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 |