Temporary import means a customs regime, according to which it is possible to supply products to a state with a future stay on its territory for a certain period.
The use of this regime is allowed by all member states of the Customs Union, but in accordance with certain requirements. Cargo may be imported into the country with partial payment of import customs duties, taxes and without paying special, anti-dumping, countervailing duties, or without paying import customs duties, taxes and without paying special, anti-dumping, countervailing duties.
Customs payments for temporary import
In accordance with the current legislation governing the temporary import procedure, there are two options:
1. Partial payment of import duties and taxes. At the same time, 3% is paid for each calendar month during which the customs procedure is valid. However, the total amount of customs duties and taxes paid should not exceed the amount of import customs duties and taxes that would be levied if the goods were placed under the release procedure for domestic consumption.
2. Without paying import customs duties. Only in relation to a certain category of goods, the temporary stay of which is determined by the decision of the Customs Union Commission dated June 18, 2010 No. 331 and the decision of the Council of the Eurasian Economic Commission dated December 20, 2017 No. 109 \..
Procedure for temporary import of vehicles
Temporary importation also allows the delivery into the customs territory of one car owned by a foreign individual without paying taxes, fees or duties. In this case, the car can be placed under this procedure for a period of no more than 1 year. After this period, it is not necessary to export the vehicle; the customs regime can be expanded under the conditions established by Russia. If it is necessary to temporarily import more than one car by one declarant into the territory of the EAEU, before the expiration of the period for temporary import of the first vehicle, then you will have to provide security for the fulfillment of obligations to pay taxes and duties.
Temporary import of a vehicle is accompanied by the preparation of an international customs document on the temporary import of goods, equivalent to a customs declaration - ATA Carnet.
The Customs Union stipulates that cars imported into its territory can be used exclusively for personal purposes by the declarants themselves or members of their families, as well as other persons, a full list of which is indicated in the EAEU Customs Code. At the same time, in certain situations, it is possible to transfer a car that is under this regime to a third party - citizens of the Union and other persons, for example, for repairs, maintenance and other purposes.
After the regime for the temporary import of cars ends, they can be placed under other customs procedures in a certain manner established by law.
Terms of temporary import of cars
After import, the car can only be used for personal purposes, namely, traveling on it for personal business. And the total time the car spent in the country should not exceed the maximum permissible period. For example, individuals who are registered in another country. For them, the continuous import period reaches 1 year without payment of relevant taxes and duties. For foreign citizens who want to temporarily import a car into the country, mandatory registration is required. This is done in two ways: Through customs authorities. This is possible subject to the obligatory condition that the import period of the car does not exceed 6 months. Registration is confirmed by a corresponding document called a car import certificate (issued until 2021). You can also register the imported car at the traffic police departments. But this is required if the period for which the foreign car was temporarily imported into the Russian Federation is more than six months.
Import of cars by persons who do not have Russian citizenship
Based on the customs legislation of the Russian Federation, any individual has the right to temporarily import vehicles into the country. In this case, the car can be registered in any country, but the person importing it must have Russian citizenship. Temporary import of a car into Russia in 2021 is also allowed for stateless persons, but for short-term use of the vehicle for personal purposes or when transiting through the Federation. Using the car for commercial purposes is prohibited.
Registration was carried out at the place of residence of the car and the individual/legal entity that is its owner in the following situations: The new regulations are presented in the next order of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of the Russian Federation No. 605 dated August 7, 2021. According to this document, for Russian citizens, temporary registration of a car at the place of residence is abolished, leaving only the procedure for changing registration data.
How long does the temporary import regime last and how can it be increased?
The maximum validity period of the temporary import regime in accordance with the rules of the EAEU Customs Code is 24 months.
In some situations, this period may be shorter or longer, it all depends on the type of cargo and the purpose of its transportation to the country. If the same products are imported by different persons, then they must remain in the country for no more than 2 years. The period is set by the customs authority based on the declaration of the declarant, based on the purposes and circumstances of import.
The extension of the period is carried out on the basis of an application by the declarant submitted before the expiration of the temporary import period or no later than 1 month after its expiration within the deadline for the procedure.
It is possible to increase the period of permission for the placement of foreign products on the territory of the state through the same customs authority in which the goods were placed under the customs procedure of temporary import. The period for consideration of an application for extension is 5 working days.
Import by a person staying for permanent residence, a migrant or a refugee
As a rule, the initial period of temporary import established by the customs authority is up to three months. To extend the temporary import period, the declarant must apply (before the expiration of the temporary import period!) to the authorized customs authority with an application and documents confirming the import of the vehicle and the right of ownership or use.
traffic police
For diplomats and consuls of other countries, staff of their missions and members of their families, the period of temporary import of a personal car coincides with the period of their legal stay in the country (period of privileges). As long as a diplomat works in Russia, he will drive his own car.
