During the festive period around Dia di Rincon, Customs Caribbean Netherlands will have an increased visible presence and will intensify its inspections at both the seaport and the airport of Bonaire. In this way, we work together to ensure a safe and orderly course of this busy period.
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Are you traveling to Bonaire? Please take the following into account:
Seaport
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Mandatory notification at least 24 hours prior to arrival
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Inward and outward clearance, including a manifest via “Asycuda,” is required when there is transport for payment or the carriage of goods
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Goods must be declared through a customs broker in “Asycuda”
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Recreational vessels must report via the “Regional Clearance System” (RCS) and/or “SailClear”
Airport
Personal goods:
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Up to USD 1,500 (subject to ABB), you can declare verbally and pay immediately
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Above USD 1,500, declaration through a customs broker is mandatory
Commercial goods:
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Up to USD 1,000 (subject to ABB), you can declare verbally and pay immediately
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Above USD 1,000, declaration through a customs broker is mandatory
Customs Caribbean Netherlands is calling on everyone to properly arrange these matters to prevent delays and to ensure safety.