Country Guide: Afghanistan
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Updated: November 14, 2016
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Used Household Goods and Personal Effects
Documents Required
- Copy of passport
- Original bill of lading (OBL) / air waybill (AWB)
- Packing list
- Tax exemption form
- Letter of request (to Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Customs clearance permission)
Specific Information
- Customs clearance procedures take approximately 3 - 4 weeks provided all documents are received by agent and complete.
- Afghanistan does not require the fumigation of wood packaging materials (WPM) with ISPM15 at this time.
Motor Vehicles
Documents Required
- Copy of passport
- OBL / AWB
- Original commercial / purchase invoice
- Tax exemption form
- Vehicle identification number (VIN)
- Diplomatic note to Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Customs clearance process
Specific Information
- The import of motor vehicles requires prior authorization from the Ministry of Commerce in Kabul, Afghanistan.
- The VIN must be indicated on the OBL / AWB.
Pets
Documents Required
- Certification of vaccination, including rabies
- Veterinary health certificate
- Pet passport
Specific Information
- The certificate of vaccination must be issued at the point of origin and accompany the animal (dogs).
- The certification of vaccination and veterinary health certificate must be issued within 30 days of arrival to Afghanistan.
Restricted/Dutiable Items
- Alcohol (2 L)
- Antiques, carpets, furs and camera film (permit is required)
Prohibited Items
- Weapons of all kinds
- Alcohol and foodstuff
- Pornography
- Narcotics
- Anti-Islamic materials, literature, etc.
- Electronic recordings (CDs, DVDs, audiotapes and videotapes, etc.) require Ministry of Culture approval
Consignment Instructions
Recommended: Contact the destination agent to ensure all requirements have been met prior to import, especially for differences regarding air / sea shipments.
Cultural and Other Information
CIA World FactbookIAM Note: Customs regulations can change at any time with or without notice. This document is provided as a guide and for information only. While IAM has exercised reasonable care in publishing this document, IAM makes no representation, either expressed or implied, as to its accuracy or applicability.