Question?…
Importers and exporters must be registered with The New Zealand Customs Service and the Ministry for Primary Industries. Any person residing in New Zealand or any legal identity with a New Zealand address can register.
You can download the Trade Single Window – Client Registration Application. Please read the guidance notes on page 2 of the form.
Duty rates vary based on a number of factors, including the Tariff Classification of the goods, availability of duty concessions, and the country of origin and export. We advise our clients on duty rates prior to importing. For more information visit the Customs website.
GST is payable on consignments goods over a landed value of $1000.00, and is calculated at 15 percent of the total value of the goods, plus duty (if applicable), plus postal/courier/freight fees and insurance charges. All imports are subject to Imports & Exports are subject to Levies imposed by NZ Customs & MPI.
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No, but it is advisable to use a Customs Broker to clear your commercial consignments, as the customs clearance system requires access to EDI systems and software that cannot be easily accessed or used without specialised industry knowledge.
Yes, you should always insure your goods. Alpha Customs Services can assist you to obtain marine insurance cover.
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