Country Guide: Curacao
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Updated: November 16, 2016
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Used Household Goods and Personal Effects
Documents Required
- Passport
- Original bill of lading (OBL) / air waybill (AWB)
- Detailed inventory
- Certificate of residence
Specific Information
- Owners of the goods having lived abroad for at least 6 months prior to import may qualify for a duty exemption.
Motor Vehicles
Documents Required
- Title / registration
- Proof of insurance (must state the beginning and ending dates of the policy)
- OBL / AWB
Specific Information
- Owners of the goods must have lived abroad for at least 12 months to import a motor vehicle duty free.
- The motorized vehicle (autos and motorcycles) must have been in the possession and used for at least 12 months prior to import.
Pets
Documents Required
- Vaccination record
- Veterinary health certificate
- Pet passport in Dutch or English
Specific Information
- Documents must accompany pets during travel.
- Pets must comply with all health regulations and have been vaccinated at least 30 days but less than 12 months prior to import.
Restricted/Dutiable Items
- New items (dutiable)
Prohibited Items
- Drugs and narcotics
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.