, if failing to comply with
the rule.
(6)The CBM for general containers and RO/RO cargo should
be mentioned in manifest; otherwise, port may refuse to
accept the manifest.
B.Submission of Manifests
(1)M/F should be submitted to authorities at least
6-7 days prior to vessel's arrival, supplementary
M/F is not accepted by authorities.
(2)Deletion of some Bills of Lading from the M/F is
to be ensured by cancellation or non-shipment
explanations duly certified from loading port
pursuant to Art (9) from rules and customs
director's letter no.75/1/2 dated 27.4.1406H.
(3)Delayed Submission on Manifests
This may be interpreted as supplementary manifests
which are unacceptable in all occasions and will
not be esteemed as special shipping details
post-arrival of vessels and unloading. These
supplementaries will not serve an exemption to
ship's agent's paying the penalty which will be
equivalent to the customs duty. For recurrence of
the same, levying of penalty will be a three
multiple of the duty.
C.M/F Amendment
No amendment/correction to the manifest can be made by
shipping agents after submission to customs unless
prior approval is taken from customs. In order to
facilitate, the customs management laid down the
following procedures.
(1)Minor corrections to name of Consignee, Container NO.,
Bill of Lading Number, and Marks are permitted after
submission of manifest to customs, provided the
shipping agents submit a signed and stamped letter to
customs, giving reasons for correction.
(2)If the amendment is required to change the importer
to another importer, or from one person to another
person, then written consent of first beneficiary
(importer) to transfer to second importer, alongwith
necessary shipping documents to be submitted, under
cover of agents signed/stamped letter of customs
management for their approval.
(3)No amendment to delivery order can be made after
issuance unless prior approval is obtained from
customs management.
Customs management may impose penalties from SR.2000/-
and over per amendment for major amendments to change
importer, commodity and change in D/O.
D.Shipping Marks on Each Package for LCL Cargo
All cargoes in LCL containers must contain shipping
marks on each package as consignments.
E.Foodstuff must be described detailedly, clearly,
and accurately also indicating type of food stuff
carried as breakbuck or containerized.
F.Customs does not allow to amend gross weight 5 days
prior to vessel's arrival.
G.One set of B/L with two service types (E.G. FCL/FCL
and LCL/LCL) is acceptable but M/F must be separated
since these documents are submitted to different
authorities dealing with FCL and LCL shipments.
H.Separate M/F for LCL Cargo
LCL cargo M/F must not be mixed with FCL M/F but
must be presented separately as LCL containers are
to be removed from terminal to CFS within 24 hours
from the date of sailing.
I.Complete Information of N/P
N/P column should have all details including name,
full address, telex/telephone/fax number.
J.Cargo Delivery
(1)Customs authority does not accept container as
LCL delivery when cargo is consigned to one N/P.
(2)If there is more than one consignee in one container,
cargo has to be declared as LCL delivery irrespective
of the N/P being of the same group of companies.
(3)Failing to comply as advised a fine will be imposed
between SR.2000-SR.5000.
3.Penalty
A.Unitization/Palletization of Cargo
Above restrictions are applied to speed cargo handling/
delivery by the use of mechanical handling by forklifts
or other means. Penalty SAR.1,000/each container. And also
shipment on pallet should show out the inside package for
pallet on the manifest & OB/L, or it will impose the penalty
SAR.2,000-SAR.5,000 per case.
B.Cargo Banned in Container
Timber/plywood/cars/steel structures.
Penalty SAR.1,000/each container.
C.Statue Toys Banned
Above cargo are completely banned for import, if such
cargo is imported either the cargo is destroyed or
re-exported back to its origin.
D.'Nil' Marking or Wrong Marking
The marks & numbers on the OB/L & manifest should be in
accordance with the actual cargo marks and numbers.
It is not allowed to show "as addressed". Failing to
comply as advised, a fine will be imposed between
SAR.2,000-SAR.5,000.
E.Change of Consignee Name and Marking at The Same Time
If consignee name is changed from the manifest,
marking on the cargo must also be changed. Otherwise,
it is considered wrong marking and penalty is imposed.
Penalty SAR.1,000/each container
F.Dangerous Packing Certificates
All containers loaded with dangerous cargo for SAJED
discharge should be labelled properly and also the
following documents must be submitted along with the
dangerous cargo M/F to customs prior to vessel's
arrival. Penalty SAR.5,000/each container.
(1)Dangerous packing certificate
(2)Packing list
This is simply a list which shows the details of
items loaded into a particular container. Please
ask it from the concerned shipper.
G."Foodstuff" Declaration Unacceptable
M/F must indicate:
(1)The kind of each foodstuff
(2)The quantity and package of each foodstuff
The Jeddah Islamic port has warned all the shipping
agents that manifests/documents will not passed if it
indicates only "foodstuff".
For all foodstuff, the Ministry of Health approves
discharge operations and if they reject such manifests,
there is every possibility that such containers are
left on board.
H.Amendment of Weight
(1)Amendment in respect to weight must be filed with
attachment of correction application from loading port
agents.
(2)Amendment after arrival of the vessel will attract a
fine between SR.2000 - SR.5000.
I.Amendment in Consignee, Notify Party, Qty, Description,
Marks etc.
Any amendment in Consignee, Notify Party, Qty, Description,
Marks etc. will incur penalty ranging from SR500-SR25000.
4.Military Cargo Consigned to Ministry of Defence:
(In transit through Saudi ports or for discharge at
Saudi ports)
Military cargoes consigned to military organization,
ministry of defense etc., which also includes foodstuff,
clothing, machinery, arms and ammunitions.
A.Transshipped Through SAJED Port or and Saudi Ports.
(1)Military cargo without ammunition, guns or
explosives.
The agents at loading ports should inform the SAJED
agent at least 12 working days prior to booking/
loading enabling SAJED port agents to obtain
permission from the directorate of coast guard.
Same time following information should be conveyed
for submission to authorities for approval.
--Name of shipper and full style address, including
telex, fax and phone numbers.
--The name of consignee, ultimate receiver, including
their full style address, telex, fax, phone numbers
and name of contact person.
--Final destination.
--Cargo details completely.
--Anticipated date of loading.
--ETA at Saudi port(s).
(2)Military cargo with ammunition, guns or explosives.
Once booking of military cargo is received, POL may
load cargo on nominated vessel without having to
wait for confirmation from Saudi port authorities
(as per previous practice). However, POL agents,
shippers or forwarders should be asked to approach
concerned embassy (final destination) for issuing
a certificate that cargo is consigned to the defence
organization of their country with consent such a
certificate should be faxed to Saudi port agents,
along with a military cargo declaration form on or
before the sailing of the vessel from country of
origin.
--Name of shipper and full style address,
including telex, fax and telephone numbers.
--Name of consignee, ultimate receiver and their
full style address, along with telex, fax and
telephone numbers.
--Final destination.
--Complete description of cargo, along with export
permission being held by shippers.
--Name of nominated vessel, anticipated date of
loading.
--ETA at Saudi port(s).
B.Military Cargo for Saudi Arabia:
(1)Military cargo consigned to ministry of defence and
civil aviation or to ministry of interior. Upon
receiving booking request from the shippers prior
acceptance of cargo, the loading ports' agents
should notify the SAJED agent for obtaining
permission from ministry of interior.
(2)Following information is required for submission
to ministry of interior.
--Name of shipper in full, telex, fax and phone
numbers.
--Name of consignee, ultimate receivers with
department, and contact person's name, telex,
phone and fax numbers.
--Also export permission from shipper.
(3)Since the above procedures involve ministry of
interior's approval, it is not possible to indicate
time required for grant of permission by M.O.I.
(normally it may take around 4 weeks from date of
submission). So please note following:
--Once permission is obtained from the local
authorities and cargo is shipped on board,
details of military cargo should be conveyed to
master of the vessel by agents of loading ports.
--Master of the vessel must regularly send cargo
declaration to ABSA JED prior arrival of the
vessel.
--After berthing of the vessel, master should
provide military cargo details of the boarding
officers of customs/coast guards.
3.5 Iran
A.M/F and B/L
1.Cargo M/F and copy of BS/L must be submitted to port/
customs authorities 28 hours before vessel/feeder
vessel arrives at Iranian ports.
2.Bill(s) of Lading have to be stated the wording of
'PERSIAN GULF' in column of port of discharge/place
of delivery, namely, 'BANDAR ABBAS(or KISH ISLAND),
PERSIAN GULF', which is required by 'Central Bank
of IRAN Authority'.
3.Full style for consignee and notify party has to be
clearly indicated.
B.Amendment
Amendment to any item of the following after vessel's
departure is subject to a penalty of USD100.00 per Bill:
1. Number of package
2. Weight
3. Description
4. Wrong Container No.
5. From 'in transit' to local clearance or vice-versa
6. Consignee and Notify Party (Amendment will be notarized
by Iranian Embassy at country of origin.
C.Transit Container via Bandar Abbas
1.All transit container via Bandar Abbas shall be only
allowed under FCL basis and must be labeled 'CONTAINER
IN TRANSIT' on both left/right hand sides of the box
2.M/F and B/L must cover the clause (or the similar)
"GOODS IN TRANSIT TO ..... FINAL DESTINATION: C.I.S. COUNTRIES,
AFGHANISTAN, IRAN FREE ZONE (SIRJAN), KHORMSHARA AND CHABAHAR
FREE ZONE."
3.In-transit of goods (inland haulage/bond charges/
transit formalities) can be performed by/on account
of either merchant or carrier.
(1) on Account of Merchant
-Merchant has to appoint an Iranian forwarder
company of which full style shall be named as
the 'consignee' of B/L.
-Full style of actual cargo receiver must be shown
in column of notify party of B/L.
(2) on Account of Carrier
-Transit charges should be collected from merchant.
-POD agent M/S 'IRANLAND SERVICES' is shown as
consignee of B/L and M/F.
-Supporting documents: invoice/packing list/
certificate of origin/insurance policy must be
presented by shipper through fax to POD.
-original Bill of Lading should be surrendered at port of
loading or in Iran, or third country except C.I.S. countries
and Afganistan
(3) Max GWT: (including container tare weight)
BY Truck: 20 tons (both 20' or 40')
Upto 22 tons: Additional charges will be imposed.
D.Dangerous (Hazardous) Cargo
1. Acceptance
1.1 Class 1/7 are not accepted.
1.2 Class 2.1/3.1/3.2/5.2 are subject to obtaining
prior approval from port concerned.
2. Container has to be properly palletized and correctly
labled with d/g stickers on both side.
3. This type of cargo absolutely can not mixed with general
cargo regardless of LCL or FCL.
E.LCL (CFS) Cargo at IRBAB
If there are cargoes for more than one consignee in one
container, and/or one cargo covered by more than one
B/L and more than one consignee, IRBAB customs/port
authority requests the container should be declared as'LCL'(CFS).
No matter what declaration, even FCL has been made out by port
of loading, and CFS charges USD12/ton for lcl shipments will
be applicable.
If cargo consigned to one consignee but covered by more than
one set OB/L, container will not be necessarily unstuffed at
IRBAB and the container can be considered as FCL and will be
permitted the take the container out of CFS
F.Penalty
1. LCL shipments has to be palletized, otherwise will
be fined at USD15/20 per 20'/40' by authority concerned.
2. Shortlanded Cargo
If cargo found short in quantity or weight, customs will
issue shortland cargo certificate. In the event, the shipper
can provide the customs with clear-cut evidence that
shortlanded was reshipped or set forth convincing proof, then
no penalty shall be placed, otherwise equal to the value of the
good plus customs duty and charges would be payable.
3.6 Jordan
1. Origin of Cargo
When cargo is loaded from a port other than Port of Origin,
the wording, “ORIGIN OF THE CARGO: XXX” must be mentioned
in the manifest and Bill of Lading. Otherwise customs will
impose 5% fines on CIF value of goods.
2. Dangerous Cargo
The following items are not allowed to be stored at Aqaba
Containers Terminal:
A. Explosive goods IMO 1, IMO 4.2, IMO 6.2
B. Radio-active Materials IMO 7
C. Ammonium Nitrate bearing explosive emblems. (This type
of cargo should be discharged directly onto receivers
trucks on direct delivery basis.)
In all cases, The approval for any kind of dangerous cargo
acceptance should be obtained prior to cargo loading to Aqaba
port.
3. Weight Limitation
Gross weight of container should not exceed 30,000 KGS,
otherwise heavy penalties shall be imposed.
4. Free Zone Cargo
A. Separate Manifests should be prepared for Free Zone
Cargoes.
B. For Aqaba free zone (JOAQ1) cargoes, Port of Discharge
(Column 16) and Place of Delivery (Column 17) on B/L should
stamp Aqaba free zone.
