Conditions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\nThis concession covers goods imported for the returning resident’s own use only, and such goods may not be sold or disposed of in any other way for at least six months from the date of clearance without the applicable duties being paid.<\/p>\n\n
All returning residents importing household furniture and removable articles in terms of item 407.6 as stated above should furnish their Clearing Agent with a signed declaration on Form DA304 (for household furniture and effects).<\/p>\n\n
A passport and the above documents are required when clearing the goods through customs. The goods should preferably arrive in South Africa after the returning resident. If for some reason the returning resident arrives after his\/her household goods, the goods will be kept in storage for his\/her account.<\/p>\n\n
A specified inventory of all goods being imported will be required.<\/p>\n\n
Returning South African residents will have to satisfy the Controller of Customs and Excise when clearing customs that they have been absent from South Africa for a period of at least 6 months for purposes other than touring and that they actually set up temporary residence abroad in unfurnished or semi-furnished accommodation.<\/p>\n\n
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