Brazil
Brazil Customs Information – Hercules Worldwide
NEEDED DOCUMENTS
- Original passport, stamped Visa
- A residence visa
- Brazil identification card
- Two original inventory lists in Portuguese. Inventory must:
- Be in detail, such as including: brand names, model, make and serial numbers
- Show estimated value of items in U.S. dollars
- Be legalized by the Brazilian Consulate for temporary visa holders
- Pets are to be listed on inventory lists
- Provide two separate inventory lists; one listing used items and the other listing new items ( new items are belongings owned & used for less than 6 months)
- Returning citizens require a Certificate of Residence issued by the Brazilian Consulate
- Proof of income abroad
- Proof of residence outside of Brazil which lasted over one year
- Airline ticket
- For those holding temporary visas, a work contract and customs bond are required
- Temporary visa holders must re-export goods upon expiration of contract
- “Termo de Responsibilidade” (guarantee)
- Need Power of Attorney forms provided by Destination Agent
- Authorization letter allowing Destination Agent to clear shipment
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- Household goods and personal belongings may be imported duty and tax free if they have been used and owned for at least 6 months prior to shipment; and are not immediately sold upon arrival.
- Only two total shipments permitted; one by sea and one by air
- Shipments into Brazil should arrive no sooner than 3 months before and no later than 6 months after customer’s arrival.
- Clearance procedure cannot begin until all required documents are received
- Shipment must come from customer’s country of residence
- Immigrants required to register with Brazilian Federal Police within 30 days of arrival
- It is advised against to import new items; as they will be subject to high duties and fines
RESTRICTED ITEMS/DUTIABLE
- Unaccompanied baggage containing new items will be subject to duties. Duties paid for these goods will be 50% of their value. You will need to present the invoice.
- Items not on inventory list are subject to high fines and or duties
- Duplicate items such as electrical appliances, are placed at very high duties
- Inherited items, wedding trousseaux, new furniture, cans of food and alcohol are subject to high customs duties
- If part of household goods shipment, presents, computers, souvenirs and carpets are duty-free.
- All computers require a special entry permit from SEI, and must list the model, serial number and accessories.
- Tobacco products and alcohol
- Appliances and bicycles
- Audio, video and photo equipment
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Ammunition, arms and dangerous objects. All weapons and firearms require a special license
- Medicines, drugs and narcotics
- Plants
MOTOR VEHICLES
- No vehicles allowed for import, except for members of foreign diplomatic corps
PETS
- Cats and dogs being imported require a health and vaccination certificate from the country of origin, and are subject to a veterinarian examination at port of entry
li>To ship other animals, must consult with the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture prior to leaving the country of origin; these animals are also subject to inspection
**NOTE: REGULATIONS MAY VARY ACCORDING TO CUSOMER’S NATIONALITY &/OR IMMIGRATION STATUS**
IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING WOODEN CONTAINERS:
The Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture has imposed immediate and severe restrictions on entry of lift vans/crates/pallets/wooden air vans and so on, in order to protect Brazilian crops/flora/fauna from what is known in the USA as the Chinese Bug (Anoplophora Glabripennis).
The Brazilian requirements for wooden units are as follows:
- Wooden units being imported require a fumigation certificate issued by the proper official government agency in country of origin
- Certification required showing woods has been treated with fumigation, heat or other types of previously agreed upon chemical product
- Fumigation of wood should be completed no more than 15 days prior to shipment
- Wooden crates/pieces/units that arrive in Brazil without required certification will either be incinerated at customer’s expense or be treated, if possible, in Brazil
- We recommend you completely refrain from utilizing wood for packing purposes for all shipments to Brazil. Instead we advise you to:
- For surface shipments loose pack all items in metal containers
- Utilize tri-wall air containers (air shipments)
- For paintings, glass or mirrors use mirror cartons
- If lift vans or crates are necessary to ship, then the proper certifications must accompany the cargo
**NOTE- all customs regulations and procedures are subject to change at any time. The above customs information is provided as a brief summary of Brazil customs regulations and applies only to household goods shipments, and is for your general guidance. Hercules Worldwide is not liable for any damage, delays, duties, costs, taxes or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance, omissions or errors. Always check full requirements and restrictions with the local embassy or consulate. **
