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Dubai Customs Issues Guidance for Imports via E-Commerce

Dubai Customs recently issued guidance regarding imports of goods via e-commerce channels and the benefits available to traders, KPMG said Aug. 17. The guidance, effective Nov. 14, applies to commercial companies, including free zone companies and customs warehouses, and outlines…

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certain exemptions. The guidance also said logistics companies may clear goods on behalf of businesses registered under the Dubai Customs customer registration system, and that electronic documents will be accepted for customs clearance, KPMG said. Customs declarations for goods valued at less than about $8,000 will be exempt from customs service charges.