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Know Before You Go
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Read this before preparing your application
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Air Couriers
While BAX and DHL accept Carnet shipments, FedEx and UPS (small package divisions) generally do not.
Commercial Value
U.K. customs denied entry of Carnet because the merchandise was undervalued and did not represent a “reasonable commercial value.” Using the insured value of goods on your General List will usually result in a “reasonable commercial value”.
Export/Import Requirements
Obtaining a Carnet does not release your obligation to comply with U.S. Government export controls or foreign country import controls. Some articles may require an export license for reasons of national security and foreign policy. An export license allows U.S. companies to export commodities that are controlled by U.S. regulations. Check with foreign customs in advance for their restriction or requirements on goods entering their country.
10+2 Importer Security Filing
ATA Carnets are not exempt from importer security filing (ISF, otherwise known as 10+2). However, ATA Carnet shipments ARE exempt from posting the bond required of other shipments entering or re-entering the U.S. via vessel. Except for the provision of the six digit HTSUS codes, the information needed to complete the ISF can be found on the Carnet or available from the broker clearing the entry.
Jewelry
It is highly recommended that identifying photographs be appended to the General List for Carnets entering European Union, especially Italy and the United Kingdom. It is also recommended that identifying photographs be appended to the General List for all types of Jewelry entries into Israel.
Holders should have blue transit certificates in their Carnet when bringing jewelry samples and/or loose precious stones to France. It is also recommended that Carnets covering jewelry and entering Switzerland for an exhibition or fair include transit sheets.
Motor Vehicles
Motor vehicles may travel on ATA Carnets only if the vehicles are commercial samples, professional equipment (e.g. for races) or to be displayed at an exhibition or fair. Special security deposit rules apply. Vehicles crossing the US Canada border as means of transportation are exempt from ATA Carnet requirements.
For personal use vehicles for touring, vacation and non-business travel you will need to obtain a CPD Carnet (Carnet de Passages en Douanes). There is no guaranteeing or issuing organization in the U.S. for CPD Carnets. To obtain one, you should contact Suzanne Danis at (613) 247-0117 ext. 2025 or sdanis@national.caa.ca of the Canadian Automobile Association (CAA) at 1145 Hunt Club Road, Suite 200, Ottawa ON K1V 0Y3 Canada, for assistance. The CAA is a member of the Alliance Internationale de Tourisme (AIT) and is authorized by the AIT to issue CPD Carnets to American residents for touring purposes.
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Read this before hand-carrying or shipping your goods overseas under Carnets
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Airports
For the hours and locations of U.S. Customs offices, clickthe appropriate airport at Chicago, La Guardia, Los Angeles, Newark, JFK, San Francisco, and Seattle.
Avoiding a Claim
To avoid a claim, have the counterfoils and vouchers validated upon entry and exit into a foreign country. Make doubly sure that the yellow re-import voucher is stamped by US customs. This is your last line of defense to settle a claim.
For Carnets with a valid claim, Holders are subject to a maximum penalty of 10% of the total duties and taxes levied by a foreign customs authority. This penalty is in addition to the duties and taxes. Holders will also be charged a USCIB Claims Handling Fee
Carnet Shipments Held-Up at Customs
Regular business hours, contact USCIB, Carnet HQ, immediately for assistance; tel: 800-538-8937, fax: (212) 944-0012, email: atacarnet@uscib.org.
Carnet Green Cover
Upon initial departure, the Holder or authorized representative must sign the green cover. U.S. Customs must validate the green cover and a yellow exportation counterfoil to activate the Carnet for its first use. Foreign customs may deny entry of goods under a Carnet if neither the green cover nor the exportation counterfoil is properly validated.
Restricted Carnets
A foreign customs authority has the right to restrict the duration of a Carnet shipment and require that the goods leave prior to the expiration date of the Carnet. If a customs authority limits your stay, this will be noted on the importation counterfoil (Item 2—Final Date of Re-Exportation) at the time of entry.
Substituting Goods
U.S. Customs levied an $80,000 penalty on a U.S. Carnet Holder who knowingly substituted similar goods on General Lists for re-importation into the U.S.
November 30, 2012
