Country Guide: Afghanistan
Updated: November 17, 2015
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 20-25 days 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 Custom 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.
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.)
Consignment Instructions
Recommended: Contact the destination agent to ensure all requirements have been met prior to import, especially for differences regarding air / sea shipments.
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