5. Documentation / Penalties / Customs Regulations
A. All documents should clearly indicate full description
of cargo, full name and address of shipper, consignee and
notify party (postal address is not enough as location
is necessary) with name of person in charge, telephone or
telex or fax number is also necessary. However, when
consignee is a bank, it is not necessary to mention the
full address.
B. Cargo on board must match the description on the manifest.
C. Differences between the actual number of containers and the
number mentioned on cargo manifests will be subject to customs
fines, which will be passed over to the line and consequently
to the shipping agent at POL.
D. Reefer cargo is acceptable subject to previous notice to
feeder vessels.
E. I.M.O. cargo and military cargoes are not acceptable without
prior arrangement and the necessary approvals from the concerned
Jordanian authorities.
6. The Customs Law Applies on CFS Cargo
A. With the exception of cases which are considered as
smuggling, a fine amounting to not more than 50% of the
customs value of the goods and the taxes thereon shall be
imposed on the shortage in the quantity of goods as listed
in the manifest.
B. With the exception of cases which are considered as smuggling,
a fine amounting to not more than twice the customs value of
the cargo or 50% of the cargo value itself whichever is less
shall be imposed on the surplus in the quantity as listed in
the manifest.
7. Penalty for Smuggling
With due regard to any penalty which is more severe prescribed
by any other law in force, the following penalties shall be
applied for smuggling or attempted smuggling:
A. A Fine of not less JD (50) and not exceeding JD (1000); in
case of repetition, imprisonment for a period of one month to
three years in addition to the above mentioned fine, or either
of these two penalties.
B. A customs fine for civil indemnification to the Customs Dept.
as follows:
1. Three times to six times the value of the prohibited goods.
2. Two times to three times the value plus customs duties on
prohibited or restricted goods.
3. Two times to four times the customs duty on goods subject to
customs duty, if the goods are not prohibited or restricted,
provided the amount should not be less than value of the goods.
4. From JD (25-100) on goods which are not subject to customs
duty or taxes and which are not prohibited or restricted.
C. Confiscation of the smuggled goods or a fine equal to the
value of the goods plus customs duty thereon, if the goods are
not attached or escape from being confiscated, and confiscation
of the means of transporation and tools or equipment used
in smuggling or a fine not more than 50% of the value of the
smuggled goods, other than ships, aeroplanes and railway
trains unless these were specially prepared or hired for this
purpose, or a fine equal to the value of these means of
transportation, tools and equipments if they escape confiscation.
D. Carriers should be accurate while fixing the containers numbers
onto the cargo manifest, otherwise should any request
for modification be submitted by agents, the fine ranging
between JD 25 and JD 500, will be levied in accordance with
the provisions of the Customs Law.
E. Customs Fine of JD 50 will be imposed on each container
discharged at Aqaba with a Broken Seal.
8. Cargo Delivery
Customs authority does not accept container as LCL delivery
when cargo is consinged to one N/P.
3.7 Yemen
1.Import Manifest
A. Imoprt M/F should be submitted to customs one working
day prior to vessel's arrival.
B. Customs always levy a penalty USD50 on each amending
application per Bill after cargo being manifested.
2.Special Cargo:
2.1 Dangerous Cargo:
A. Acceptance of dangerous cargoes must be subject to
pre-notice for applying approval.
B. The following are prohibited unless through prior
arrangement:
(1) Ammunition/Explosives
(2) Fireworks
(3) Amonia Nitrate
(4) Military Hardware
(5) Alcohol
Besides, import of item (5) (Alcohol) is subject to
special licence.
2.2 Used Vehicles:
The second hand vehicles (over five years old from the
date of manufacture) to Yemen will not be accepted and
will be returned.
3.Container Weight:
A. A max weight allowed is 30-ton including container tare
B. Any containers arriving with weights in excess of 30 tons
are subject to a five of min USD500 and an additional
USD500 if the weight declared on the manifest does not
match the weight physically checked.
4 Europe
4.1 Belgium
1.M/F should be submitted to customs 24 hours before
berthing time.
2.It's preferable but not a necessity to have piece count
and gross weight breakdown for Bill of Lading showing
two or more containers.
3.All amendments before vessel's arrival:
No penalty involved.
4.All amendments (except shipper/consignee/notify party)
2 days after vessel's arrival, container still on CY or
CFS and no customs documents established:
Penalty Min. BEF 2000.-
In case vessel skipped BEANW and cargo moved via feeder
from NLRDM to BEANW: Customs charge BEF 1250.-
5.All amendments after vessel's arrival, container still
on CY or CFS and customs documents already established:
-cargo for Belgium: customs charge BEF 3500.-
-cargo for another European country: customs charge
BEF 1250.-
6.All amendments after vessel's arrival and container left
terminal:
Depend on value of the cargo and clearance system - min.
BEF 5500.-/max. all inbound duties.
7.In case of C.O.D., overlanded container, wrong container
number, wrong type of shipment (LCL or FCL), container
to be shipped back to shipper and correction sent after
vessel's arrival:
-customs penalty: BEF 5700.
-extra LO/LO: BEF 4000.- in case container to be opened.
-sometimes customs inspection and container to be
stripped: No price available.
-customs charges for documents: BEF 3750.-
4.2 Denmark
1.Breakdown of number of packages and gross weight for
each container is required.
2.All cargoes into Denmark are registered by carrier on
date of entry, amendments possible up to 10 working days
after entry.
3.Description
By temporary clearance (status 91), HS-code or specific
description of goods must be stated. 'General merchandise'
and general cargo are not accepted by customs. For example
'Plasticware' not acceptable. A full description of merchandise
is required.
4.Health Veterinary Certificate
Goods require health veterinary certificate, the
certificate should be forwared to 4 days prior to
vessel arriving in Hamburg.
4.3 Finland
1.Customs regulations as per EU directives.
2.Import generally free of licence.
3.Import cargo including transit cargo to be cleared
within 45 days of arrival when importing by sea
(20 days when importing with truck.) If cargo not
customs cleared within 45 days, customs authorities
can put cargo on the auction.
4.Clients registered by the customs authorities have the
right to take import cargo out from port/customs
warehouse by signing a temporary clearance document.
Final customs clearance has to be done when 45 days
of arrival.
5.Above temporary customs procedure will not apply for
non-registered importers. I.E. duties/taxes etc. must
be paid before cargo can be taken out from the
port/customs warehouse.
6.Piece count, gross weight breakdown and other
quantity/type for each container are needed for customs
purposes.
7.Cargo from European Union region without customs
clearance.
8.If cargo destined to Russia as merchant's haulage, Finnish
forwarder (with full contact details in Finland) has to
be mentioned as notify party on Bill of Lading and
manifest.
4.4 France
1.Import manifest has to be submitted to local customs
office 24 hours prior to vessel's arrival however view
that manifest has to be translated into French language
it is required that all import M/F received latest
48 hours prior to vessel's arrival.
2.Any amendments made after the date of vessel arrival have
to inform the local customs to know whether any penalties
will be incurred.
3.Piece count and gross weight breakdown for each container
is required.
4.General merchandise, foodstuff & miscellaneous commodities
are not accepted by local customs. Detail description of
goods is necessary.
4.5 Netherlands
1.Import documents must be presented to customs 72 hours
before vessel's arrival for veterinary inspection purpose.
2.Requirements for piece count and gross weight breakdown
per each container are under customs regulations.
3.Amendments of piece count, description of goods, gross
weight must be made before presentation of the customs
declaration, after presentation, a penalty of DFL 500.00
per container and a document fee of DFL 37.00 will arise.
4.Description of Goods
A."General Merchandise," "Sporting Goods," "FAK (freight
all kinds)," "Foodstuffs," "Woodenware," "Toys,"
and "Plasticware"—any general and unclear
description of goods is strictly prohibited.
B.Spanish cargo description are not accepted by the
Dutch customs therefore, for cargo transhipped to
Spain or Portugal, the description in English should
also be provided.
5.Dangerous Packing Certificates
For in transit shipment, feeder carrier is not obliged
to accept IMO cargo without Dangerous Packing
Certificates in order to avoid possible tremendous
penalties from the local government. For example, the
penalty in Bilbao for not providing this certificate
is approx USD2000/container which EMC have to charge
to concerned shipper.
6.For all shipments to/via NLRDM, the description of goods
per each container is required by the Dutch customs.
7.For cargo shipped to/via Rotterdam, in case one
container is manifested as CY/CY and CFS/CY under the
same B/L with different cargo description, the manifest
should always show which cargo description is related
to which number of packages and which kind of service
type.
Example:
B/L EISU003870925097
CNTR EISU1214028 CY/CY and CFS/CY
349P'KGS and 85 P'KGS
GIFT and SWITCH CRUSH BALL LAMPS
Manifest should indicate 349 P'KGS CY/CY of GIFT and
85 P'KGS CFS/CY of SWITCH CRUSH BALL LAMPS.
4.6 Norway
1.Piece count and gross weight breakdown for each
container is requested.
2.Amendment of cargo piece count or gross weight should
be settled 3-4 working days prior to vessel's arrival.
3.No penalty involved for the time being to make a late
amendment after vessel's arrival.
4.Description
A."General Merchandise" and "General Cargo" are not
accepted by customs. A full description of merchandise
is required.
B.Spare parts must show what kind of spare parts.
5.Special permission needed by Oslo port authority in
case import of more than:
-100 kos explosives.
-300 kos fireworks including packing.
-50000 pcs blasting caps.
-100000 pcs small fire arms cartridges.
In all cases cargo has to be removed immediately upon
discharging. This office needs to be informed before
cargo arrives Norway in order to make proper arrangements.
4.7 Sweden
1.Piece count and gross weight breakdown for each container
is requested.
2.Amendment of cargo piece count or gross weight should
be settled one day prior to vessel's arrival.
3.No penalty involved for the time being to make late
amendment after vessel's arrival.
4.8 U.K. and Ireland
1.M/F must be submitted to the customs/port authorities
4 working days prior to vessel's arrival.
2.It is necessary to show the following information for
each individual container:
A.Number of packages i.e. quantity and packages on
description screen must agree with container no.
screen. In addition, local authority system only
allows a maximum of 5 digits in the quantity field
per container. Hence, an outside wrapped package must
be indicated in the container no.screen when a total
pieces are over 99,99
Example:If the 154,918 pcs were palletised on 12
pallets please describe same in description
screen. But in the container no. screen,
please show the quantity as 12 pallets.
B.Gross weight
C.Measurement
3.There is no penalty for a late amendment, it just holds
up the container from being customs cleared and usually
needs four days prior to vessel's arrival for any
amendment. However, pertaining the changes of commodity
and numbers of packages, if goods already customs-cleared
by consignee and the carrier tries to amend manifest,
Customs will levy fines based on the fact that
calculation for duty incorrect.
4.9 Germany
1.Evergreen vessels discharging DEHBG/DEBHV free port area
thus no mandatory penalty requirements when B/L was not
shown piece count and gross weight breakdown for more
than one container in the B/L.
However for customer's customs declaration weight
breakdown for B/L showing two or more containers still
required.
2.As for amending piece count or gross weight, for correct
declaration remains with final consignee, there's no shut
out time for corrections. However, amendment of gross
weight after vessel's arrival and container already on
the way to consignee either by rail or by truck, it could
happen that EGD uses/orders the wrong equipment based on
the old data and of course will be punished by official
authorities or railroad company.
3.Dangerous Cargo Declaration
The following points regarding dangerous cargo apply
both to cargo:
A.For discharge in Germany (including tranship cargo)
B.Coming to Germany from European ports regardless of
by truck, rail or ship.
(1) Dangerous Cargo Packing Certificate
With effect from Oct/01/1991 all dangerous cargo
should be accompanied by "Dangerous Packing
Certificate" and be sent to the agents of the
discharging ports. In case such a certificate is not
available upon discharge in Hamburg, port authorities
may impose appropriate fines on the responsible
organization.
(2) Penalties for undeclared dangerous cargo and
lacking of proper label
The German authorities will impose fines for all
dangerous cargo containers which are not declared
in time and/or not appropriately labelled and these
costs should then be carried by responsible party.
4.For transport to DEBRE-port via DEBHV/DEHBG and DEHBG-PORT via
DEBHV a custom transit document (T 1), must be issued, therefore
it is absolutely necessary to advise correct weight/contents of
cargo to avoid penalties.
5.The EC customs rules and regulations are also applicable
for the area of the freeport of Hamburg, Bremerhaven and
Bremen.
After a period of 45 days all cargoes (LCL and FCL) have
to be declared and registered with the customs by
consignees. Any failures in complying with this regulation
will lead to the result that customs will execute the right
to confiscate the cargoes. Whenever EGD will get
knowledge beforehand of such action and in order to safeguard
line's interest, EGD will reserve the right to re-ship
the cargoes in question to the original port of loading at
risk and expense of liable party.
4.10 East Europe
1.B/L is only accepted on "prepaid" basis, all charges
(including THC at DEHBG) have to be collected from
shipper.
