Carnets are “Merchandise Passports.” They are international customs documents that simplify customs procedures for the temporary importation of various types of goods. There are two types issued: ATA and TECRO/AIT Carnets.

• May be used for unlimited exits from and entries into and out of the various transit points
• Are accepted in over 75 countries and territories,
• Eliminate value-added taxes (VAT), duties, and the posting of security normally required at the time of importation,
• Simplify customs procedures. Carnets allow a temporary exporter to use a single document for all customs transactions, make arrangements in advance, and at a predetermined cost,
• Facilitate re-entry into the country where the goods originated from

(Be aware that Carnets do not exempt holders from obtaining necessary licenses or permits.)|

Merchandise Covered by Carnets
Virtually all goods, including commercial samples, professional equipment, and items for tradeshows and exhibitions, including display booths.

Ordinary goods such as computers, tools, cameras and video equipment, industrial machinery, automobiles, gems and jewellery, and wearing apparel.

Extra-ordinary items, for example, Paintings, Animals, Aircraft, band instruments, yachts, satellites, etc

Carnets DO NOT cover: consumable or disposable goods (e.g., food and agriculture products) giveaways, or postal traffic.

Carnet Countries

(Countries in CAPITAL LETTERS represent members of the European Union)

Countries are added to the ATA system periodically. Call to determine if the country to which the goods are traveling accepts Carnets. *TECRO/AIT Carnets are accepted for goods traveling between Taiwan and the U.S. only.