🇸🇿 Einfuhrzoll und Abgaben: Eswatini
Kurz & knapp
Zollfreier Schwellenwert
$50
Pakete unter $50, zollfrei
MwSt / Steuer
15%
CIF value + duty. VAT at 15% on most imports. Basic food items and agricultural inputs at 0%.
Verzollungsdauer
3-7 Tage
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Zollsätze nach Kategorie
| Kategorie | Zollsatz | HS-Kapitel |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0-25% (SACU tariff) | 85 |
| Clothing | 25-45% (SACU protective) | 61-62 |
| Footwear | 20-30% (SACU) | 64 |
| Food & Beverages | 0-25% | 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0-10% | 84 |
| Cosmetics | 15-20% | 33 |
| Books | 0% | 49 |
| Toys & Games | 10-20% | 95 |
Angegebene Sätze gelten für Standardwaren. Der genaue Satz hängt vom HS-Code Ihres Artikels ab.
Verzollungsprozess
Eswatini Revenue Authority (SRA) manages customs. SACU (Southern African Customs Union) member, shares common external tariff with South Africa, Botswana, Lesotho, Namibia. VAT at 15% on imports. Landlocked, all imports transit through South Africa or Mozambique. Matsapha (near Manzini) is the main customs clearance point. Lilangeni (SZL) pegged 1:1 to South African Rand.
Was tatsächlich zu erwarten ist
Small landlocked kingdom (~1.2 million people) between South Africa and Mozambique. SACU tariff means same duties as South Africa. All imports physically transit through South Africa (Durban port) or Mozambique (Maputo port). Courier services available via South African networks (DHL, FedEx operate from SA). Postal mail via South African infrastructure 2-3 weeks. 15% VAT. SACU revenue pool provides significant government income. Sugar industry and textile manufacturing (AGOA beneficiary) are key sectors. Currency pegged to ZAR eliminates exchange risk with SA.
Erforderliche Dokumente
Handelsrechnung
Artikelbeschreibung, Menge, Wert, Absender- und Empfängerdaten
Packliste
Detaillierte Inhaltsauflistung
Zollerklärung (CN22/CN23)
Erforderlich für Postsendungen
Luftfrachtbrief (AWB)
Wird vom Spediteur erstellt
Ursprungszeugnis
Kann für reduzierte Zölle erforderlich sein
Export-/Importlizenz
Für eingeschränkte Waren
Anforderungen an Einfuhrlizenzen
Required for firearms, pharmaceuticals, certain chemicals, and agricultural products. SACU regulations apply. Sugar and textile imports have special provisions. Eswatini Standards Authority compliance for some products.
Ursprungszeugnis
SACU certificate for regional trade. SADC certificates. COMESA membership provides additional preferential access. AGOA certificate for US preferential access.
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
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Beliebte Routen nach Eswatini
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What is the duty-free threshold for Eswatini?
The duty-free (de minimis) threshold for imports into Eswatini is $50. Goods valued below this amount are exempt from customs duties.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Eswatini?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Eswatini is 15%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. VAT at 15% on most imports. Basic food items and agricultural inputs at 0%.
How long does customs clearance take in Eswatini?
Typical customs clearance in Eswatini takes 3-7 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Eswatini?
To import into Eswatini, 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 Eswatini?
Eswatini 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.