2.B/L must show full address, phone/telex/fax number and
person in charge of consignee in order to contact final
consignee for cargo delivery (due to insufficient
communication system in this area, please also provide
address of freight forwarder involved located in DEHBG).
3.One OB/L has to be returned to carrier three working
days prior to vessel's arrival at DEHBG in order to have
pre-arrangement on inland delivery.
4.Copy of commercial invoice is compulsory to be sent to POD.
5.For Poland shipment
The customs at port of Gdynia, Poland no longer accept
incomplete company name and address of the final
receiver which mentioned on the B/L.
The details are as follows:
A.Full name of company
B.Full address without any abbreviations
4.11 Russia
1.Through B/L shall be issued indicating port of discharge
FIKOA and place of delivery RUMSC/RUZPG in case haulage
via Finland. In case of shipment by all water service
from DEHBG to RUZPG B/L shall be issued indicating port of
discharge DEHBG and place of delivery RUMSC/RUZPG.
2.All freight shall be prepaid for shipment to Russia
(RUMSC/RUZPG).
3.POL is requested to provide sufficient information
including consignee's address, fax/telex/phone numbers
and person in charge to LOADM HEL with 10 days after cargo
is on board. Consignee has to be company, and private
person or address is not accepted.
4.Original Phytosanitary Certificate (Health Certificate
For Foodstuff) must be despatched to LOADM HEL within
10 days after cargo is on board to speed up releasing
cargo within free time.
5.Max gross weight (including tare weight) by truck :
25 KT both 20' and 40' container
Max gross weight by rail:
26 KT both 20' and 40' container
6.Exercise goods are not allowed to be shipped to Russia
(all alcohol drinks/products, cigarettes, tobacco, cars
and motor vehicles, valuable metals like gold/diamond etc.)
7.Dangerous goods are not allowed to be shipped to Russia.
8.Reefer cargo are not allowed to be shipped to Russia or
only upon approval of EGD HBG/IMD-EUR.
In service to Russia via FIKOA or by all water via DEHBG,
please refer to valid tariff and specified instructions
for delivery and customs regulations.
10.Non-commercial goods are not accepted to Russia,
including personal goods/effects and humanitary aid
shipments.
4.12 Estonia
1.Import cargo to Estonia to be cleared within 15 days.
2.Importers registred by customs authorities have the right
to take import cargo out from port by signing a temporary
clearance document. Final clearance has to be done within
21 days after temporary clearance.
3.Cargo in transit via Estonia to be cleared within 60 days.
4.Piece count, gross weight breakdown for each container is
required for customs clearance.
5.POL is requested to provide sufficient information,
including consignee's address, fax, telephone and person
in charge to LOADM HEL within 10 days after cargo onboard.
6.Dangerous goods only upon request from EGD HBG/IMD-EUR or
LOADM HEL.
7.All local official costs on account of consignee.
8.Original Phytosanitary Certificate (Health Certificate
for foodstuff) must be despatched to LOADM HEL within
10 days after cargo onboard to speed up smooth delivery
and releasing cargo.
Max gross weight 24 ton (including tare weight).
5
Mediterranean Sea
5.1 Cyprus, Turkey, Greece and Lebanon
1.Cyprus
A.Customs authorities require cargo M/F indicating full
details of cargo at least 24 hours prior to vessel's
arrival. POL should make sure the documents reach
Limassol agent three (3) days prior to vessel's arrival.
B.Dangerous/hazardous cargoes details should be known 72
hours prior vessel's arrival.
C.Import licence for certain items might be required.
However for customs clearance, customs authorities
require the following documents:
(1)Commercial invoice
(2)Packing list
(3)Delivery order
D.The description of goods as "general merchandise",
"various goods" or "general cargo" are unacceptable by
Cyprus Customs/Port Authorities.
E.Any of following amendment should be made 24 hours prior
to vessel's arrival. If amendment concerning following
to be made after vessel's arrival and manifest
submission, then a customs fine amounting to USD50.00
per case is involved.
(1)Number of Packages
(2)Weight
(3)Description of Goods
(4)Marks/Numbers
(5)From "In Transit" to local and/or from local to
"In Transit"
2.Turkey
A.Customs authorities require cargo M/F indicating full
details of cargo at least 24 hours prior to vessel's
arrival. POL should make sure the documents reach Turkey
agent three (3) days prior to vessel's arrival.
B.Dangerous/hazardous cargoes details should be known 72
hours prior vessel's arrival.
Turkey is integrated to European customs unity.
C.Import licence for certain items might be required.
However for customs clearance, customs authorities
require the following documents:
(1)Commercial invoice
(2)Packing list
(3)Delivery order
(4)Bill of Lading
(5)Certificate of Origin
(6)Some Other Necessary Certificates from cargo concerns
D.Amendment on M/F
Cargo particulars mentioned on the documents should
correspond with the actual particulars of the cargo.
All amendment should be made 48 hours prior vessel's
estimated time of arrival and no alteration can be
made on the documents after M/F is submitted to the
customs unless such alteration is demanded/proved by
an official document issued by competent authorities in
the POL and duly legalized by Turkish consulate;
otherwise agents are held responsible for the fines.
E.Return shipment is not allowed after cargo manifested and
discharged once cargo is manifested and discharged no
reshipment is allowed unless a declaration stating reason
of refusal of the cargo signed by the consignees in Turkey
as well as written instructions duly legalized by the Turkish
consulate at POL (or nearest one) for the return or re-shipment
of the cargo by the cargo concerns (shippers). Shipping agents
are in no way allowed to apply and intervene for reshipment.
3.Greece
A.Customs authorities require cargo M/F indicating full
details of cargo within 24 hours after vessel has been
granted a free pratique. POL should make sure the
documents reach Greece agent three (3) days prior to
vessel's arrival.
B.Dangerous/hazardous cargoes details should be known 72
hours prior vessel's arrival.
C.Import licence for certain items might be required.
However for customs clearance, customs authorities
require the following documents:
(1)Commercial invoice
(2)Packing list
(3)Delivery order
D.Amendment on M/F
(1)Amendment can be done within 24 hours after vessel
has been granted a free pratique and manifest has not
been submitted to customs authorities.
(2)Amendment of Number of Parcels for LCL Cargo.
Not accepted after vessel's arrival.
E.Shortlanded and/or Overlanded Packages for LCL Cargo
In case of shortlanded or overlanded cargo, we have to
submit to the customs subject B/L with relevant amendments
in order to avoid any customs fine.
4.Lebanon
A.Any cargo loaded for the hinterland via Beirut port
should read on the cargo M/F " In transit for..... ",
any discrepancies are heavily fined.
B.Fines:
(1)Upto 100 percent of cargo value-subject to customs
authorities discretion for erroneous declaration of
cargo description.
(Minimum penalty 100 percent of customs taxes)
(2)Upto 100 percent of cargo value-subject to customs
authorities discretion for erroneous declaration of
number of packages/gross weight.
(Minimum penalty 100 percent of customs taxes)
(3)Upto 100 percent of cargo value-subject to customs
authorities discretion for erroneous declaration of
container/seal number.
In case of discrepancy, cargo will be unstuffed at
port company warehouses at the cost of USD 100 per
TEU container handling CY/STORAGE/CY plus USD 25 per
CBM for unstuffing charges.
(Minimum penalty 100 percent of customs taxes)
C.In view of heavy penalties imposed, the correction data
must be sent to GAC BRU at least one working day prior to
the feeder vessel departure from ITTRA and other T/S ports
( if any ) to LBBRU.
D.As per local customs regulation, it is not allowed to
issue B/L at discharging port for cargo destined to
Lebanon.
E.In case corrections requested by shipper to be made
after cargo arrival Lebanon, then customs penalties
imposed at customs authorities discretion and could vary
between ten and one hundred percent of cargo value.
F.Vessel is not Israeli owned and never called at any
Israeli port.
G.Commodities should be described specifically and clearly
for cargo description. For example, "personal effects" only
is not acceptable. Commodity item should be indicated.
H.Quantity must be described at the smallest external packing
unit. For example, 1 Pallet containing 10 Cartons or 1 Lot
containing 5 Bags.
I.Import of Cars/Jet Skis/Motorcycles
(1)It is not allowed to import cars which are more than 8
years old.
(2)Vin/chassis number, car's type and year of built should be
printed completely and correctly on B/L.
(3)In case of importing cars (and all other self-propelled
vehicles) along with personal effects, the car's type, year
of built and the vin/chassis number should be also printed
on B/L. Otherwise, the customs authorities will consider the
matter as smuggling and impose heavy penalty.
5.2 Egypt
1.According to state agents regulations, it is not allowed
to issue B/L covering inward shipment at Egyptian
discharging port.
2.Any correction or amendment submitted after vessel
arrives in Egypt, a customs fine will be imposed.
3.Alexandria
A.Timing of submission M/F to customs is at least 24 hours
from date of vessel's arrival.
B.Absence of any of the following details from M/F is
subject to customs fine in Alexandria:
(1) B/L number
(2) Name of vessel
(3) POL/POD
(4) Date of shipment
(5) Container number
(6) Marks and numbers
(7) The kind of cargo for each container should be
separately shown on M/F in case each container
contains different kind of cargo
(8) Name of Shipper
(9) Name of Consignee (name of bank or person)
To order only acceptable when there is complete
name and address in notify party.
(10)Name of Notify Party
Actual name and address of notify party must be
provided, all details including name, full address,
telex/telephone/fax number.
C.For In Transit Cargo
The wording 'Alexandria in transit' without indicating
final destination is not acceptable. The exact final
destination must be mentioned.
D.In case original B/L is made of more than one page
(list attached) it is imperative that all pages of B/L
are turned at the corner plus stamped with shipping
lines stamp. Also, cover page should print total number
of attached sheets, and attached sheets should be marked
with page number clearly. For example, when there are one
page of OB/L and 2 pages of attached sheets, the wording
like, "TOTAL NUMBER OF ATTACHED 2 PAGES," should be printed
on OB/L (cover page) and 1/2, 2/2 should be printed on each
attached sheet respectively.
E.For mail release cargo POL's offices/agents are
requested not only to follow up the standard procedure
of mail release cargo but also to mail one of the EMC
original B/L to Arabian Gulf Marine Trading Company.
GFBDR AXD will accept copies for OB/L with clear
terms stamped/typed.
F.Cargo description should be mentioned in M/F per each
container by its quantity, weight and measurement.
G.Mail correction without typing correct data on OB/L with
proper correction stamp will not be accepted. However,
correction can be typed and stamped in GFBDR AXD office.
4.Port Said
A.Timing of submission M/F to customs is 24 hours before
vessel's arrival and customs doesn't impose any fine
on manifest submitted.
B.Consignee can be either:
To order
Or namely
Or name of bank
C.Notify party should include name, full address,
telex/telephone/fax number.
D.It is acceptable to indicate term clauses in the
attached list along with OB/L but must mention or the
OB/L bear clear reference that attached list is part
of the OB/L.
E.For telex release cargo POL's offices/agents are
requested not only to follow up the standard
procedure of telex release cargo but also to mail
one of the EMC original B/L to Arabian Gulf Marine
Trading Co.
F.For in transit cargo
the wording 'Port Said in transit' without indicating final
destination is not acceptable. The exact final destination must
be mentioned on both original B/L and manifest.
G.Correction to manifest for amendment of particulars or containers
number, must reach Port Said agent at least 24 hours or one working
day before vessel's arrival.
H.Absence of any of the following details from manifest will impose
customs fine.
1) B/L number
2) Name of vessel
3) POL/POD
4) Date of shipment
5) Container number
6) Marks and numbers
7) Description of goods for each LCL container
8) Name of shipper
9) Name of consignee (name of bank or person). To
order only acceptable when there is full name and
address in the notify party
5.3 Italy
1.Full set of manifest (including in transit, through ... etc)
All cargo in transit at Italy for every destinations
must be regularly declared and in order to start with
operations, the POD agent has to declare relative cargo
manifest 24 hours before the arrival of the vessel at
the first Italian port called.
2.Any correction received from POL to apply to such
documents (weight, number of packages, kind of commodity,
container number, etc) or any amendment arranged on OB/L
must be absolutely communicated to GSI LEG offices
within 48 hours before the date of vessel's arrival at first
Italian port in order to effect the request revision and
present cargo declaration to customs authorities in correct
way so that the shipment details shown on cargo declaration
will be the same one shown on commercial documents presented by
consignee's forwarder to customs office. Only in this way
forwarder can perform customs clearance without problems.
3.In case that correction request will be received after above
time custom authorities will always impose a fine for manifest
amendment the custom penalty will be debit to POL.
