Importing into Vietnam

Quick Tips  Air shipments must arrive within 30 days of your entry         All non-diplomatic shipments will face inspection and import duties

Things you should know when shipping to Vietnam

To import personal belongings into Vietnam, log into your account and complete our online documentation which includes:

• Our Inventory packing list to accurately record each item you are shipping.
• Optional insurance to cover your belongings due to loss or damage.
• Customs forms to successfully clear your shipment into Vietnam.

You will need to upload scans of your passport's picture and signature pages, and, if applicable, a scan of your visa.

Please ensure accuracy, as Vietnamese customs will see all documents and may physically inspect your shipment.

How to import personal effects to Vietnam

All imports, including temporary imports, are subject to physical inspection and customs duties or taxes, except diplomatic shipments.

Duties are based on tariffs provided by the Vietnam Ministry of Finance.

You can only import one air shipment, and it must arrive within 30 days of your entry into the country.

Arrival declaration card:

• You must complete an arrival declaration card at the airport, and have it signed and stamped by customs.
• When asked "Any unaccompanied baggage?", answer "Y".
• You must declare either 1 sea or 1 air shipment per card.
• A completed arrival declaration card is required for customs clearance and will save you VND 5,000,000 in taxes/duties (approx. USD193/GBP146/EUR173).

Documents we provide on your behalf to Vietnam customs:

• An Air Waybill (AWB)
• Your inventory/packing list (in English)
• Copies of your passport & visa
• Your Vietnam work permit

Documents your employer in Vietnam must provide:

• Copies of your passport & entry stamp
• A work (business) visa valid for at least 3 months; or a temporary residence card
• Your Vietnam work permit
• The original and copies or your Vietnam Arrival-Departure Card
• Application letter and power of attorney (we will give this to you on arrival of your air shipment)