Under customs regulations, when cargo is being removed from a bonded warehouse for local consumption, an Ex-Warehousing Home Consumption Form must be completed and submitted for processing.   


Eligibility 

Businesses with cargo in bonded warehouses.

Process 
  1. Complete relevant forms.
  2. Present forms and supporting documents to Customs Aided Industries Section of the Customs Department.
  3. Pay import duties.
  4. Collect goods when released from bonded warehouse.
Application Form(s) 

C24 Form - Ex Warehousing Home Consumption Entry Form ( This Form can be obtained from the Customs Department)

Supporting Documents 
  • Completed Forms.
  • Invoices showing amount of goods being taken out of bonded warehouse.
  • For individuals – a passport or driver’s licence.
  • For businesses – a valid business licence.
Turn-around time 
This service can be completed within 2 - 24 hours after submission of documents.
Deadline 
There are no deadlines for this service.
Related Fee(s) 

There is a processing fee of $25.00 associated with this service.  A Customs Broker will also charge for preparation of supporting documents.

For more information please contact 

The Bahamas Customs Department
P. O. Box N 155
Nassau
New Providence
The Bahamas               
Location – Headquarters - Thompson Boulevard
Opening hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays.
Tel. (242)325-6551 – 9
Fax. (242)325-7409

 
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Customs Department
Customs House
Thompson Blvd.
P.O. Box N-155
Nassau, N.P., The Bahamas
customs@bahamas.gov.bs
Phone: (242) 604-3124 or 604-3125
Fax: (242) 322-6223
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