4.The shipment details shown on cargo declaration will be the
same one shown on commercial documents presented by Consignee's
forwarder to custom office. Only in this way forwarder can
perform customs clearance without problems
5.Any eventual discrepancies between A/M two kinds of
documentation verified by the customs authorities after
the vessel's arrival may cause the following problems to
the line and the customers:
-Stopping of cargo customs clearance operations
-Checking of cargo stowed in container:
A.Unstuffing/stuffing
B.Handling of cargo
-In case cargo be found shortlanded/overlanded a customs
penalty is always applied to the line calculated on
cargo value and customs duties.
-Eventual demurrage and storage charges to the line
-Delay of cargo delivery with consequent disappointment
and claims by the receiver.
-No possibility to negotiate with customs authorities.
All the extra charges to be debit to liable party.
6.Tare Weight and Cargo Weights in Manifest
The authorities in La Spezia Customs are insisting that
the tare weight must be in kilos originally instead of
pounds.
7.All B(s)/L should state the package, tare weight and cargo
weight for each container on the M/F separately.
For example:
Container No.Type Seal No. Packages Tare Weight Cargo Weight
----------- ----- -------- -------- ------------ -----------
EISU1231956/40' 1351389 475 CTN 3,940.00 KGS 9,290.00 KGS
8.Dangerous Cargo destined for Trieste Port
Packing Code is mandatory for IMO containers to be
discharged at Trieste and is also required to be inserted
in the Description Column in BL Data.
5.4 Spain
1.M/F must be submitted to customs at least 24 hours
before vessel's arrival.
2.One (1) copy of the transit cargo manifest to be
presented to GIB VLC for distributing to first Spanish
calling port.
3.Tobacco (local and in transit)
A manifest of tobacco (cigarettes, cigars, tobacco pipe,
etc.) legalized by Spanish Consulate at loading port or
at least by Spanish Consulate in any port of call prior
to the first Spanish port of call is required to be
handed to customs authorities upon docking.
Failure to do so will result in monetary penalties and
return of said cargo to port of origin.
4.Dangerous Cargo
Full IMCO cargo details (IMO class, page no. and UN no.)
have to be shown on B/L data description column.
Prior to vessel's arrival at discharging Spanish port
agent has to inform by letter to the port authorities
the dangerous cargo in transit or to be discharged.
5.For release to customs upon arrival of the vessel the
following documents are required at first Spanish
calling port.
A.In duplicate : Store list
personal effects or private store list
B.In triplicate: Crew list
passengers (if any) list
6.Arms and/or Ammunition
If this cargo is on board in transit a manifest duly
legalized by Spanish Consulate in port of loading is
required.
First Spanish calling port needs notice of
said cargo in transit prior to vessel's arrival in
order to inform our Foreign Affairs Ministry and other
authorities and get permission to transit via our ports.
In case that this cargo has to be landed a Spanish port,
the following documents are required before vessel's
arrival:
.Copy of manifest covering this cargo
.Copy of B/L
.Packing list
.Letter from suppliers declaring the safety measure of
commodity
7.The M/F (for cargo to be discharged or in transit) should
indicate:
A.Full cargo details
The description of general cargo and several cargoes
etc. are not accepted except an annexed separate sheet
with the B/L number and full description.
B.Full address of all consignees and/or notify party
In order to avoid delay in delivery of cargo, the full
address of all consignees and/or notify party must be
in Spain.
C.Equal count for LCL cargo
For LCL cargo, the count of marks and numbers in the
packages should be equal to the number of quantity.
D.Correct description, detailed piece count and weight
for consolidated cargoes
For consolidated cargoes with different types of
merchandise in one B/L, the correct description, piece
count and weight details for each part should be
stated completely and any violation will be fined from
3,000 ESP upto 150,000 ESP.
8.Penalties for document error
Customs authorities will impose fines to vessels if
manifests have the following discrepancies on vessels'
arrival at any Spanish port:
A.Change of: weight, number of packages, commodity.
B.Shortage of cargo upon stripping at the container
terminal.
Therefore, all corrections should be sent to port of
discharge at least 24 hours before vessel's arrival.
Rags and used clothing imports to Bilbao
A.Both commodities must be shipped in pressed bundles
duly fastened with metal, strong rope or steel wire
bands.
B.A sanitary certificate of disinfection must be
provided by each shipment with following contents:
- Name and address of the company which proceed the
cargo disinfection
- Chemical product and process used
- Company and address of exporter
- Name and address of consignee
- Duly endorsed by the health authorities of the town
where the company proceeding the disinfection is
established
5.5 Morocco
1.Import cargo M/F must be submitted to customs office
24 hours before vessel's arrival.
2.Import cargo M/F should indicate:
A.Full cargo description.
B.Piece count and gross weight of cargo per container.
3.Any amendment to M/F should be made no later than 24
hours after vessel has terminated discharging operations,
otherwise the penalty of DH 1,000 per case will be
applied.
4.Dangerous Cargo
Dangerous cargo M/F and dangerous packing certificate
to be deposited with port authority 72 hours prior to
vessel's arrival.
5.6 Tunisia
1.Customs authorities require cargo M/F indicating full
details of cargo at least 24 hours prior to vessel's
arrival. The M/F should indicate the following points:
A.B/L Number
B.Name of vessel
C.POL/POD
D.Date of Shipment
E.Container Number
F.Description Goods
G.Marks And Numbers
H.Name of Shipper
I.Name and Full Address of Consignee
J.Name and Full Address of N/P in Tunis
2.Cargo weight in M/F should be indicated in kilos instead
of pounds.
3.Dangerous Cargo
(1)Prior to vessel's arrival at discharging Tunisian port
agent has to notify to the port authorities the
dangerous cargo.
(2)The following dangerous cargo are not accepted by Tunis
Explosives: Class.1.1, 1.2, 1.3, all other class 1 need
approval
Radio active: Class 7.
(3)The following information must be indicated in B/L data
A. Name of shipper
B. POL
C. Name, address including telephone/fax and person in charge
of receiver
4.Arms and/or Ammunition
Tunisian government must be informed prior to cargo's
arrival since only the authorities are available for
giving permission to discharge.
5.Any request for change of data of submitted manifest to
customs authorities after arrival of vessel will be
automatically subject to an administration fee of DT10 per
amendment. All charges will be payable prior to amendment
on customs manifest. Amendments will only be accepted from
agent of vessel which discharged at Tunis or agent of ocean
carrier. However, any request made 7 days after discharge
of vessel is subjected to approval from customs authorities.
5.7 Ukraine
1.Import cargo M/F must be submitted to the customs 72
hours before vessel's arrival.
2.Dangerous Cargo
(1)Dangerous cargo M/F and dangerous packing
certificate must be submitted to the customs 5 days
prior to vessel's arrival.
(2)'IMCO class 1 and IMCO class 7' are not accepted to
be discharged at Odessa. Any other dangerous cargo
shipment acceptance subject to GSI-LEG/BLA-MGT approval.
3.Detailed information of consignee and notify party
All POL should clearly state the following details of
local consignee/notify party for each B/L:
A.Full company name
B.Address, town
C.Telephone no./fax no.
Penalties for customs correction automatically applied and
cargo releasing troubles will be encountered in case of
missing above details.
4.Amendment
(1)Cargo details:
A.All changes of the original cargo details, should
be declared in the customs office by an official
correction letter and are subjected to customs
authorization.
B.All proper documents proving change required.
C.Agents of behalf of line are considered responsible
for any correction requested.
D.For any cargo correction, taxes will be applied
based on kind of revision requested and cargo value.
(2)Change in consignee and notify party:
ITLEG agent suggest to avoid any consignee/notify party
revision because it will cause long and complicated
procedure.
Prior to be eventually authorized by customs must
be submitted/fulfilled following requirements
A.Original telex from shipper stating new consignee
B.Original refusal note from former consignee
C.Original confirmation from new consignee to accept
cargo
D.Customs inspection (un-stuffing/stuffing OPS
required)
E.Local chamber of commerce authorization
5.If cargo overlanded will be confiscated by customs.
6.Truck bonded transportation:
Subject to GSI-LEG/BLA-MGT approval.
7.Cargo in transit from Odessa port to former C.S.I.
countries (I.E. Russia, Bielorussia, Moldava, Georgia)
could be accepted.
Prior cargo acceptance must be
received approval messages sent by GSI-LEG/BLA-MGT with
transit bond charges and conditions based on final
destination.
8.Excise goods:
Subject to GSI-LEG/BLA-MGT approval.
5.8 Bulgaria
1.Import cargo M/F must be submitted to the customs 24
hours before vessel's arrival together with presentation
of discharging plan.
2.Dangerous Cargo
(1)Dangerous cargo M/F and dangerous packing
certificate must be submitted to the customs 72
hours before vessel's arrival.
(2)'IMCO class 1 and IMCO class 7' are not accepted
to be discharged at Varna. Any other dangerous cargo
shipment acceptance subject to GSI-LEG/BLA-MGT prior
approval.
(3)Dangerous cargo shipment must be taken by consignee
directly from vessel and it's forbidden to remain
along side or in port area.
Above mentioned condition must be stated on OB/L.
3.Detailed information of consignee and notify party
All POL should clearly state the following details of
local consignee/notify party for each B/L:
A.Full company name
B.Address, town
C.Telephone no./fax no.
Penalties for customs correction automatically applied and
cargo releasing troubles will be encountered in case of
missing above details.
4.Amendment of cargo details
A.All changes of the original cargo details, should be
declared in the customs office by an official
correction letter.
B.All proper documents proving change required.
C.Agents on behalf of line are considered responsible
for any correction requested.
D.For any cargo correction, taxes will be applied based
on kind of revision requested and cargo value.
5.Truck bonded transportation:
Subjected to GSI-LEG/BLA-MGT approval in case of carrier
haulage performed by truck, must be stated 'All customs
and bond charges from port to final destination on
account of receiver prior cargo delivery' on cargo
documents and OB/L.
6.Excise goods: Presently not accepted.
Any eventual request must be submitted to GSI-LEG/BLA-MGT
for local investigation about feasibility and charges.
5.9 Romania
1.Import cargo M/F must be submitted to the customs 24
hours before vessel's arrival.
2.Dangerous Cargo
(1)Dangerous cargo M/F and dangerous packing certificate
must be submitted to the customs 48 hours before
vessel's arrival.
(2)'IMCO class 1 and IMCO class 7' are not accepted to
be discharged at Costanta.
Any others dangerous cargo shipment acceptance
subject to GSI-LEG/BLA-MGT prior approval.
3.Detailed information of consignee and notify party
Consignee on OB/L and M/F should always be a Romanian
party; otherwise, Romanian authorities can refuse to
discharge containers from the vessel. Moreover, for each
B/L, the following details of Consignee and Notify Party
should be clearly stated by POL:
A.Full company name
B.Address, town
C.Telephone no./fax no.
Penalties for customs correction automatically applied and
cargo releasing troubles will be encountered in case of
missing above details.
4.Amendment of cargo details
A.All changes of the original cargo details, should be
declared in the customs office by an official
correction letter.
B.All proper documents proving change required.
C.Agents on behalf of line are considered responsible
for any correction requested.
D.For any cargo correction, taxes will be applied based
on kind of revision requested and cargo value
5.Truck bonded transportation
Subjected to GSI-LEG/BLA-MGT approval.
6.Excise goods: presently not accepted.
Any eventual request must be submitted to
GSI-LEG/BLA-MGT for eventual feasibility.
7. Cargo Releasing
According to Romanian Economic Police, all cargoes are
released only by EMC OB/L. House B/L and telex release are
prohibited without exception.
6 U.S.A.,
Canada and Mexico
6.1 U.S.A. Continent
1.M/F must be legible and complete. M/F (including travel
and empty container M/F) shall be filed with U.S.
Customs 6 days before the vessel calls the first arrival
port. As Evergreen is one of the Paperless M/F test
participant, all M/F data including foreign remain on
board (FROB) cargo M/F must be filed with US Customs no
later than 96 hours prior to vessel's arrival.
2.Amendments Filing for AMS Carriers:
Within 60 days after vessel's ETA, the electronic
amendments are accepted by U.S. Customs without possible
penalty. After that the penalty will be charged no matter
through AMS amendment filing or paper amendments.
Amendments filing needs supporting documents from the
port of loading. However, once the penalty notice were
issued by U.S. Customs due to the cases as discrepancies
in the commodity description, quantity, missing from
filing, etc., the penalty will be at least USD500.00.
3.Dangerous cargo M/F including travel DCM and dangerous
cargo shipper's certificate are all required by the U.S.
Department of Transportation.
Dangerous Cargo M/F:
According to CFR 176.30, DCM must contain the following
information:
(1) Name of vessel and official number
(2) Nationality of vessel
(3) Proper shipping name
(4) UN/NA no.
(5) IMO/CFR class
(6) Packing group, in Roman numerals
(7) Total quantity
(8) Gross weight (KGS)
(9) DOT ERG guide no.
(10)Stowage location of the hazardous material on board
the vessel
Please refer to Evergreeen's DCM format.
