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In order to aid you in moving to Madagascar we have gathered customs information. We advise you to carefully review the information relating to moving to Madagascar. You may find more up to date information at your local consulate or embassy. Please note, customs regulations are subject to change at any time. GEM Relocations cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance.
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Original passport

"Attestation Reservation de cale"

Letter of transfer from the shipper's employer

Inventory (four copies) detailed, valued, in French, signed and dated by shipper, and consularized at origin (Describe all stereo, video and radio equipment, including make, model and serial number)

Letter authorizing Destination Agent to clear shipment

SHIPPER MUST BE PRESENT AT CUSTOMS CLEARANCE

All shipments inspected

Personal effects may be duty-free

Shipments must arrive within four months of customer

Food and consumable items: All canned meat products (including pork, sheep, fish, chicken, etc.) must have Certificate of Health

Electrical items and furniture must be more than six months old, otherwise, they are subject to Customs duties and taxes

Invoices required

Home computers are not accepted as personal effects and are subject to Customs duties and taxes

Books and tapes (audio and video) require an agreement from the Interior Ministry. No more than 25 audio and video tapes can be imported

Firearms require an agreement from the Defense Ministry

Phones and faxes require an agreement from Telecoms and Post

Weapons, ammunition, military equipment

Drugs and narcotics

Alcohol and other spirits are prohibited and should be sent separately

Animal skins, stuffed animals, birds or fish

CBs and walkie-talkies (including children's toys)

High duties and taxes apply

Certificate of good health dated within three days of arrival

Rabies vaccination (within 30-180 days prior to arrival)>

Shipping as unaccompanied baggage not recommended