Know the rules and price list of Cuban Customs for the import of household appliances. Discover the most economical equipment.
Resolution 175/2022 of the General Customs of the Republic of Cuba contains the list of reference values for non-commercial imports carried out by natural persons by any means.
The provision, which repeals up to three previous regulations, serves as a guide so that travelers visiting the island know the main requirements when packing their luggage.
In order to know the reference value of a product, Cuban Customs has defined a list of prices for certain items, according to their units of measurement by quantity (Unit, set, kit, coil or reel), weight (kilogram). , dimensions (meter, square meter) and volume (liter, cubic meter).
In this article, we will tell you what are the rules you should know about importing appliances to Cuba and what are the cheapest items in this category.
General rules for bringing electrical appliances to Cuba
For household appliances, computing and communications equipment, and other durable items, customs valuation is carried out using the customs declaration, purchase invoice or reference value.
However, the person can request a specific valuation, in which case customs will evaluate whether it is done by weight. In this case, the teams will be presented separately from the miscellany. If they are found together in the same luggage or shipment, the customs authority can apply the valuation to the weight and deduct the weight of the packaging.
Customs admits the import of household appliances, as long as they are varied. Up to two (2) items of the same type can be imported, as long as the sum of their values does not exceed the limit established for the import operation (baggage, shipping, etc.). In the case of power plants, up to two (2) units are also allowed.
LESS EXPENSIVE APPLIANCES FOR CUBA
- Domestic electric irons: unit $10.00
- Spice and vegetable chopper, mixers and mills; parts, pieces and accessories of compressors and pumps for water: unit $15.00
- Electric frying pans and the like; electric rice cooker, electric steamer cooker and electric multi-function cooker; fans; dryer or curling iron and a hair straightener: $20.00 each
- Electric shower, water heater (gas); an electric sandwich maker: each unit $30.00
- Vacuum cleaner; barbecue or grill, electric fryer: unit $40.00
All prices are set in dollars, but payment can be made in Cuban pesos. If you reside in Cuba and it is your first import of the year, you can pay in Cuban pesos. On the other hand, if you have already imported before or reside outside of Cuba, the import will be charged in US dollars and you must pay in Cuban pesos at the exchange rate of 24 pesos per dollar.
Remember that the value of imported appliances is deducted from the annual limit of $1,000. Keep in mind the different payment methods and currency exchange if you live outside of Cuba.
Tip: Check the official list of Cuban Customs for detailed information on the reference values of all items.
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