An ATA Carnet is an international customs document administered by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). It allows businesses to temporarily import goods into multiple countries within one year without paying duties, VAT, or posting bonds. For companies participating in overseas exhibitions, roadshows, sports events, product demonstrations, or film production, the ATA Carnet is the most efficient and cost-effective way to move equipment across borders.
What Can an ATA Carnet Be Used For?
ATA Carnets cover three major categories of goods:
1. Exhibition and Trade Fair Goods
Products, machinery, models, artwork, and display items for international exhibitions and trade events.
2. Commercial Samples
Samples carried by sales teams for buyer presentations, product demos, or marketing activities.
3. Professional Equipment
Cameras, broadcast gear, musical instruments, medical devices, engineering tools, sports equipment, and other specialized tools used for work or performance.
Note: Consumables, food items, perishables, and dangerous goods are generally not eligible for ATA Carnet use.
Countries Where Taiwan ATA Carnet Is Accepted
More than 80 countries and territories accept ATA Carnets issued in Taiwan, including:
- Europe: Almost all EU member states, the UK, Switzerland, Norway, Turkey, and others
- Asia: Japan, Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Macau, India, Pakistan, etc.
- Americas: USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Colombia, and more
- Middle East: UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Jordan, Bahrain, Kuwait
- Africa: South Africa, Morocco, Kenya, Tunisia, Ivory Coast, and others
How ATA Carnet Works (Air & Ocean Logistics)
1. Taiwan Export
- Carnet holder must present the original ATA Carnet at customs for export stamping
- Both air and ocean shipments may require physical inspection
- Export clearance must be completed before goods are loaded
- Present the original ATA Carnet upon arrival
- Customs will stamp the import voucher, allowing duty-free, bond-free temporary entry
- Re-export date may be recorded by local customs
- Goods must not be sold, consumed, altered, or replaced
- All serial numbers and quantities must match the Carnet exactly
- Before goods leave the country, customs must stamp the re-export voucher
- Missing stamps may lead to duties, VAT, and penalties
- Present Carnet for re-import stamping
- After all pages are properly stamped, return the Carnet to TAITRA/ICC for final discharge
Key Advantages of Using ATA Carnet
✔ Significant Cost Savings
Avoid paying customs duties, VAT, and posting large import bonds.
✔ Faster Customs Clearance
Streamlined border procedures reduce delays and administrative time.
✔ Multi-Country, Multi-Trip Use
Ideal for touring exhibitions, international competitions, roadshows, and global business travel.
✔ Reduced Administrative Burden
One standardized document replaces multiple temporary import processes.
Who Benefits from ATA Carnet?
- Exhibition and event organizers
- Industrial machinery suppliers
- Film, media, and broadcasting teams
- Sports teams and athletic equipment suppliers
- Technology and product demo teams
- Medical device companies
- Engineering and testing service providers
- Art exhibitions and cultural institutions
We provide complete, end-to-end ATA Carnet logistics services:
- Document preparation & ATA application assistance
- Air and ocean freight arrangements
- Door-to-door delivery
- On-site exhibition logistics
- Customs coordination for export, import & re-export
- Storage, packing, and return handling
- Full management of all stamping and documentation requirements
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