Custom Clearance

Customs clearance of goods - the procedure, also called customs clearance, is mandatory for all consignments crossing the border of the country.

What it is

Customs clearance of goods and payment of duties - all this refers to the procedure of customs clearance or customs clearance of goods. Such services are provided by the customs broker or representative. This person is considered an agent authorized to carry out various customs procedures on behalf of his customer.

How is the procedure implemented

During customs clearance, the declarant or his agent, when exporting or importing goods, transfers to the customs officer all documents and information about the goods. For successful passage of customs control, you must pay all import customs duties, taxes and fees.

There are some nuances of customs clearance of goods. Customs import payments are: duty, payment of VAT, customs duties and excise taxes. Export payments include: export duties, as well as customs duties.

Companies that constantly import and export products outside the country lose a lot of time in the preparation of customs documents. That is why it is strongly recommended to refer to the services of third-party, outsourcing firms. Such firms offer the services of an experienced professional customs broker who has a certificate to perform such work for a decent, acceptable payment.

Why we

We provide detailed advice to our customers on all matters of customs clearance, preparation of declarations for products. We will help individuals in the customs clearance of vehicles. With our help, clients receive the status of “Green Corridor”, which gives the right to receive the most favorable conditions for customs clearance of goods. We will find only the most optimal solution that helps to carry out customs clearance of goods in a short time.

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Frequently asked questions

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1. What is a Brief Import Declaration in the Republic of Azerbaijan and in what cases does it need to be filled out?

The Summary Import Declaration is a preliminary document containing basic information about imported goods. It is necessary to notify customs authorities about the upcoming arrival of the cargo.

When to fill in:

When importing goods to Azerbaijan from foreign countries
Before actually crossing the border

For temporary storage in customs warehouses before submitting the main customs declaration

2. On the basis of which legislative acts is customs clearance of goods carried out in the Republic of Azerbaijan?

Main legislative acts:

Customs Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan (adopted on June 24, 2011)
Law "On Customs Tariff"
Tax Code of the Republic of Azerbaijan (section concerning VAT and excise taxes)

Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Azerbaijan on privileges and rates of customs duties

3. What is the procedure for customs clearance of goods in Azerbaijan?

The procedure consists of several stages:

Preliminary notification – filing a short import declaration.

Submission of a full customs declaration – submission of all documents (invoice, bills of lading, certificates of origin and quality).
Payment of customs duties – include duties, VAT and excise taxes (if applicable).
Customs control – inspection of cargo, documents and compliance with declared data.

Permission to release goods – if there are no violations, the goods are handed over to the owner.

4. Cargo from which sending countries is exempt from customs duties in Azerbaijan?

Goods imported from countries with which Azerbaijan has free trade agreements are partially or fully exempt from customs duties. These include:

CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) countries - according to the Free Trade Agreement (2011).
Turkey - according to the Preferential Trade Agreement.
Countries with which bilateral agreements on trade and economic cooperation have been concluded.

It is important to take into account that a certificate of origin form ST-1 is required to be exempt from duties.

5. Which document contains the list of goods exempt from customs duties in Azerbaijan?

The list of goods exempt from duties is set out in:

Resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of the Republic of Azerbaijan
Law "On Customs Tariff"
Lists approved by the Customs Committee of Azerbaijan

Up-to-date lists of goods can be checked through the State Customs Committee of Azerbaijan.

6. What advantages do goods from the CIS countries have during customs clearance in Azerbaijan?

The main advantages of goods from the CIS countries:

Exemption from customs duties (with a certificate of origin ST-1)
Simplified customs procedure - minimized checks with a full package of documents
Reduced VAT and excise rates for certain categories of goods

However, goods that do not comply with the terms of the agreements are subject to standard duties.

7. Are there any differences in procedures and duties when importing goods by sea, air or road transport in Azerbaijan?

Yes, there are differences. The main differences are:

Sea transport (Baku International Sea Port):
- Cargo handling time may be longer due to the need for unloading and storage at the port.
- Customs duties may include additional port charges.
Road transport (land borders with Georgia, Russia, Iran, Turkey):
- Fast customs clearance procedure, especially for goods from the CIS countries.
- Temporary restrictions when crossing borders (for example, in winter).
Air transport (Heydar Aliyev International Airport):
- High speed of customs clearance.
- Stricter control due to the high risk of smuggling.
- Additional fees for cargo handling at the airport.

Customs duties depend not only on the delivery method, but also on the category of goods and the country of origin.

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