Possible new short title: Reduction of Import Duty-Free Limits Possible
The customs duty-free amount of goods imported when crossing the customs border by road may be reduced from $300 to $100, according to a report by Kun.uz. Additionally, there is a proposal to introduce a new condition for not collecting customs duties – the citizen must have lived outside the border for at least 2 days.
The current regulations for importing goods without customs fees for citizens of Uzbekistan entering the country on foot or by car are as follows:
– International airports: $2,000
– Railway and river crossing points: $1,000
– Highway (pedestrian) checkpoints: $300
– Goods arriving by international mail and couriers: $1,000 per calendar month
Kun.uz’s source indicates that there are discussions about reducing the customs duty-free amount for goods imported when crossing the customs border by road (pedestrian road) from $300 to $100. Additionally, there may be a new requirement for citizens to have lived outside the border for at least 2 days in order to be exempt from duty.
The motivation for these potential changes stems from reports of certain businessmen paying individuals to import goods without paying customs fees. This has prompted authorities to consider adjusting the regulations to address these concerns.
