Hong Kong is a free port and does not levy any Customs tariff on imports or exports. Licensing is required for the import and/or export of some goods to fulfil international obligations or obligations undertaken by Hong Kong to our trading partners, or to meet public health, safety or internal security needs.
Certain goods are subject to import/export control in Hong Kong. You can click here to enquire whether your goods are subject to import/export control, the documents required and which department(s) to contact.
If the goods to be imported or exported are "prohibited articles" or "reserved commodities" under the Import and Export Ordinance (Cap. 60) and the Reserved Commodities (Control of Imports, Exports and Reserve Stocks) Regulations (Cap. 296A), shipping companies, airlines and transportation companies are required to deliver within 14 days to the Trade and Industry Department the relevant manifests together with the import/export licences for manifest checking.
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Subject to certain conditions, shipping companies, airlines and freight companies which have registered with the Trade and Industry Department are exempted from the import/export licensing requirements for their transhipment cargoes.
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The objective of the origin certification system in Hong Kong is to facilitate export of Hong Kong’s products to other markets. The system establishes the origin of Hong Kong exports in order to meet the requirements of importing authorities. Imports do not require origin certification.
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Any persons who import or export any goods (other than exempted articles) are required to lodge accurate and complete import/export declarations to Hong Kong Customs within 14 days after the import/export of goods.
Please visit the website of Hong Kong Customs for details.
Hong Kong Customs is responsible for the clearance of import/export cargoes within Hong Kong territory.
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Hong Kong has concluded Free Trade Agreements with certain economies. Hong Kong's exports to these economies can enjoy preferential tariff treatment if they meet specific rules of origin.
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The United Nations from time to time passes resolutions to impose sanctions on certain countries. Hong Kong will impose restrictions on trade and other activities according to the sanctions. Click here for details.
Persons in breach of the law by importing/exporting goods in Hong Kong is liable to fine and/or imprisonment. Moreover, persons in breach of the law may be subject to administrative actions, such as suspension or revocation of licenses or registration concerned.
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The public may apply in person, by mail and/or by electronic means for the import/export services by the Trade and Industry Department. Click here for details.
This web site provides statistics on the imports/exports of Hong Kong. Click here for details.