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Import to Cambodia
Cambodia’s rapidly growing economy creates exciting opportunities for all tech importers. With increased demand for innovation, the government is constantly working to improve its digital landscape.
Tax
up to 35%
Duties
up to 10%
Lead Times
7-8 weeks
Restricted Items
Batteries, Second-hand goods, Refurbished & Rebranded Goods
Best Carrier Option
Freight Forwarder
Non-Working Days
Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays
Prominent Language
Khmer
Trade in Cambodia
Cambodia has displayed consistent economic growth over the last decade, which is reflected in its digital transformation. Both the government and the private sector are investing in digital infrastructure, including expanding internet access and creating online services.
Due to the implementation of a single-window system, their development in global trade has also seen drastic improvements. The country is a part of various free trade agreements, including the bilateral Cambodia-China FTA and the Cambodia-Korea Free Trade Agreement.
Its strategic location within Southeast Asia, bordering Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam, allows for easy trade access. Its location along the Gulf of Thailand further encourages trade, with the port of Sihanoukville Autonomous Port handling most of the country’s import and export activity, helping facilitate trade.
Population
17.9M
Biggest Industry by Export
Garments
Capital City
Phnom Penh
Biggest Industry by Import:
Mineral Fuels
Pain Points for Imports to Cambodia
Second-hand, Refurbished, and Rebranded Goods
The licensing, permits, and clearance requirements to import into Cambodia create challenges from a trade compliance perspective. This is particularly so when shipping dangerous goods such as batteries, second-hand, refurbished, and rebranded goods into Cambodia. Goods revaluation is also a common occurrence for these categories. Any errors in valuation can result in hefty fines.
Pre-Arrival Assessments
Electronics imported to Cambodia are prone to pre-arrival assessments. This heightens the necessity for ensuring all documentation is in place, otherwise delays or financial penalties may occur. It may also slow down the import process. Hence, it is crucial to be on top of the entire logistical process.
Infrastructure and Logistical Challenges
Underdeveloped infrastructure leads to logistical challenges when trying to import into Cambodia. Limited railway connectivity, poor road networks, and increased port congestion can make it challenging and slow down the import process.
Countries Associated with Cambodia
Europe
Germany
Asia
China
The TecEx Solution for Imports to Cambodia
TecEx will seamlessly manage all Cambodian customs requirements. We leverage our substantial industry experience to provide accurate valuations of your goods, avoiding revaluation costs and offering complete peace of mind. Our additional service offerings, such as comprehensive liability cover, ensure that your shipment is covered at every step.
Our Delivered Duty Paid solution removes the burden from the seller, streamlining your supply chain, while managing everything from pre-shipping, in transit, and post-clearance, so you don’t need to worry.
Specific Compliance Regulations for Imports to Cambodia
Camcontrol Permit
For all electronic goods imported into Cambodia, a pre-arrival assessment is conducted by the Camcontrol (Cambodia Import-Export Inspection and Fraud Repression Directorate-General).
The Camcontrol permit ensures the quality and safety of the imported tech goods and aligns with Cambodian standards. Gathering this permit and preparing for the pre-arrival assessment is time-consuming, and verifying that all documentation and standards are accurate is essential.
Key Import Documents
Other key documents needed for imports into Cambodia include a customs declaration, a commercial invoice, a packing list, a bill of lading, a certificate of origin, and an insurance certificate. Ensuring that these documents accompany your shipment is crucial for a smooth customs clearance.
Furthermore, the wrong Harmonised System (HS) code or other errors within documentation will lead to customs delays. We have vast experience in imports and exports to and from Cambodia, and we will gather all the key documents for you, ensuring complete accuracy.
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