Shipper's Certificate:
CFR does not require nor does it stipulate what kind of
format shipper must use to make the declaration, therefore,
EMC up-to-date standard form of dangerous packing
certificate is only recommended for shipper to use.
However, shipper still can use its own certificate as
long as it confirms with CFR's requirements. The
requirements on shipping paper listed by CFR 172.202 and
172.204 are:
(1)Proper shipping name
(2)IMO/CFR class
(3)UN/NA no.
(4)Packing group, in Roman numerals
(5)Total quantity/weight
(6)Emergency response telephone no. (in USA)
(7)DOT ERG guide no.
(8)Shipper's signature after the language of
certification signature:
(A)Must be legibly signed by a principal, officer,
partner, or employee of the shipper or his agent and
(B)May be legibly signed manually, by typewriter, or by
other mechanical means
Item(1)to(5)must be arranged exactly by the above sequence.
Shipper's certificate should include the following oath:
A.Use Shipping Paper (e.g., one non-negotiable B/L)
"This is to certify that the above named materials are
properly classified, described, packed, labeled, and
are in proper condition for transportation according
to the applicable regulations of the Department of
Transportation."
or,
B.Use Separate Paper Certification Containing the
Following:
"I hereby declare that the contents of this consignment
are fully and accurately described above by proper
shipping name and are classified, packed, marked and
labelled, and are in all respects in proper condition
for transport by sea, land according to applicable
international and national governmental regulations."
For all dangerous cargo entered into USA, no matter it is
port to port or intermodal cargo, EGA USA is required
under CFR to have the above shipper's certificate at the
time when cargo entered into USA. Therefore, it is
mandatory for all the loading ports to collect and fax
these required documents to USA discharging ports, failing
to do so could cause severe penalties.
4.Empty container M/F (including travel) is requested to
be reported to U.S. customs at the first USA POD and
each POD. However, for those POL offices/agents
(excluding space charter carrier ) have transmitted EBPS
data to EGA NYC, then EGA POD office will print out Empty
Container M/F locally.
No matter how many or which container will be discharged
at a specific USA POD, for those who need to send Empty
Container M/F hardcopy, please assign the last USA POD
on the Empty Container M/F and send to both 1st USA POD
(for through M/F filing purpose) and last POD for cover
up. Each USA POD/OPS may base on their own requirements
and assignment to physically discharge those empty by
filing a diversion report to the USCS when vessel arrives
the POD.
5.Special Items of M/F:
A.Commodity Description:
-- Must be in English.
FROB M/F is also required to be reported in
English.
-- Commodity/Description which is too general may not
be accepted on the M/F filing, such as "foodstuff,
canned goods, sporting goods, general merchandise,
Chinese merchandise, giftware, unassembled,
sub-assembly, plastic goods, pvc goods, electronic
merchandise and chemical." Discrepancy on this item
will be subject to penalty of USD 1,000 at the first
time and USD 10,000 for the future M/F. That are
not mitigated. Therefore, once USA POD asks for
clarification for M/F commodity description, please
verify with shipper and issue C/S immediately.
-- Any cargo originating from China must show in
Commodity/Description on last line ''No solid wood
packing materials'' or ''No SWPM'', if cargo is not
solid wood packed.
B.Detailed Piece Count/Container Data Required:
-- The entered quantity for each B/L at the smallest
external packing unit.
For example, a B/L which calls for "20 pallets
containing 400 cartons" would be entered as
"400 cartons." PLT or SKD is not allowed.
-- Individual piece count, gross weight/measurement,
seal number for each container is required. Seal
number is very important, not only for the future
possible claim case but also for the U.S. Customs
purposes. Once shortage/overage found by U.S.
Customs, the penalty would be equal to the cargo
value.
C.In shipping marks data, the country of origin and
ultimate purchaser must be shown once the data were
provided by the shipper. Special sign is not allowed
for electronic M/F filing, such as " ***, @, | , | , ~,
<, >, {, }," in the illustrated shipping marks because those signs will block USCS data file, and cause the
B/L rejection. If necessary, please use " / . " to
create the graphic data or describe it in language
such as " in diamond".
D.Please do not include any special sign in Main
commodity description data.
E.The complete shipper/notify party/consignee name and
address is required. This would include number and
street, city, state with zip code. For commercial
reason, shipper may not disclose his full address
on M/F. We may report the city location (from the
B/L issue place which POL office provided) to U.S.
Customs.
P.O.Box only is not accepted, due to EGA has
a SCIA (Super Carrier Initiative Agreement) with U.S.
Customs.
F.For cargo destination in Mexico, Canada, Caribbean
sea and foreign countries via USA POD, please provide
the commodity Harmonized Code (HC) in the B/L data,
either in freight data item number column or in the
commodity description. Incorrect HC filing will not
get permission from USCS to move cargo from USA port.
G.San Juan cargo can not be transshipped at any USA port.
6.2 San Juan, Puerto Rico
1.San Juan for all purposes is as any U.S.A. port
San Juan US Customs does not accept "CBC", "CNT", "LOT",
"BLK", or "LSE" as package unit in the piece count data,
in addition to PLT and SKD. For those loose loaded
cargo, carrier may file as "KGS" (by gross weight)
instead. "KGS" is invalid code and not accepted by other
port US Customs. EGA NYC will make such amendment for
POL, if any unaccepted unit code is shown on M/F.
2.The following documents are needed.
Four (4) U.S. Customs Manifest for P.R. cargo
Two (2) B/L -- complete and detailed cargo must be
shown in English.
3.For export in addition to the above a shipper export
declaration.
6.3 Canada
1.24 hours prior to vessel's arrival complete in bound
manifest must be presented to Canadian Customs.
2.Manifest details must show total piece count and gross
weight otherwise the manifest will be rejected by customs.
3.Hazardous cargo details must be lodged with Harbour
Master 24 hours prior to vessel's arrival.
4.Failure to comply with above regulations within
prescribed period will result in CDN DLRS 100 fine per
in fraction.
5.Canadian Coast Guard requires the documents for
hazardous cargo are as follows:
.Dangerous Cargo Manifest
.Declaration of Dangerous Goods (EMC standard form
No.DOC-004-00)
6.Canada Customs requires the following information must
be shown on B/L for cargo into Canada:
.Full name and address of Shipper/Consignee/Notify
party must be shown.
..Because EGA NYC can generate city and country name in
accordance with place of B/L issue record of POL's
B/L data therefore POL only transmit shipper's title
is OK.
.."To order of" in Consignee column is not acceptable,
however, as long as the notify party address is
complete and in Canada, Canada office can handle the
filing.
..Full name and address of consignee and notify party
in Canada is required by the Canadian Customs
..Full details still required even if N/P is same as
consignee.
.Description of goods must be in common written term.
Part number codes are not accepted.
.Number of pieces/packages to be shown by commodity
and must be totalled.
6.4 Mexico
1.Import cargo M/F must comply with U.S. customs regulation
for cargo via USA POD USLAX.
2.B/L column of 'Consignee' or 'Notify Party' must provide:
Full name, address, telephone number, federal tax no.
(RFC) of importer in Mexico City.
This data must be the same as shipper's commercial
invoice and/or letter of credit.
3.B/L column of 'Also notify party' (optional):
Full name, address, telephone number, federal tax no.
(RFC) of customs house broker in Mexico City.
4.B/L column of 'Onward Inland Routing' must indicate:
"CONTAINER YARD TO CONTAINER YARD" for O/R, R/R shipment
"DOOR TO CONTAINER YARD" for D/R shipment
"DOOR TO DOOR " for D/D shipment
"CONTAINER YARD TO DOOR " for O/D shipment
5.Concerned customs penalty:
Mexican customs require the M/F be filed 48 hours prior
to vessel's arrival, therefore, after M/F has been filed,
no change is to be made. Any change on B/L or M/F will
cause penalty from New Pesos 750 to 1,700 by each
mistake or change.
Remarks:
FYI, the RFC is importer's tax number. It is the mandatory
requirement on the DOC, otherwise, no Mexican customs
clearance will be given through the border point
(CD. Juarex). This information is part of the commercial
invoice between the importer and the shipper. When shipper
provide B/L instruction to the POL, they should provide
such information for carrier to input, otherwise, this
would be the big problem for rail company to clear the
cargo.
6 U.S.A.,
Canada and Mexico
6.1 U.S.A. Continent
1.M/F must be legible and complete. M/F (including travel
and empty container M/F) shall be filed with U.S.
Customs 6 days before the vessel calls the first arrival
port. As Evergreen is one of the Paperless M/F test
participant, all M/F data including foreign remain on
board (FROB) cargo M/F must be filed with US Customs no
later than 96 hours prior to vessel's arrival.
2.Amendments Filing for AMS Carriers:
Within 60 days after vessel's ETA, the electronic
amendments are accepted by U.S. Customs without possible
penalty. After that the penalty will be charged no matter
through AMS amendment filing or paper amendments.
Amendments filing needs supporting documents from the
port of loading. However, once the penalty notice were
issued by U.S. Customs due to the cases as discrepancies
in the commodity description, quantity, missing from
filing, etc., the penalty will be at least USD500.00.
3.Dangerous cargo M/F including travel DCM and dangerous
cargo shipper's certificate are all required by the U.S.
Department of Transportation.
Dangerous Cargo M/F:
According to CFR 176.30, DCM must contain the following
information:
(1) Name of vessel and official number
(2) Nationality of vessel
(3) Proper shipping name
(4) UN/NA no.
(5) IMO/CFR class
(6) Packing group, in Roman numerals
(7) Total quantity
(8) Gross weight (KGS)
(9) DOT ERG guide no.
(10)Stowage location of the hazardous material on board
the vessel
Please refer to Evergreeen's DCM format.
Shipper's Certificate:
CFR does not require nor does it stipulate what kind of
format shipper must use to make the declaration, therefore,
EMC up-to-date standard form of dangerous packing
certificate is only recommended for shipper to use.
However, shipper still can use its own certificate as
long as it confirms with CFR's requirements. The
requirements on shipping paper listed by CFR 172.202 and
172.204 are:
(1)Proper shipping name
(2)IMO/CFR class
(3)UN/NA no.
(4)Packing group, in Roman numerals
(5)Total quantity/weight
(6)Emergency response telephone no. (in USA)
(7)DOT ERG guide no.
(8)Shipper's signature after the language of
certification signature:
(A)Must be legibly signed by a principal, officer,
partner, or employee of the shipper or his agent and
(B)May be legibly signed manually, by typewriter, or by
other mechanical means
Item(1)to(5)must be arranged exactly by the above sequence.
Shipper's certificate should include the following oath:
A.Use Shipping Paper (e.g., one non-negotiable B/L)
"This is to certify that the above named materials are
properly classified, described, packed, labeled, and
are in proper condition for transportation according
to the applicable regulations of the Department of
Transportation."
or,
B.Use Separate Paper Certification Containing the
Following:
"I hereby declare that the contents of this consignment
are fully and accurately described above by proper
shipping name and are classified, packed, marked and
labelled, and are in all respects in proper condition
for transport by sea, land according to applicable
international and national governmental regulations."
For all dangerous cargo entered into USA, no matter it is
port to port or intermodal cargo, EGA USA is required
under CFR to have the above shipper's certificate at the
time when cargo entered into USA. Therefore, it is
mandatory for all the loading ports to collect and fax
these required documents to USA discharging ports, failing
to do so could cause severe penalties.
4.Empty container M/F (including travel) is requested to
be reported to U.S. customs at the first USA POD and
each POD. However, for those POL offices/agents
(excluding space charter carrier ) have transmitted EBPS
data to EGA NYC, then EGA POD office will print out Empty
Container M/F locally.
No matter how many or which container will be discharged
at a specific USA POD, for those who need to send Empty
Container M/F hardcopy, please assign the last USA POD
on the Empty Container M/F and send to both 1st USA POD
(for through M/F filing purpose) and last POD for cover
up. Each USA POD/OPS may base on their own requirements
and assignment to physically discharge those empty by
filing a diversion report to the USCS when vessel arrives
the POD.
5.Special Items of M/F:
A.Commodity Description:
-- Must be in English.
FROB M/F is also required to be reported in
English.
-- Commodity/Description which is too general may not
be accepted on the M/F filing, such as "foodstuff,
canned goods, sporting goods, general merchandise,
Chinese merchandise, giftware, unassembled,
sub-assembly, plastic goods, pvc goods, electronic
merchandise and chemical." Discrepancy on this item
will be subject to penalty of USD 1,000 at the first
time and USD 10,000 for the future M/F. That are
not mitigated. Therefore, once USA POD asks for
clarification for M/F commodity description, please
verify with shipper and issue C/S immediately.
-- Any cargo originating from China must show in
Commodity/Description on last line ''No solid wood
packing materials'' or ''No SWPM'', if cargo is not
solid wood packed.
