🇧🇧 Einfuhrzoll und Abgaben: Barbados

Kurz & knapp

Zollfreier Schwellenwert

$50

Pakete unter $50, zollfrei

MwSt / Steuer

15%

CIF value + duty. VAT at 17.5% on most imported goods. Some basic food items zero-rated.

Verzollungsdauer

2-4 Tage

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Zollsätze nach Kategorie

KategorieZollsatzHS-Kapitel
Electronics0-20% CET (smartphones 5%, laptops 5%, TVs 20%)HS 85
Clothing5-20% CET (garments 5-20%)HS 61-62
Footwear5-20% CET (all footwear 5-20%)HS 64
Food products0-20% (rice 5%, meat 20%, dairy 5-20%, processed food 5-20%)HS 01-24
Machinery0-5% (industrial machinery 0%, household 5%)HS 84
Cosmetics5-20% (perfumes 20%, skincare 5%)HS 33
Books0%HS 49
Toys5-20% (basic toys 5%, electronic toys 20%)HS 95

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

Verzollungsprozess

Barbados Customs & Excise Department (customs.gov.bb). ASYCUDA World electronic system. CARICOM CET applies (0-20%). VAT at 17.5% on all imports. Port of Bridgetown is the main entry point. Grantley Adams International Airport for air cargo. Environmental levy on certain imports.

Bearbeitungszeit2-4 Tage
MwSt.-Satz17.5%

Was tatsächlich zu erwarten ist

Well-organized for a Caribbean island. CARICOM CET keeps duties at 0-20%. DHL, FedEx available. Environmental levy applies. Postal parcels 2-3 weeks. Customs is professional but can be slow during peak tourist season. VAT at 17.5% adds significantly to landed cost. $100 de minimis provides some relief for small purchases.

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, ammunition, pharmaceuticals, and certain agricultural products. Import permits needed for meat, poultry, and plant products. Barbados National Standards Institution (BNSI) compliance for consumer goods.

Ursprungszeugnis

CARICOM Certificate of Origin for preferential intra-regional rates. EPA (Economic Partnership Agreement) certificate for EU trade. General certificates from Barbados Chamber of Commerce and Industry (BCCI).

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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 Barbados

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What is the duty-free threshold for Barbados?

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

What is the VAT rate on imports to Barbados?

The VAT/tax rate on imports to Barbados is 15%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. VAT at 17.5% on most imported goods. Some basic food items zero-rated.

How long does customs clearance take in Barbados?

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

What documents are needed to import into Barbados?

To import into Barbados, 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 Barbados?

Barbados 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.