REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE IN BRAZIL
  

Please note that all documents below must be in our hands at least 7 days before arrival of shipment in Brazil and mut have all signatures notarized and copies legalized in Brazil or Brazilian representation abroad where shipment is originating.

A) FOR ALL IMPORTERS TO BRAZIL

      1. Notarized copies of passport (all pages), Brazilian ID (or protocol) and CPF card (or           protocol);
      2. Notarized copies of the airline ticket of arrival in Brazil;
      3. Power of Attorney (model will be provided by Transworld);
      4. Proof of residence in Brazil such as utilities bill or rental contract;
      5. List in Portuguese of goods shipped, with values in USD and signed by shipper (this list           must be done in a specific form provided by Transworld)

B) FOR BRAZILIAN CITIZENS AND RETURNING BRAZILIAN DIPLOMATS:

     1. The documents listed from #1 to #5;
     2. Declaration of Residence Abroad (model will be provided by Transworld);
     3. Baggage Declaration (model will be provided by Transworld);
     4. Proof of residence abroad for more than 01 year (letter issued by the Consulate at origin          or utilities bill, etc). OBS: The client must have these documents in his possessions.

C) FOR SHIPPERS WITH TEMPORARY AND PERMANENT VISAS:

     1. The documents listed from #1 to #5. OBS: In the passport should be already          stamped the visa permission given by the Brazilian Federal Police ;
     2. Declaration of Residence Abroad (model will be provided by Transworld);
     3. Baggage Declaration (model will be provided by Transworld);
     4. Notarized copies of Brazilian Government Newspaper ("Diário Oficial da União") - the page          that shows the visa's authorization (only for temporary visas);
     5. Bond Term (model will be provided by Transworld) - only for temporary visas.

D) FOR FOREIGN DIPLOMATS:

     1. The documents listed from #1 to #5 OBS: The Brazilian ID must be issued by          Government Foreign Affairs Department (Ministério das Relações Exteriores - MRE);
     2. Diplomatic Franchise form. To avoid high expenses at port/airport, the Diplomatic Franchise         (Declaração Simplificada de Importação - DSI) to clear the goods in Brazil must be obtained          before arrival of the move. It takes about 15 days to obtain the DSI and aproved by MRE;
     3. Merchant Marine letter (AFRMM) - model will be provided by Transworld.
     4. Importation of 01 car OR 01 motorcycle only allowed for foreign diplomats (Click here to          download the required form). When sending a car in the same container with the move          it's absolutely necessary to make 2 separated OBLs: One OBL for the car and one OBL for          the move. If these instructions are not followed it won't be possible to clear the shipment          and may generate charges upto $3,000.00.


ALL DEMURRAGE AND PORT/AIRPORT STORAGE CHARGES ARE FOR ORIGIN AGENT'S OR CLIENT'S RESPONSIBILITY. MAKE SURE THAT BOTH YOU AND CLIENT ARE AWARE OF THESE CHARGES AND WHO MUST BE BILLED FOR SAME.

HOW TO CONSIGN AWB/OBL’S:
SHIPPER’S NAME as in passport with CPF card number mentioned on the OBL.
C/O TRANSWORLD
Estrada dos Bandeirantes, 6373 - Jacarepaguá
Rio de Janeiro-RJ - Brazil - 22780-081
Phone: 55-21-2112-4000
Fax: 55-21-2112-4001
e-mail: info@transworldbrazil.com .
 
 
CUSTOM REGULATIONS FOR IMPORT OF HHG’S AND CAR INTO BRAZIL
  
BRAZILIANS RETURNING OR IMMIGRANTS HOLDING OLD PERMANENT VISA:
Must have lived abroad for more than 365 days and must obtain from the Brazilian Embassy or Consulate, at origin, a residence certificate or bring documents such as utilities bill that proofs shipper has lived abroad for more than 365 days.
IMMIGRANT WITH TEMPORARY VISA (Work visa):
Shipper must have a work contract in Brazil and the shipment will only be cleared with a Guarantee Bond signed by the owner.The visa entrance must already be stamped in the passport by our Federal Police.

Please only send the shipment when you are sure client has all papers in order.This will avoid delays on clearance and the payment of high port/airport expenses.

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES:
Exempt of duties only for foreign diplomats. Others will pay 50% duties.

ARMS, AMMUNITIONS, DANGEROUS OBJECTS:
Subject to approval prior to departure from origin country of shipment by Brazilian Army.

WOOD MATERIALS:
Liftvans/Airvans, wooden crates/boxes arriving in containers or single shipments will be fumigated in Brazil at shipper's expense.

LIST OF PROHIBITED GOODS:
Live Plants, Narcotics, Drugs,Tins, Food.

ANIMALS:
Cats and Dogs required Health and Vaccination Certificates.

IMPORTANT NOTE:
NEW ITEMS ARE NO LONGER SUBJECT TO PAY DUTIES.

 
 
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
  
  • Shippers must be in Brazil before arrival of shipment;
  • Shippers arriving in Brazil have to keep with them copy of air ticket as it will be necessary for customs clearance;
  • For shippers with Temporary (work) Visa, Transworld should be informed in advance, in order for us to contact client, as to the necessary documents needed for the Guarantee bond;
  • Please advise shippers (unless instructed by you), C/Clearance fees, THC, Port/Airport Storage, demurrage , if any, are invoiced in Brazil;
  • Do not send shipments without visa confirmation from shipper nor if shipper has a Tourist Visa;
  • Shipments must arrive in Brazil within 180 days of shipper’s arrival in Brazil , as per copy of air ticket;

All imports without exceptions pay port/airport storage in Brazil over CIF Value declared in periodos of 02 weeks.

NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time.The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.