Personal Items Customs Clearance Cases (Import into China)

Personal effects import customs declaration must meet the following conditions:

1. For Chinese citizens who need to import furniture: A certificate of working abroad for several years and an explanation of the situation must be provided.

2. For foreign citizens who need to import furniture: A residence permit for 12 months of work in China (10 months in Shanghai) must be provided.

3. The customs seal for furniture import formalities must be processed at the location where the work permit was issued.

4. For personal items sent from or to regions other than Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan, the limit per shipment is 1,000 RMB, and the duty-free amount is 50 RMB.

• A. For Immigrants Going Abroad: Please bring your passport, visa, invoice for newly purchased items, detailed item list, and list of volume and estimated weight.

• B. For Residents of Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Macao (China): Please bring your Mainland Travel Permit for Taiwan Residents (or residence permit), study or work certificate, invoice for newly purchased items, item list, and list of volume and estimated weight.

• C. For Foreign Citizens: Please bring your passport, visa, invoice for newly purchased items, work permit, residence permit, detailed item list (to be signed), and list of volume and estimated weight.

• D. For Tourists Purchasing Goods (Foreign Citizens Only): Passport, visa, customs declaration power of attorney, detailed cargo list (to be signed), invoice, and foreign exchange conversion slip.

Note: The customs requires the submission of original copies of all the above documents during customs clearance.

Guangzhou Panyue International Trade Co., Ltd. provides professional personal effects import customs declaration services, with targeted solutions for the unique needs of personal items import:

• Expert guidance on document preparation to ensure compliance with personal effects import regulations

• Efficient customs clearance coordination, reducing waiting time for individual clients

• Clear communication on duty calculation and exemption policies to avoid unexpected costs

• Flexible service support for different applicant types (immigrants, foreign employees, tourists, etc.)

• Assistance with customs seal processing and document verification to ensure smooth clearance

With in-depth understanding of personal effects import policies and procedures, we help clients complete customs declaration efficiently while ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements.