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Azerbaijan
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Overview
Process Steps
5 stepsSubmission of final shipment documents to cargo terminal and customs
Document verification and HS code-based declaration processing
Possible customs inspection depending on shipment content
Clearance processing and release
Delivery after customs release
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Guide Details
Documents
Documents required for importing used household goods, personal effects, and related shipments.
- Valid passport copy
- Local ID copy
- Notarized Power of Attorney (POA)
- Waybill (AWB / CMR / BL)
- Proforma invoice
- Valid passport copy
- Temporary Residence Permit and Work Permit (if applicable)
- Notarized POA or original letters for customs
- Waybill (AWB / CMR / BL)
- Proforma invoice
- Valid passport copy
- MFA permit and Diplomatic Note
- Notarized POA or original letters for customs
- Waybill (AWB / CMR / BL)
- Proforma invoice
- Diplomatic missions and international organizations
- Oil and gas-related companies
- 100% foreign-owned companies
- Companies holding official import duty exemption certificates
Duties & Taxes
Duty-Free Eligible: Yes, for qualified entities and approved exemption categories
Duty-Free Conditions
- Official exemption certificate required
- Applies mainly to diplomatic missions, international organizations, and approved companies
- Accurate customs declarations required based on HS code grouping
- Final customs fees determined after clearance processing
Duties Apply To
- Shipments without exemption certificates
- Non-qualifying personal shipments
- Incomplete or incorrect documentation
Additional Notes: Customs declarations are issued per item category (e.g., furniture, electronics, linen, toys) and customs procedure fees may apply.
Prohibited & Restricted Items
Prohibited Items
- Weapons of all kinds including knives and daggers, even as souvenirs.
- Pornography
- Food items
- Narcotics
- Toxic and radioactive materials
- Live plants
Restricted / Dutiable Items
- Extra tires (if not imported with the vehicle)
- Art, carpets, paintings, antiques (require export permission certificates)
- Cultural items older than 1960 without supporting documentation
Inspection / Censorship Notes: Export of cultural items such as carpets, paintings, musical instruments, and antiques requires permission certificates from cultural authorities.
Importing a Used Personal Vehicle
Yes, subject to documentation and permits
Required Documents
- Vehicle technical passport (copy)
- Vehicle details (model, VIN, engine code, engine volume, value, origin, year, weight in kgs, value in USD, car HS code)
- Valid passport copy
- Temporary Residence Permit and Work Permit (if applicable)
- MFA permit and Diplomatic Note (if diplomatic move)
- Original Proforma Invoice
- CMR & BL
- Notarized POA or original letters for customs
Special Categories
Importing Alcohol
Allowed?: Yes, in limited quantities for personal consumption
Limit: 1.5 liters per person and 1 block of cigarettes (100 cigarettes)
Taxes and Fees: Applicable duties if exceeding personal allowance