Bringing 10 bags of clothes as gifts? Customs explains when duties may apply
Revenue Officer at Accra International Airport Preventive Unit Conrad Attu, has said travellers arriving in Ghana with multiple bags of new clothing and other items intended as gifts for family and friends could be required to pay customs duties.
Customs officers at Accra International Airport have clarified that travellers carrying multiple bags of clothing and other items as gifts to Ghana may be subject to customs duties. Revenue Officer Conrad Attu explained that passengers must declare items they are bringing into the country as gifts. He emphasized that whether customs duties apply depends on the value, quantity, and similarity of the items.
Attu warned that a misconception exists that paying for air freight or excess baggage exempts items from customs charges. He stressed that paying for these services is distinct from paying customs duties. Customs also mentioned that passenger profiling is part of the clearance process, where officers may ask questions about the traveller's itinerary or travel history, and request a passport to verify information.
Passengers are advised to complete written declarations accurately, either on the flight or upon arrival, to avoid complications during customs clearance.
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