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Why is my package held in customs in Japan?
‘Held at Customs’ means the package you are sending to the destination country is held by the officials of the importer country’s customs office. These government bodies hold the packages until they ensure that only permissible items cross their border and the taxes (Duties & Excise) are paid for the import.
How long does customs clearance take in Japan?
between 1 to 4 weeks
The customs clearance process can take between 1 to 4 weeks depending on the country.
Are all packages held in customs?
Does customs check every package? The short answer is yes. Customs checks all inbound international packages and mail. During this process, a customs officer in the country you’re shipping to will review the package to make sure it meets the country’s laws, regulations and policies.
What items Cannot be sent to Japan?
Items that cannot be accepted for shipping
- Gold, silver, white gold, other precious metals, precious stones including diamonds and semiprecious stones, currency of all countries (banknotes and coins), various jewelry goods, other valuables.
- Marketable securities.
How do I get my package out of customs?
What You Should Do When Your Package Is Stuck in Customs
- Contact your 3PL provider. Your first action should be to contact whoever has shipped your goods.
- Contact your carrier.
- Find out if there are outstanding taxes.
- Ensure there is no missing or incorrect paperwork.
- Wait.
What do you need to know about customs in Japan?
Japan Customs. The Japan Customs official page is your most trustworthy source to answer any questions or queries related to Japanese customs and duty. When you enter Japan, you are requested to hand in a Customs Declaration form for both your accompanied and unaccompanied baggage at the Customs Clearance.
What happens if you bring prohibited items to Japan?
Japan’s customs officials will check your luggage. Depending on the country you are traveling from, prohibited objects can be different. Even if it is something that you always have on hand or a gift to a friend, if it is prohibited by Japanese law, it will be confiscated.
What to be careful about when traveling to Japan?
Something you want to be careful when traveling is your belongings. Japan’s customs officials will check your luggage. Depending on the country you are traveling from, prohibited objects can be different. Even if it is something that you always have on hand or a gift to a friend, if it is prohibited by Japanese law, it will be confiscated.
How to bring a plant T into Japan?
Make sure to submit the plant t with the certificate of inspection at the Plant Quarantine Station and receive the plant inspection certificate seal before heading to customs inspections. Once it has been confirmed that there are no pests, then it can be brought into Japan.