Customs
Customs & Imigration
Customs is a department of the Ministry of Finance. Their main aim is to protect and collect revenue on dutiable goods. For the speedy clearance of commercial imports, it is recommended that you employ the services of a Customs Broker who will be well versed in the rules, regulations, appropriate fees and perhaps most importantly, familiar with all the relevant paperwork that must be completed before goods can be cleared. Concessions : All necessary paperwork regarding concessions should be completed before the importation of goods. It must be noted that even when a company has been granted a Duty Free concession, they are still subject to: • The Environment Levy, which must be paid on all goods coming into the country at a rate of 1% • A custom’s service charge of 5% on the CIF value must be paid • 2% custom’s service charge to be paid on vehicles and bicycles All concessionaires must provide Customs with : • A licence / company registration, proving the right to operate their business in Grenada • A copy of the concession letter of approval by the GIDC accompanied by a list of items being imported A Bond : For more convenient clearance of containers on your own premises or site, businesses must enter into a bond, to the value of EC$100,000.00 This must be done through a local bank so therefore requires that the business has an account with a local bank. A C24 document must be obtained for this purpose. Warehousing : Businesses often enter into an agreement with customs to have goods stored in a warehouse under the supervision of two warehouse registrars and a Customs Broker. This enables goods in the warehouse to be sold to a third party and the duty paid to Customs at the time of each sale instead of paying to clear the whole container at one time. Concessions without aproval : In some cases businesses can obtain concessions pending cabinet approval for a one-off shipment. A letter should be obtained from the Ministry of Finance and a Customs Broker should then value the goods that are in need of clearing according to the invoice provided. Broker’s Fees : Fees by Customs Brokers may vary. But generally Brokers charge 2.5% of the CIF (Cost+ Insurance + Freight) value, of the imported item Immigration Procedures Entry Formalities Persons entering the country are required to produce a passport (valid for at least six (6) months at the time of arrival) and immigration card along with a valid return travel ticket at the immigration desk. It is a requirement that all items such as fruits, drugs and vegetables are declared at the customs desk before been allowed into the country. Any attempt to smuggle items illegally through customs will result in the confiscation of these items and the person(s) guilty of this offence will be arrested and made to await a preliminary inquiry in a Magistrate’s court. If however at the expiration of the six month visa additional stay time is needed, one should seek legal counsel who will be able to represent you in such matters as applying for an extension on visa dates. Diplomats, Dignitaries, and Ambassadors are granted specials immunities and are required to receive clearance at the immigration desk. Trained protocol officers ensure that these officials are welcomed upon entry and that their luggage is collected and delivered to their place of residence. Residency & Citizenship and Obtaining a Visa Permanent Residency A person can apply for permanent residency after residing in Grenada a minimum of two (2) years. The procedure for obtaining such is as follows: Completion and submission of permanent residency application forms which must be accompanied with the following supporting documents: • Reference letter from a reputable person in the country of residence and Grenada • Bank statement from a financial institution • Police certificates of character from the country of origin and Grenada. • Four passport size photographs certified by a Justice of the Peace or a Notary Public. • Original and one (1) photocopy of birth certificate. (Original Affidavit if name does not appear on the birth certificate) • Letter stating the date of arrival in Grenada, purpose of visit, activities engaged in and reason why applicant would like to acquire permanent residence status. • A medical certificate from a registered practitioner, accompanied by results of the following tests: • Chest X-ray • ??&?&???B6?V"(
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