🇦🇼 Einfuhrzoll und Abgaben: Aruba

Kurz & knapp

Zollfreier Schwellenwert

$50

Pakete unter $50, zollfrei

MwSt / Steuer

15%

CIF value + duty. BBO (turnover tax) at 2% on imports. Additional BAVP health surcharge ~1% and BAZV crisis levy may apply. Total effective consumption tax ~3-4%.

Verzollungsdauer

2-4 Tage

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Zollsätze nach Kategorie

KategorieZollsatzHS-Kapitel
Electronics0-12% (smartphones 3%, laptops 3%, TVs 12%)HS 85
Clothing12-22% (garments 12-22%)HS 61-62
Footwear12-22%HS 64
Food products0-12% (basic food 0-5%, processed food 5-12%)HS 01-24
Machinery0-5% (industrial 0%, household 5%)HS 84
Cosmetics12-22%HS 33
Books0%HS 49
Toys12% (all toys 12%)HS 95

Angegebene Sätze gelten für Standardwaren. Der genaue Satz hängt vom HS-Code Ihres Artikels ab.

Verzollungsprozess

Departamento di Aduana (Aruba Customs Department, douane.aw). Aruba is an autonomous country within the Kingdom of the Netherlands, NOT part of the EU customs union. Import duties 0-22%. BBO (Belasting op Bedrijfsomzetten/turnover tax) at 2% on all imports. Additional BAVP health surcharge and BAZV may apply. Oranjestad harbour is the main port.

Bearbeitungszeit2-4 Tage
MwSt.-Satz2% (BBO)

Was tatsächlich zu erwarten ist

Small island heavily dependent on imports, mostly from the US and Netherlands. Customs reasonably efficient. DHL, FedEx, and UPS serve Aruba. Most goods arrive within 1-2 weeks via courier. Not a CARICOM member, separate tariff schedule. BBO turnover tax at 2% is very low (not a VAT). No de minimis, all imports taxed. High cost of living. Tourism-driven economy. Free zone available for re-export businesses.

Erforderliche Dokumente

1

Handelsrechnung

Artikelbeschreibung, Menge, Wert, Absender- und Empfängerdaten

2

Packliste

Detaillierte Inhaltsauflistung

3

Zollerklärung (CN22/CN23)

Erforderlich für Postsendungen

4

Luftfrachtbrief (AWB)

Wird vom Spediteur erstellt

5

Ursprungszeugnis

Kann für reduzierte Zölle erforderlich sein

6

Export-/Importlizenz

Für eingeschränkte Waren

Anforderungen an Einfuhrlizenzen

Required for firearms, explosives, pharmaceuticals, and certain food products. Excise duties on alcohol, tobacco, and fuel. Departamento di Salud Publico for food safety.

Ursprungszeugnis

Standard certificate of origin. Kingdom of the Netherlands trade agreements may apply for some goods. Not a CARICOM member, separate tariff schedule.

Verbotene & eingeschränkte Waren

Verboten

  • xBetäubungsmittel und illegale Drogen
  • xSprengstoff und brennbare Materialien
  • xWaffen und Munition
  • xGefälschte Waren
  • xFalschgeld und gefälschte Dokumente

Eingeschränkt (Genehmigung erforderlich)

  • !Medikamente
  • !Lebensmittel und Getränke
  • !Pflanzen und Samen
  • !Elektronik (Lithiumbatterien)
  • !Parfüm und Kosmetik

Beliebte Routen nach Aruba

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What is the duty-free threshold for Aruba?

The duty-free (de minimis) threshold for imports into Aruba is $50. Goods valued below this amount are exempt from customs duties.

What is the VAT rate on imports to Aruba?

The VAT/tax rate on imports to Aruba is 15%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. BBO (turnover tax) at 2% on imports. Additional BAVP health surcharge ~1% and BAZV crisis levy may apply. Total effective consumption tax ~3-4%.

How long does customs clearance take in Aruba?

Typical customs clearance in Aruba takes 2-4 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.

What documents are needed to import into Aruba?

To import into Aruba, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.

What items are prohibited from import into Aruba?

Aruba prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.