B.Detailed Piece Count/Container Data Required:
-- The entered quantity for each B/L at the smallest
external packing unit.
For example, a B/L which calls for "20 pallets
containing 400 cartons" would be entered as
"400 cartons." PLT or SKD is not allowed.
-- Individual piece count, gross weight/measurement,
seal number for each container is required. Seal
number is very important, not only for the future
possible claim case but also for the U.S. Customs
purposes. Once shortage/overage found by U.S.
Customs, the penalty would be equal to the cargo
value.
C.In shipping marks data, the country of origin and
ultimate purchaser must be shown once the data were
provided by the shipper. Special sign is not allowed
for electronic M/F filing, such as " ***, @, | , | , ~,
<, >, {, }," in the illustrated shipping marks because those signs will block USCS data file, and cause the
B/L rejection. If necessary, please use " / . " to
create the graphic data or describe it in language
such as " in diamond".
D.Please do not include any special sign in Main
commodity description data.
E.The complete shipper/notify party/consignee name and
address is required. This would include number and
street, city, state with zip code. For commercial
reason, shipper may not disclose his full address
on M/F. We may report the city location (from the
B/L issue place which POL office provided) to U.S.
Customs.
P.O.Box only is not accepted, due to EGA has
a SCIA (Super Carrier Initiative Agreement) with U.S.
Customs.
F.For cargo destination in Mexico, Canada, Caribbean
sea and foreign countries via USA POD, please provide
the commodity Harmonized Code (HC) in the B/L data,
either in freight data item number column or in the
commodity description. Incorrect HC filing will not
get permission from USCS to move cargo from USA port.
G.San Juan cargo can not be transshipped at any USA port.
6.2 San Juan, Puerto Rico
1.San Juan for all purposes is as any U.S.A. port
San Juan US Customs does not accept "CBC", "CNT", "LOT",
"BLK", or "LSE" as package unit in the piece count data,
in addition to PLT and SKD. For those loose loaded
cargo, carrier may file as "KGS" (by gross weight)
instead. "KGS" is invalid code and not accepted by other
port US Customs. EGA NYC will make such amendment for
POL, if any unaccepted unit code is shown on M/F.
2.The following documents are needed.
Four (4) U.S. Customs Manifest for P.R. cargo
Two (2) B/L -- complete and detailed cargo must be
shown in English.
3.For export in addition to the above a shipper export
declaration.
6.3 Canada
1.24 hours prior to vessel's arrival complete in bound
manifest must be presented to Canadian Customs.
2.Manifest details must show total piece count and gross
weight otherwise the manifest will be rejected by customs.
3.Hazardous cargo details must be lodged with Harbour
Master 24 hours prior to vessel's arrival.
4.Failure to comply with above regulations within
prescribed period will result in CDN DLRS 100 fine per
in fraction.
5.Canadian Coast Guard requires the documents for
hazardous cargo are as follows:
.Dangerous Cargo Manifest
.Declaration of Dangerous Goods (EMC standard form
No.DOC-004-00)
6.Canada Customs requires the following information must
be shown on B/L for cargo into Canada:
.Full name and address of Shipper/Consignee/Notify
party must be shown.
..Because EGA NYC can generate city and country name in
accordance with place of B/L issue record of POL's
B/L data therefore POL only transmit shipper's title
is OK.
.."To order of" in Consignee column is not acceptable,
however, as long as the notify party address is
complete and in Canada, Canada office can handle the
filing.
..Full name and address of consignee and notify party
in Canada is required by the Canadian Customs
..Full details still required even if N/P is same as
consignee.
.Description of goods must be in common written term.
Part number codes are not accepted.
.Number of pieces/packages to be shown by commodity
and must be totalled.
6.4 Mexico
1.Import cargo M/F must comply with U.S. customs regulation
for cargo via USA POD USLAX.
2.B/L column of 'Consignee' or 'Notify Party' must provide:
Full name, address, telephone number, federal tax no.
(RFC) of importer in Mexico City.
This data must be the same as shipper's commercial
invoice and/or letter of credit.
3.B/L column of 'Also notify party' (optional):
Full name, address, telephone number, federal tax no.
(RFC) of customs house broker in Mexico City.
4.B/L column of 'Onward Inland Routing' must indicate:
"CONTAINER YARD TO CONTAINER YARD" for O/R, R/R shipment
"DOOR TO CONTAINER YARD" for D/R shipment
"DOOR TO DOOR " for D/D shipment
"CONTAINER YARD TO DOOR " for O/D shipment
5.Concerned customs penalty:
Mexican customs require the M/F be filed 48 hours prior
to vessel's arrival, therefore, after M/F has been filed,
no change is to be made. Any change on B/L or M/F will
cause penalty from New Pesos 750 to 1,700 by each
mistake or change.
Remarks:
FYI, the RFC is importer's tax number. It is the mandatory
requirement on the DOC, otherwise, no Mexican customs
clearance will be given through the border point
(CD. Juarex). This information is part of the commercial
invoice between the importer and the shipper. When shipper
provide B/L instruction to the POL, they should provide
such information for carrier to input, otherwise, this
would be the big problem for rail company to clear the
cargo.
8 Mauritius
and South Africa Area
8.1 Mauritius
1.M/F should be submitted to port authority at least 3
working days (72 hours) before vessel's arrival.
2.Penalty for non submission of manifest within specified
period will be RS10,000.00
3.M/F and F/L for FCL and LCL cargo must be submitted
separately i.e. if one shipment involves two service
types (FCL and LCL), then M/F should be declared
individually although only one set of OB/L is issued.
4.Live animals, plants or plant's parts and dangerous cargo
are not landed without prior arrangement with port
authority.
5.Amendment of consignee/notify party in case of used/
reconditioned vehicles is strictly prohibited after
submission of manifest to local customs.
8.2 Republic of South Africa
1.M/F should be submitted to port authority at least 3
days (72 hours) before vessel's arrival. Otherwise it
will impose penalties of (ZAR 50 per container) with a
minimum charge of ZAR 1000 per vessel call.
In order to present list to Port Authorities on time,
it is imperative for GAS JNB/DOC (EMCIS4 port) to receive
EMCIS4 data 7 working days prior to vessel ETA.
2.Once the"Container List" with manifest is submitted to
Customs and Port Authorities, amendments cannot be made.
EG:(A)"Redirections" - ZADRB to ZAJNB or vice versa or any
other redirection.
(B)"B/L amendment"- No splitting of Bills or amendments
to any other item will be accepted.
3.All details on "Original" Bill must, at all times match
with copy Bill details that P.O.D. receive via EMCIS4 data.
If any change after shipper mail OB/L to consignee, then
POL must inform POD who will inform consignee to revise
concerned documents.
4.Cargo must be Customs cleared within 28 days from
vessel's arrival. If not cleared within 28 days, cargo
must be unpacked and moved into states warehouse under
Customs care.
5.The Following hazardous classes require police permits at
South African ports, you are therefore requested to inform
GAS DRB immediately upon shipments is loaded on board with
the full documents including commercial invoice by fax to
apply for police permits. Failure to adhere to above
instruction will result in either serious delay of vessel
or cargo being retained on board.
IMCO 1.1 to 1.5
IMCO 4.1 with FFG UN NO. 1944/2555/2556
IMCO 5.1 with FFG UN NO. 1942/1485/1495/1488/1513
9 SOUTH
AMERICA
1 Argentina
1.Time to submit import M/F
The import M/F have to be surrendered at least 2 hours
after vessel has berthed.
2.The correction sheets are always in force and does not
depend on when did the vessel sailed.
A.If corrections concerned container number/cargo marks/
weight etc. no fines will be occurd. However, the
hugely different weight from the original might be
applied E.G. 45,000 kgs instead of 850 kgs the penalty
of USD100-USD300 without fixed tariff.
B.After vessel has sailed Baries 2 days if need to change
destination and container has to be re-embarkd to other
port, then a fine of 1 percent of FOB value of cargo
will be occurd.
C.If correction applies to shortage/surplus of cargo,
a fine is to be imposd on basis of actual value of
cargo in discrepancy, plus import custom tax (which
depends on type of cargo), plus 25 percent internal
tax. This fine usually comes after a long time after
things have happened, sometimes one or two years.
3.Cargo release
The consignee have to present the original B/L to
customs for cargo declaration.
4.One B/L one service type
5.Clause for in transit cargo
Cargo destined to other inland destinations as well as
other countries than ARBUE, for which clause of 'In transit
to ...(the final destination location)' must appear in
body of B/L and M/F.
6.The dangerous cargo M/F for Buenos Aires discharge
including through dangerous cargo must all be presented
to the port before vessel's arrival at Buenos Aires.
2 Uruguay
Not only import M/F but also in-transit cargo M/F should be
submitted to customs 72 working hours prior to vessel's
arrival.
1.Import Manifest
A.All import M/F are filed with Uruguayan customs
electronically. In order to judge tax ratio, goods has
to be described detailed. General merchandise/
department store merchandise or the like can not be
accepted as description of goods in M/F and B/L.
B.All Bs/L must contain an Uruguayan receiver, even as
second notify, as per customs requirement.
2.In transit cargo M/F
A.In transit cargo M/F must be separated from
Montevideo discharge cargo and both of POD and final
destination must be shown on M/F respectively hence the
clause of "EN TRANSITO A ..." should be covered therein.
B.Whenever agents at POL receive a B/L with any clause in
the body of the B/L related to transit
(on cargo/consignee's account) as :
"EN TRANSITO A ZONA FRANCA DE COLONIA " or similar,
please incorporate them in corresponding M/F
consequently.
3.Correction
Any import cargo corrections must be revised before
submission of M/F to customs. However, only for special
cases duly justified authorities can accept a correction
letter from agent within 5 days after vessel departure.
4.It is not customary practice in Montevideo for special
late amendments. However, if strict necessary same can
be handled on a case by case with no general rules and
it may take 10 calendar days. Besides, if customs
consider changes are affecting fiscal regulations then
vessel may be fined depending on type, volume and value
of cargo with no fixed tariff.
5.A dangerous cargo declaration and packing certificate
and the dangerous cargo M/F for Montevideo discharge
even in transit dangerous cargo M/F must all be
presented to port authority 3 days prior vessel's
arrival at Montevideo.
Said Packing and M/F should contain:
- Marks and numbers,
- Stowage O/B, slot location
- Gross weight
- Quantity and type of packages
- IMO class, UN number and page
- True technical name E.G. "CHEMICALS" is unacceptable
- Packing certificate
Important:
A.For Montevideo discharge or intransit dangerous IMO 1
cargo must be checked with Montevideo agent prior
acceptance of cargo at POL and there are following
extra charges involved:
- A compulsory pilot will have to remain onboard till
container is discharged.
- Watchman must remain also at container yard until
container being delivered.
- If container is intransit it must be discharged from
ocean vessel and loaded onto river vessel immediatly.
If not possible the merchandise will be carried to a
depot and extra documents and charges will be involved.
B.Related to all kinds of dangerous cargo, an extra charge
is involved till now. A fireman must remain at container
yard until container being delivered or it being T/S to
Asuncion or Brazil.
C.All containers which carried dangerous cargoes in limited
quantities, have to be declared and the container have to
be placared as 'limited quantities'. Please refer to
General Introduction of the IMMO International Rules,
point 18.7.2. You should have marked the containers as
limited quantities. 18.7.2 'cargo transport units containing
dangerous goods in only limited quantities need not be
placared. They should, however, be suitable marked on the
exterior as limited quantities.'
D.An omission or a wrong danger declaration may result in
heavy fines to vessel. We have a decret number 100/991
which in the Articles 67, 68 and 70 explained the situation
of dangerous cargo arrived at our port.
Art. number 67:All the agencies have to declared the
dangerous cargoes to arriving on the vessels.
After that, the coast guard designated a place
to manage this merchandise. The fine for no
declaration of all dangerous cargoes after the
arrival of the vessel is about U.R. 30 (the
U.R. is a local currency unit, a balance
between the US dollar and Uruguayan Peso,
nowadays 1 U.R. is about USD 17, but change
every month).
Art. number 68:If the agency omit that a vessel is carrying
dangerous cargo there is a fine of about
U.R. 300. Also the coast guard can suspend
the operations till the fine and all other
extra charges are paid.
Art. number 70:If the agency do not declare the correct
dangerous cargo, for example a wrong position
in the vessel, a wrong gross weight or a wrong
UN number, the fine is U.R. 300.
6.If failure to declare any cargo in Uruguay is considered
contraband. This implies loss of cargo and long legal
procedures in court plus fines to vessel which depend on
type, volume and value of cargo. Value of fines is a
final court decision.
7.Cargo Release
Customs only accept cargo release against presentation
of original bill of lading.
3 Brazil
1.Import declaration documents have to be submitted to
Brazil customs 72 hours prior vessel's arrival.
