Grenada

You arrive in Grenada with a GoPro Hero 11 and its waterproof housing, valued at approximately €600. This equipment is considered personal effects intended for re-export. At customs, declare it orally or on the arrival form as 'personal photo equipment for temporary use.' There will likely be no customs duties. The risk is minimal, but failure to declare could lead to questions.

You're traveling with an APS-C mirrorless camera (e.g., Sony a6700) in an entry-level Nauticam housing, with a total value of approximately €3,500. This amount significantly exceeds the 111 USD duty-free allowance. However, as it's personal equipment intended for re-export, it should be exempt from duties. Declare it explicitly upon arrival, stating that it's personal professional equipment that will be leaving with you. A pre-arrival letter isn't strictly necessary but can provide reassurance.

You arrive with a complete system: a full-frame camera (e.g., Sony A7RV), Nauticam housing, macro and fisheye lenses, valued at €12,000. This is expensive equipment. Although it's intended for re-export, it's highly recommended to send a pre-arrival declaration letter to the Grenada Customs and Excise Division before your arrival, listing all equipment with serial numbers. At the airport, present this letter and declare the equipment. The risk without prior declaration is suspicion of commercial import and potentially high taxes (up to 40% duties + 15% VAT + 6% CSC).

Do I need to declare my underwater photo equipment to Grenada customs even if it's personal and I'm taking it with me when I leave?

Yes, it is highly advisable to declare all underwater photo equipment, even personal gear, upon your arrival in Grenada. Specify that it is for temporary use and will be re-exported. This helps avoid any confusion or suspicion of commercial import and associated taxes.

Does Grenada accept ATA Carnets for underwater photo equipment?

No, Grenada does not accept ATA Carnets. For valuable equipment, it is recommended to prepare a detailed list with serial numbers, and for very expensive systems, to send a pre-arrival declaration to customs before your trip.

What happens if the value of my equipment exceeds the 111 USD allowance?

If your equipment exceeds the 111 USD allowance, but it is intended for re-export and declared as such, it should not be subject to duties or taxes. The allowance applies to non-commercial goods imported permanently. For more information, consult the official website directly: http://grenadacustoms.com/