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International events

Summary of customs procedures for event equipment

This section provides a table of different types of equipment commonly imported or exported for international events such as sports competitions, concerts, exhibitions, and conferences, along with the corresponding customs procedures typically used for each category.

Event type Common equipment Customs procedures
Sports events Athletic gear, uniforms, training equipment, medical devices, timing systems Temporary Admission (TA), ATA Carnet, electronic declaration using Customs Declaration Service (CDS)
Concerts and music festivals Musical instruments, sound systems, lighting rigs, video gear, costumes TA, ATA Carnet, oral declaration, electronic declaration using CDS
Trade shows and exhibitions Display stands, promotional materials, demo products, samples TA, giveaway relief (APC C32), tourist literature relief (APC C35), ATA Carnet
Film, media and broadcasting Cameras, drones, lighting gear, editing and transmission equipment ATA Carnet, TA, electronic declaration using CDS
Conferences and corporate events Audio visual equipment, branded materials, furniture, IT hardware TA, ATA Carnet, giveaway relief