ATA Carnet technical handbook

This handbook provides information on ATA Carnets.

• Introduction

  Introduction to ATA Carnets.

• Legal and regulatory framework

  Information about the legal and regulatory framework of ATA Carnets.

• Eligibility and scope

  This section outlines who may use an ATA Carnet and identifies all countries that accept them. It explains which goods are eligible or ineligible for cover, and sets out how controlled or dual‑use goods can be included when the correct licences are obtained.

• Applying for an ATA Carnet

  This section explains how to apply for an ATA Carnet in the United Kingdom.

• General list of goods

  This section provides more detailed information about the requirements of providing the general list of goods for an ATA Carnet.

• Structure of the ATA Carnet

  This section describes what is contained in the paper ATA Carnet.

• Digital ATA Carnets

  Information about digital ATA Carnets, also known as eATA Carnets.

• Using the ATA Carnet

  This section explains what happens once your ATA Carnet has been issued, and you begin travelling.

• Customs prohibitions, restrictions and licences

  Information about prohibitions, restrictions and licences for ATA Carnets.

• Additional forms and procedures

  Details the forms and procedures needed for certain circumstances in addition to the ATA Carnet.

• Replacement ATA Carnets and extensions

  Information on replacement ATA Carnets, requirements of extensions and extra vouchers.

• Ports, border facilities and logistics

  Information on the ports, border facilities and logistics of ATA Carnets.

• Country specific requirements and variations

  Information about the specific requirements and variations in other countries.

• Loss, theft and damage

  This section provides information on goods that are lost or stolen, destroying goods covered by a Carnet and lost or stolen Carnets.

• Selling and diverting goods

  Information about sale of goods under an ATA Carnet and diverting goods to home use.

• Further resources

  Contacts to assist with ATA Carnets.