Swedish port clearance guide.
Release time:2018-01-10 | Source:By ocean international logistics co., LTD | Hits:7
I. import documents.
1. Import license
Sweden implements import licensing system for certain goods, such as textiles and most agricultural products. This certificate can be obtained before the final confirmation of the order. Import licence is normally applied by import.
2. Certificate of origin
If a certificate of origin is to be provided, a commercial paper may be used for the sale of the form, and a copy of each copy shall be published by the approved chamber of commerce. A copy of the submission will be provided.
3. Commercial invoice
The Swedish customs stipulates that a commercial invoice must be provided for goods that are levied from the quantity tax; For goods subject to price tax, three commercial invoices, such as air cargo, must be provided with one copy of the commercial invoice and two copies of the commercial invoice, and a copy of which will be sent to the consignee. Commercial invoice should have the following contents: name and address of the seller, the buyer's name and address, invoice date, date of purchase contract with the quantity of the goods, wool quantity, quantity, name of goods, unit price, price discounts, GIF, all costs, delivery terms and payment terms. Commercial invoice must be signed by the drawer or authorized agent.
4. The bill of lading
Sweden has no special provisions on the format and number of bills of lading. Normally on the bill of lading should be marked shipper name and address, the port of destination, name of goods, freight and other fees list, a complete set of bill of lading number, carrier receiving date and the signature, single content must be consistent with the content listed on the invoice and packing list b/l date, expiry date must be earlier than import licence.
5. The health certificate
The customs and excise department of Sweden requires quarantine of the following goods: food, fresh plants, seeds, artificial common oil, cheese, candy and molasses, concentrated alcohol, brush, potato, etc.
Import duties.
1. Tariff collection standard
Sweden imposes a tariff on most imports. The duty-paid price is the transaction price of imported goods, which is the main basis of the tariff. Specifically, the price of freight insurance, or the additional cost attached to the fob price as the tax price standard.
2. The tariff structure
Sweden's tariff is based on a unified interpretation and classification system approved by the world customs organization. This tax is a single tariff, which means that a tax has only one tax rate and treats all goods from any country equally.
3. Tariff levels
Currently, it has one of the lowest tariff rates in the world, with an average tariff rate of less than 5%. Most raw materials and some manufactured goods allow duty-free imports. The import tariff rate of semi-manufactured goods is about 3%. Some agricultural products are subject to import duties. These import duties are generally variable and vary according to the international market price. Tariffs can be paid in Swedish krona.
4. Tariff penalty? If the goods are not properly declared, if they are intended, they will be fined 2 ~ 4 times the normal duty. If it is not intended, the penalty is lower. Those who fail to submit statistical declarations to the customs within the prescribed time limit shall also be fined.
Customs procedures.
Chinese traders should consult with Swedish importers or transport agents before shipment to determine the best way to enter Sweden, and to find out what documents are required for customs clearance. Importers registered with the Swedish customs will be able to return the goods to the sea on the second Thursday after the arrival of the goods in the "immediate release". The importer who is not registered with the Swedish customs shall submit a full set of customs declaration form to the customs before taking delivery of the goods. After importation, it is not intended to declare to the customs as a domestic consumer goods. In some cases, it may be temporarily stored in bonded warehouses or free Hong Kong dollars and can be re-exported. If there are certain USES for imported goods, such as for testing, exhibition or repair, the goods may be temporarily imported and exempt from taxes and other import duties. If the imported goods are included in the ATA-CARNET system, the amount of a deposit equivalent to the full amount of duties and other taxes is required. ATA-CARNET is a sample of specific commercial value for the temporary import of exhibits and professional equipment for exhibitions and fairs. This agreement stipulates that the above goods may be temporarily imported without the use of various words to fill in various customs forms or payment and customs fees, and shall be valid for up to one year.
Free port regulations.
Sweden has free ports in Stockholm, madeburg and malmo, where goods are not required for customs clearance and inspection. The free port area is owned by the local government, but to ensure the implementation of Swedish laws and regulations, the royal customs office exercised supervision over the goods and vessels of the past. The goods entering the free port area can be stored, sorted, repackaged, sold, exported or shipped back to the country of origin without paying customs duties and spring import fees.
After customs clearance, the owner can also extract goods in domestic consumption. If it is engaged in manufacturing or processing activities in the free port area, it shall be subject to the approval of the customs authorities, unless it is expressly permitted to engage in retail trade within the freeport area.
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