🇪🇷 Einfuhrzoll und Abgaben: Eritrea

Kurz & knapp

Zollfreier Schwellenwert

$50

Pakete unter $50, zollfrei

MwSt / Steuer

15%

No formal VAT system. Sales tax of 4-12% may apply to some categories at point of sale, not at customs.

Verzollungsdauer

7-21 days express, 30-60 postal Tage

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Zollsätze nach Kategorie

KategorieZollsatzHS-Kapitel
Electronics5-25%85
Clothing10-25%61-62
Footwear10-25%64
Food & Beverages0-25%01-24
Machinery0-10%84
Cosmetics10-25%33
Books0%49
Toys & Games10-25%95

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

Verzollungsprozess

Eritrean Customs Authority manages customs. Limited electronic systems. Massawa and Assab are the main ports. Import permits from Ministry of Trade and Industry required for most goods. Government controls on foreign currency exchange affect imports significantly.

Bearbeitungszeit7-21 days express, 30-60 postal Tage
MwSt.-Satz0% (no VAT)

Was tatsächlich zu erwarten ist

Very challenging import environment. Government controls most trade. Foreign currency restrictions make importing difficult. Limited international courier services. Massawa port has limited capacity. One of the most isolated economies in Africa. Personal shipments possible but unpredictable.

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

Import permit required from Ministry of Trade for all commercial goods. Strict foreign currency controls, access to USD/EUR severely limited. Government monopoly on many imports. Arms embargo in effect (partially lifted 2018).

Ursprungszeugnis

Eritrean Chamber of Commerce issues certificates. COMESA and IGAD regional certificates may apply. Consular legalization often required.

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 Eritrea

Häufig gestellte Fragen

What is the duty-free threshold for Eritrea?

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

What is the VAT rate on imports to Eritrea?

The VAT/tax rate on imports to Eritrea is 15%. VAT applies to: No formal VAT system. Sales tax of 4-12% may apply to some categories at point of sale, not at customs.

How long does customs clearance take in Eritrea?

Typical customs clearance in Eritrea takes 7-21 days express, 30-60 postal days. Express shipments usually clear faster.

What documents are needed to import into Eritrea?

To import into Eritrea, 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 Eritrea?

Eritrea 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.