Domestic legislation provides the right to duty-free use of a personal car with foreign license plates. This opportunity is valid for a limited period. So, how to coordinate with the authorities the temporary import of a car into Russia? What are the conditions and are there any pitfalls?
1) a temporarily imported vehicle for personal use - into the possession of another person for maintenance, repair (except for major repairs, modernization) and (or) for storage; ... 3) a vehicle for personal use, temporarily imported by a foreign individual - to other foreign individuals;
Basic list of documents for temporary import
To register temporary import, the declarant is required to provide a declaration in the required form, as well as add to the application a certain package of documents, which include:
- information that confirms the purpose of transporting the goods;
- technical description with detailed parameters and characteristics of the cargo (required to identify the cargo according to the Commodity Nomenclature of Foreign Economic Activity);
- a document confirming duty-free import;
- the obligation of the declarant to export the cargo to the territory of the producing state upon completion of the specified time;
- an action program that specifies the use of imported cargo;
- a written application for temporary import from the declarant, made in any form;
- a certificate that confirms the fulfillment of the required conditions of the customs regime; other documentation (as required by the customs service).
The need to temporarily import a car into the EU
You can import cars from Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, and Kazakhstan. To do this, you only need to obtain a temporary import permit. The corresponding declaration is filled out right at the border. However, you should know that a car can remain in the territory of another state for no more than 6 months. This rule also applies to foreign cars arriving from abroad in Russia.
This option is perfect for those citizens who go on vacation or a tourist trip in their own car. It can also be used by those who live in two houses by purchasing real estate abroad and obtaining a residence permit in the EU. The only thing you need to do is make sure that the car is not in the territory of another state for more than six months.
Of course, there are cases when a car is in another country for a longer period, but this requires special permission. It is drawn up on the basis of documents stating that, for example, the owner is going to work under a contract or on a long business trip.
Cases when a citizen moves to another country for permanent residence are not considered a valid reason, so he will only be able to use his car for 6 months. This rule is the same for all countries and will have to be taken into account.
Completion of the temporary import procedure
The procedure for temporary import of goods may result in re-export, which implies the removal of previously imported cargo outside the country or the placement of goods under customs procedures applicable to foreign goods (import, etc.).
There are several situations in which the regime of temporary import of cargo into the territory of the Customs Union or the Russian Federation may end:
- expiration of the maximum possible period of stay of the cargo on the territory of the state;
- refusal of the cargo owner to relinquish ownership rights to the product in favor of the country;
- processing of cargo at the customs point in accordance with approved regulatory documents.
The regime of temporary import of various goods ends in accordance with Article 224 of the EAEU Customs Code. There is also the possibility of termination of admission if the products or cargo are lost or destroyed for any reason, which can happen after a fire, accident, catastrophe and other emergency situations.
To do this, you must provide supporting documentation to government authorities about the incident and a previously obtained permit for the temporary import of cargo. The declarant may prematurely stop temporary importation.
If you have any problems with temporary import registration or you want to entrust this process to professionals, then you can safely use the services of the RTL company. We can undertake the full range of services for processing temporary importation or carry out work on specific tasks. To contact us, remember the special form on the website, and we will provide professional advice as soon as possible.
Import of a Russian-made car
Currently, many automobile concerns (Audi, Mercedes, BMW and others) have been producing their products at factories in the Russian Federation for a long time. This allowed us to reduce the cost of the car by the amount of customs clearance. For the customs service, it makes no difference where the car was released, but for the owner personally, transporting such a car will be cheaper, since the cost of customs clearance was not included in the price when purchasing it.
In what cases does it make sense to transport cars?
- The car is indeed very dear to your family as a memory;
- The car is a collector's item or rarity;
- Due to its recent acquisition, it has low mileage, which means it is unlikely to be sold at an adequate price in Russia.
But most often, it is more profitable to sell a car and buy a new one in the EU than to spend a lot of money on customs clearance. It will be much cheaper, even if the prices for cars produced in the EU and Russia are different.
European-made cars are 2-3% more expensive.
Sequence of actions during transportation:
- It is necessary to deregister the car with the traffic police. Indicate in the application that you are doing this for the purpose of exporting the car abroad and will not return it to the Russian Federation. Make sure that a note about this is made on the PTS. Don't forget to get a transit number.
- Insurance must be issued for all countries in which the vehicle is planned to be moved.
- You can transport the car in person or use the services of a carrier company.
- Pay all customs fees and duties.
- Be prepared for the fact that when undergoing technical inspection in Europe, you will be asked to present a certificate of homologation of the car in accordance with the environmental requirements of the European Union.
- Registration at a new place of residence and obtaining new numbers.
- Finally, purchase European insurance.