2.Shipments on pallet
Please show out the inside package for pallet
3.Complete cargo specifications must always be indicated
on dangerous cargo M/F which involve IMO class,
UN number, Flash point (if applicable) etc.
4.Cargo destined to Ciudad Del Este Paraguay via Santos
or Paranagua even those shipments should be arranged
inland transportation by consignee themselves.
Please be sure to clause B/L and M/F as follows:
"CARGO IN TRANSIT TO PARAGUAY."
5.All cargo manifested for Brazilian ports once discharged
are not allowed to be reforwarded to another country,
customs authorities will accept the correction letters
to change discharge port and consignees and exceptionaly
authorize to return the cargo, exclusively to the port
of origin, but never to another country, as triangular
purchases are not permitted.
6.Corrections procedure
A.Brazil POD agent can replace wrong B/L for the amended
version if it's advised by C/S to BRSTO as general agents
with 72 working hours before vessel arriving date;
otherwise, just 'M/F correction letters' are acceptable
within 30 days after vessel's arrival. Expired this time
no more such filings will be accepted.
B.Letter of correction
(1)Issue--each correction letter covers only one B/L,
but separated correction letter should be issued
when there are amendments of freighted data and
non-freighted data on same B/L.
(2)Date--correction letter must be dated up to 10 days
after vessel sailed from loading port, but never to
show date after vessel berthed at Brazilian ports.
(3)Address and notarized by authorities
Correction letter issue for freight data amendment
at BRSTO/BRPNP
. BRSTO- One set required
- Address to 'MINISTERIO DOS TRANSPORTES SECRETARIA
SECRETARIA DE TRANSPORTES AQUAVIARIOS DEPTO.
DE MARINHA MERCANTE SERVICO DE ARRECADACAO EM
SANTOS'
- Correction letter need to notarized by Brazilian
consulate or local Chamber of Commerce
. BRPNP- Two sets required
- One address to 'DELEGACIA DO MINERA NO ESTADO
DO PARANA'
(need to be notarized by Brazilian consulate or
local Chamber of Commerce)
- The other address to 'INSPETORIA DA RECEITA
FEDERAL'
(only authenticated by the very issuing
office/agent)
Correction letter issue for non-freight data
amendment at BRSTO/BRPNP can be only authenticated
by the very issuing office/agent
. BRSTO - One set required
- Address to'INSPETORIA DA RECEITA FEDERAL
SANTOS, BRAZIL'.
. BRPNP - One set required
- Address to'INSPETORIA DA RECEITA FEDERAL
PARANAGUA, BRAZIL'
(4)A correct non-negotiable B/L copy (in original)
should be attached to correction letter.
(5)Before forwarding by DHL. Fax same to GRIEG STO
or PNP respectively for checking if okay.
C.Correction Processing Fee
Besides, correction of import manifest is subject to
issuing correction letter fee USD25 which shall be
collected from either shipper 'who makes DOC errors',
or from the ordering party.
7.Shortshippd cargoes
The customs house are no longer accepting correction
cancelling M/F and B/L for shortshippd cargoes, unless
the correction stated said cargo will be reshipped on
another vessel. Thus, if this procedure is not followed,
said cargo will be considered as shortlanded and the
vessel will have to pay customs, the corresponding
amount of import duties (not collected by the importer)
plus fines due to shortage.
8.If the container arrives in Brazil without seal number
or with the different seal number on container or
relevent documents, the customs will execute container
inspection.
All amendments under correction approved stamp on OBL
is refused by the customs so, if any amendment required
by the shipper it must be issued a fresh corrected OBL.
10.If shipper requests insertion of following clause in
Portuguese in description column:
'MERCADORIA DESTINADA A ADMISSAO NO REGIME DE
ENTREPOSTO ADUANEIRO NA IMPORTACAO SEM COBERTURA
CAMBIAL'.
(merchandise destined for admission into bonded custody
without foreign exchange cover).
Please ensure freight is always prepaid outside Brazil
to prevent any problems with Brazilian central bank.
11.Original B/L sets issued by third country in triangular
dealings Brazilian customs is very strict about cargo
documents reflecting the actual consignee and notify to
release inbound cargo. Please do not send B/L copies
or manifests reflecting dummy consignees/notify parties
to avoid confusion while filing with Brazilian customs
prior to vessel's arrivals with consequential cargo
release problems to the final consignee who will have
to submit correction letter and notarized statement
from the 'previous consignee' that the letter agrees
12.Cargo destined to Santos(BRSTO), Paranagua(BRPNP), and
Rio de Janeiro(BRRIO) should show freight on OB/L.
13.As per local customs regulation, it is not allowed to issue
original B/L in Brazil for inbound cargo.
4 Paraguay
1.Time to submit import M/F
Import M/F has to be submitted at least 1 week prior to
vessel's arrival at any ESA T/S port.
2.Correction sheets
A.Deadline: before mother vessel's arrival at any ESA
T/S port.
B.Amendment fee
(1)Correction made after 'RIVER T/S M/F' submitted
is subject to USD 150 for
-- A consular correction issued at T/S port and
sent to POD for correcting M/F
-- Cost paid by party ordering the amendment
(2)Correction made to 'urgent case' is subject to
USD300 for
-- Cargo arrive at PYASU and consignee no time to
wait for consular correction issued.
-- Cost paid by party ordering the amendment.
3.Weight limitation:
Inland transportation limitation: max. 22 tons/20',
max. 25 tons/40'
(All aforesaid weight limitation contain tare weight)
4.Clause for cargo in transit Paraguay
Cargo for destined to Paraguay, for which clause of
'CARGO IN TRANSIT TO PARAGUAY' should appear in body
of M/F and B/L.
5.Dangerous cargo M/F
Dangerous cargo M/F should specify IMO class, UN number,
Flash point (if applicable) and page.
6.Customs authorities requires that description of goods
must be in Spanish, if not, heavy fine should be applied.
However, if shipper could not provide description of
goods in Spanish, Paraguay agent may assit to interpret
main commodity in Spanish
5 Ecuador
1.Time to submit import M/F
Import declaration documents have to be submitted to customs
one working day prior to vessel's arrival. Discharge of any cargo
will not be allowd if the declaration documents have not been
presented on time.
2.Amendment of M/F
A.Any import cargo corrections must be received one working day before
submission of M/F to customs. After manifest has been filed with the
customs, only amendment of Consignee or Port of Discharge is allowed
but will be fined for the charge of USD100.
B.In regards to amend other columns after mainfest has been filed with
the customs, it should be subject to customs's approval and will
cause serious problem including late delivery, customs fine, etc...
C. Import cargo is manifested but not discharged, will be fined with
10% of commodity's CIF Value.
3.Input RUC number on Consignee or Notify Party column
Tax payer ID number of importers known as RUC number (Registro Unico De
Contribuyente) must be provided on both original bill of lading and
manifest for cargo discharged to ECUADORIAN port. That data will be
given by Shipper.
In case Port of Loading do not state RUC number, it will incur with
heavy fines and consequently the possibility that consignees could not
clear the cargo.
4.Correction stamps affixed on the original Bill of Lading is not allowed.
5.The dangerous cargo M/F and Packing Certificate including through
dangerous cargo M/F must all be presented to the customs before vessel's
arrival.
6 Peru
1.Submit import M/F
A.All inbound cargo documents should be presented to customs by electronic
12 hours prior to vessel's arrival. If the cargo manifest is not presented
prior to vessel's arrival, the Peruvian Customs Authority will apply a
fined of approx. USD230.00 per POL.
B.All in transit cargo including empty units must also be presented at
presented at vessel's arrival.
C. Any cargo is discharged but not included in the manifest will be
immediately seized and confiscated by customs.
2.Amendment of M/F
Any import cargo corrections must be received before submission of
M/F to customs. Once the cargo manifest registered by customs, any
correction can be done within 15 days after vessel's arrival and a fine
of approx. USD10.00 will be applied.
During 15 days to 30 days after vessel's arrival, all corrections or
amendments will be fined with aprox. USD100.00 plus USD25.00 per day of
delay.
30 days after vessel's arrival, any amendments or corrections are forbidden.
3.B/L to show company name, full style address. Phone no., fax no. and
person in charge is most welcome on consignee and notify party column to
issue arrival notice on every consignment.
4.The dangerous cargo M/F and Packing Certificate including through dangerous
cargo M/F must all be presented to the customs 4 days prior to vessel's
arrival to obtain clearance from relevant authorities.
7 Chile
1.Submit import M/F
The documents of inbound including in transit cargo shall be filed with
customs at least 24 hours before the vessel calls the first arrival port of
Chile.
2. Amendment of M/F
Corrections can be made without possible penalty within 7 days after manifest
is submitted to customs.
After that the penalty will be charged between USD10 to USD50 per B/L.
3.Commodity/Description which is too general may not be accepted on the M/F
filing, such as "general cargo".
4.The dangerous cargo M/F and Packing Certificate including through dangerous
cargo M/F must all be presented to the customs before vessel's arrival.
10
AUSTRALIA
1.An inward manifest has to be submitted to customs at
least two working days prior to vessel's arrival.
Otherwise, the customs will impose the penalties for
late submission.
2.The Australian Customs Electronic System, Sea Cargo
Automation, is based on clearing containers rather than
Bills of Lading so if a Bill of Lading is for, say ,
five containers and only one container number needs
amendment then it is only that container which is held
up for 24 hours and not all the containers on the Bill.
3.A monetary penalty for M/F amendments would only be
incurred if a container were to exceed three working days
after announcement of cargo availability date by the
wharf operators.
4.Customs require local state street address for ultimate
consignee at port of discharge to be shown on B/L and
manifest.
5.Customs require number actual packages to be shown on
B/L and manifest - this means no pallets (eg. STC 4
pallets of furniture - should show STC 4 pallets
(366 ctns) furniture).
6.Customs strongly require the addresses of the consignee
and notify party of all import cargoes to be furnished
in full detail, IE.:
A. Address must be within Australia
B. Address must be full street address instead of post
box number address
C. Cargo destinated to Brisbane (AUBBN) should have the
address in Queensland State (QLD)
Missing of data could delay customs clearance of cargo.
9 SOUTH
AMERICA
1 Argentina
1.Time to submit import M/F
The import M/F have to be surrendered at least 2 hours
after vessel has berthed.
2.The correction sheets are always in force and does not
depend on when did the vessel sailed.
A.If corrections concerned container number/cargo marks/
weight etc. no fines will be occurd. However, the
hugely different weight from the original might be
applied E.G. 45,000 kgs instead of 850 kgs the penalty
of USD100-USD300 without fixed tariff.
B.After vessel has sailed Baries 2 days if need to change
destination and container has to be re-embarkd to other
port, then a fine of 1 percent of FOB value of cargo
will be occurd.
C.If correction applies to shortage/surplus of cargo,
a fine is to be imposd on basis of actual value of
cargo in discrepancy, plus import custom tax (which
depends on type of cargo), plus 25 percent internal
tax. This fine usually comes after a long time after
things have happened, sometimes one or two years.
3.Cargo release
The consignee have to present the original B/L to
customs for cargo declaration.
4.One B/L one service type
5.Clause for in transit cargo
Cargo destined to other inland destinations as well as
other countries than ARBUE, for which clause of 'In transit
to ...(the final destination location)' must appear in
body of B/L and M/F.
6.The dangerous cargo M/F for Buenos Aires discharge
including through dangerous cargo must all be presented
to the port before vessel's arrival at Buenos Aires.
2 Uruguay
Not only import M/F but also in-transit cargo M/F should be
submitted to customs 72 working hours prior to vessel's
arrival.
1.Import Manifest
A.All import M/F are filed with Uruguayan customs
electronically. In order to judge tax ratio, goods has
to be described detailed. General merchandise/
department store merchandise or the like can not be
accepted as description of goods in M/F and B/L.
B.All Bs/L must contain an Uruguayan receiver, even as
second notify, as per customs requirement.
2.In transit cargo M/F
A.In transit cargo M/F must be separated from
Montevideo discharge cargo and both of POD and final
destination must be shown on M/F respectively hence the
clause of "EN TRANSITO A ..." should be covered therein.
B.Whenever agents at POL receive a B/L with any clause in
the body of the B/L related to transit
(on cargo/consignee's account) as :
"EN TRANSITO A ZONA FRANCA DE COLONIA " or similar,
please incorporate them in corresponding M/F
consequently.
3.Correction
Any import cargo corrections must be revised before
submission of M/F to customs. However, only for special
cases duly justified authorities can accept a correction
letter from agent within 5 days after vessel departure.
4.It is not customary practice in Montevideo for special
late amendments. However, if strict necessary same can
be handled on a case by case with no general rules and
it may take 10 calendar days. Besides, if customs
consider changes are affecting fiscal regulations then
vessel may be fined depending on type, volume and value
of cargo with no fixed tariff.
5.A dangerous cargo declaration and packing certificate
and the dangerous cargo M/F for Montevideo discharge
even in transit dangerous cargo M/F must all be
presented to port authority 3 days prior vessel's
arrival at Montevideo.
Said Packing and M/F should contain:
- Marks and numbers,
- Stowage O/B, slot location
- Gross weight
- Quantity and type of packages
- IMO class, UN number and page
- True technical name E.G. "CHEMICALS" is unacceptable
- Packing certificate
Important:
A.For Montevideo discharge or intransit dangerous IMO 1
cargo must be checked with Montevideo agent prior
acceptance of cargo at POL and there are following
extra charges involved:
- A compulsory pilot will have to remain onboard till
container is discharged.
- Watchman must remain also at container yard until
container being delivered.
- If container is intransit it must be discharged from
ocean vessel and loaded onto river vessel immediatly.
If not possible the merchandise will be carried to a
depot and extra documents and charges will be involved.
B.Related to all kinds of dangerous cargo, an extra charge
is involved till now. A fireman must remain at container
yard until container being delivered or it being T/S to
Asuncion or Brazil.
C.All containers which carried dangerous cargoes in limited
quantities, have to be declared and the container have to
be placared as 'limited quantities'. Please refer to
General Introduction of the IMMO International Rules,
point 18.7.2. You should have marked the containers as
limited quantities. 18.7.2 'cargo transport units containing
dangerous goods in only limited quantities need not be
placared. They should, however, be suitable marked on the
exterior as limited quantities.'
D.An omission or a wrong danger declaration may result in
heavy fines to vessel. We have a decret number 100/991
which in the Articles 67, 68 and 70 explained the situation
of dangerous cargo arrived at our port.
Art. number 67:All the agencies have to declared the
dangerous cargoes to arriving on the vessels.
After that, the coast guard designated a place
to manage this merchandise. The fine for no
declaration of all dangerous cargoes after the
arrival of the vessel is about U.R. 30 (the
U.R. is a local currency unit, a balance
between the US dollar and Uruguayan Peso,
nowadays 1 U.R. is about USD 17, but change
every month).
Art. number 68:If the agency omit that a vessel is carrying
dangerous cargo there is a fine of about
U.R. 300. Also the coast guard can suspend
the operations till the fine and all other
extra charges are paid.
Art. number 70:If the agency do not declare the correct
dangerous cargo, for example a wrong position
in the vessel, a wrong gross weight or a wrong
UN number, the fine is U.R. 300.
6.If failure to declare any cargo in Uruguay is considered
contraband. This implies loss of cargo and long legal
procedures in court plus fines to vessel which depend on
type, volume and value of cargo. Value of fines is a
final court decision.
7.Cargo Release
Customs only accept cargo release against presentation
of original bill of lading.
3 Brazil
1.Import declaration documents have to be submitted to
Brazil customs 72 hours prior vessel's arrival.
2.Shipments on pallet
Please show out the inside package for pallet
3.Complete cargo specifications must always be indicated
on dangerous cargo M/F which involve IMO class,
UN number, Flash point (if applicable) etc.
4.Cargo destined to Ciudad Del Este Paraguay via Santos
or Paranagua even those shipments should be arranged
inland transportation by consignee themselves.
Please be sure to clause B/L and M/F as follows:
"CARGO IN TRANSIT TO PARAGUAY."
5.All cargo manifested for Brazilian ports once discharged
are not allowed to be reforwarded to another country,
customs authorities will accept the correction letters
to change discharge port and consignees and exceptionaly
authorize to return the cargo, exclusively to the port
of origin, but never to another country, as triangular
purchases are not permitted.
6.Corrections procedure
A.Brazil POD agent can replace wrong B/L for the amended
version if it's advised by C/S to BRSTO as general agents
with 72 working hours before vessel arriving date;
otherwise, just 'M/F correction letters' are acceptable
within 30 days after vessel's arrival. Expired this time
no more such filings will be accepted.
B.Letter of correction
(1)Issue--each correction letter covers only one B/L,
but separated correction letter should be issued
when there are amendments of freighted data and
non-freighted data on same B/L.
(2)Date--correction letter must be dated up to 10 days
after vessel sailed from loading port, but never to
show date after vessel berthed at Brazilian ports.
(3)Address and notarized by authorities
Correction letter issue for freight data amendment
at BRSTO/BRPNP
. BRSTO- One set required
- Address to 'MINISTERIO DOS TRANSPORTES SECRETARIA
SECRETARIA DE TRANSPORTES AQUAVIARIOS DEPTO.
DE MARINHA MERCANTE SERVICO DE ARRECADACAO EM
SANTOS'
- Correction letter need to notarized by Brazilian
consulate or local Chamber of Commerce
. BRPNP- Two sets required
- One address to 'DELEGACIA DO MINERA NO ESTADO
DO PARANA'
(need to be notarized by Brazilian consulate or
local Chamber of Commerce)
- The other address to 'INSPETORIA DA RECEITA
FEDERAL'
(only authenticated by the very issuing
office/agent)
Correction letter issue for non-freight data
amendment at BRSTO/BRPNP can be only authenticated
by the very issuing office/agent
. BRSTO - One set required
- Address to'INSPETORIA DA RECEITA FEDERAL
SANTOS, BRAZIL'.
. BRPNP - One set required
- Address to'INSPETORIA DA RECEITA FEDERAL
PARANAGUA, BRAZIL'
(4)A correct non-negotiable B/L copy (in original)
should be attached to correction letter.
(5)Before forwarding by DHL. Fax same to GRIEG STO
or PNP respectively for checking if okay.
C.Correction Processing Fee
Besides, correction of import manifest is subject to
issuing correction letter fee USD25 which shall be
collected from either shipper 'who makes DOC errors',
or from the ordering party.
7.Shortshippd cargoes
The customs house are no longer accepting correction
cancelling M/F and B/L for shortshippd cargoes, unless
the correction stated said cargo will be reshipped on
another vessel. Thus, if this procedure is not followed,
said cargo will be considered as shortlanded and the
vessel will have to pay customs, the corresponding
amount of import duties (not collected by the importer)
plus fines due to shortage.
8.If the container arrives in Brazil without seal number
or with the different seal number on container or
relevent documents, the customs will execute container
inspection.
All amendments under correction approved stamp on OBL
is refused by the customs so, if any amendment required
by the shipper it must be issued a fresh corrected OBL.
10.If shipper requests insertion of following clause in
Portuguese in description column:
'MERCADORIA DESTINADA A ADMISSAO NO REGIME DE
ENTREPOSTO ADUANEIRO NA IMPORTACAO SEM COBERTURA
CAMBIAL'.
(merchandise destined for admission into bonded custody
without foreign exchange cover).
Please ensure freight is always prepaid outside Brazil
to prevent any problems with Brazilian central bank.
11.Original B/L sets issued by third country in triangular
dealings Brazilian customs is very strict about cargo
documents reflecting the actual consignee and notify to
release inbound cargo. Please do not send B/L copies
or manifests reflecting dummy consignees/notify parties
to avoid confusion while filing with Brazilian customs
prior to vessel's arrivals with consequential cargo
release problems to the final consignee who will have
to submit correction letter and notarized statement
from the 'previous consignee' that the letter agrees
12.Cargo destined to Santos(BRSTO), Paranagua(BRPNP), and
Rio de Janeiro(BRRIO) should show freight on OB/L.
13.As per local customs regulation, it is not allowed to issue
original B/L in Brazil for inbound cargo.
4 Paraguay
1.Time to submit import M/F
Import M/F has to be submitted at least 1 week prior to
vessel's arrival at any ESA T/S port.
2.Correction sheets
A.Deadline: before mother vessel's arrival at any ESA
T/S port.
B.Amendment fee
(1)Correction made after 'RIVER T/S M/F' submitted
is subject to USD 150 for
-- A consular correction issued at T/S port and
sent to POD for correcting M/F
-- Cost paid by party ordering the amendment
(2)Correction made to 'urgent case' is subject to
USD300 for
-- Cargo arrive at PYASU and consignee no time to
wait for consular correction issued.
-- Cost paid by party ordering the amendment.
3.Weight limitation:
Inland transportation limitation: max. 22 tons/20',
max. 25 tons/40'
(All aforesaid weight limitation contain tare weight)
4.Clause for cargo in transit Paraguay
Cargo for destined to Paraguay, for which clause of
'CARGO IN TRANSIT TO PARAGUAY' should appear in body
of M/F and B/L.
5.Dangerous cargo M/F
Dangerous cargo M/F should specify IMO class, UN number,
Flash point (if applicable) and page.
6.Customs authorities requires that description of goods
must be in Spanish, if not, heavy fine should be applied.
However, if shipper could not provide description of
goods in Spanish, Paraguay agent may assit to interpret
main commodity in Spanish
5 Ecuador
1.Time to submit import M/F
Import declaration documents have to be submitted to customs
one working day prior to vessel's arrival. Discharge of any cargo
will not be allowd if the declaration documents have not been
presented on time.
2.Amendment of M/F
A.Any import cargo corrections must be received one working day before
submission of M/F to customs. After manifest has been filed with the
customs, only amendment of Consignee or Port of Discharge is allowed
but will be fined for the charge of USD100.
B.In regards to amend other columns after mainfest has been filed with
the customs, it should be subject to customs's approval and will
cause serious problem including late delivery, customs fine, etc...
C. Import cargo is manifested but not discharged, will be fined with
10% of commodity's CIF Value.
3.Input RUC number on Consignee or Notify Party column
Tax payer ID number of importers known as RUC number (Registro Unico De
Contribuyente) must be provided on both original bill of lading and
manifest for cargo discharged to ECUADORIAN port. That data will be
given by Shipper.
In case Port of Loading do not state RUC number, it will incur with
heavy fines and consequently the possibility that consignees could not
clear the cargo.
4.Correction stamps affixed on the original Bill of Lading is not allowed.
5.The dangerous cargo M/F and Packing Certificate including through
dangerous cargo M/F must all be presented to the customs before vessel's
arrival.
6 Peru
1.Submit import M/F
A.All inbound cargo documents should be presented to customs by electronic
12 hours prior to vessel's arrival. If the cargo manifest is not presented
prior to vessel's arrival, the Peruvian Customs Authority will apply a
fined of approx. USD230.00 per POL.
B.All in transit cargo including empty units must also be presented at
presented at vessel's arrival.
C. Any cargo is discharged but not included in the manifest will be
immediately seized and confiscated by customs.
2.Amendment of M/F
Any import cargo corrections must be received before submission of
M/F to customs. Once the cargo manifest registered by customs, any
correction can be done within 15 days after vessel's arrival and a fine
of approx. USD10.00 will be applied.
During 15 days to 30 days after vessel's arrival, all corrections or
amendments will be fined with aprox. USD100.00 plus USD25.00 per day of
delay.
30 days after vessel's arrival, any amendments or corrections are forbidden.
3.B/L to show company name, full style address. Phone no., fax no. and
person in charge is most welcome on consignee and notify party column to
issue arrival notice on every consignment.
4.The dangerous cargo M/F and Packing Certificate including through dangerous
cargo M/F must all be presented to the customs 4 days prior to vessel's
arrival to obtain clearance from relevant authorities.
7 Chile
1.Submit import M/F
The documents of inbound including in transit cargo shall be filed with
customs at least 24 hours before the vessel calls the first arrival port of
Chile.
2. Amendment of M/F
Corrections can be made without possible penalty within 7 days after manifest
is submitted to customs.
After that the penalty will be charged between USD10 to USD50 per B/L.
3.Commodity/Description which is too general may not be accepted on the M/F
filing, such as "general cargo".
4.The dangerous cargo M/F and Packing Certificate including through dangerous
cargo M/F must all be presented to the customs before vessel's arrival.
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AUSTRALIA
1.An inward manifest has to be submitted to customs at
least two working days prior to vessel's arrival.
Otherwise, the customs will impose the penalties for
late submission.
2.The Australian Customs Electronic System, Sea Cargo
Automation, is based on clearing containers rather than
Bills of Lading so if a Bill of Lading is for, say ,
five containers and only one container number needs
amendment then it is only that container which is held
up for 24 hours and not all the containers on the Bill.
3.A monetary penalty for M/F amendments would only be
incurred if a container were to exceed three working days
after announcement of cargo availability date by the
wharf operators.
4.Customs require local state street address for ultimate
consignee at port of discharge to be shown on B/L and
manifest.
5.Customs require number actual packages to be shown on
B/L and manifest - this means no pallets (eg. STC 4
pallets of furniture - should show STC 4 pallets
(366 ctns) furniture).
6.Customs strongly require the addresses of the consignee
and notify party of all import cargoes to be furnished
in full detail, IE.:
A. Address must be within Australia
B. Address must be full street address instead of post
box number address
C. Cargo destinated to Brisbane (AUBBN) should have the
address in Queensland State (QLD)
Missing of data could delay customs clearance of cargo.