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Import to Northern Mariana Islands
The Northern Mariana Islands (NMI) are a popular tourist destination known for its beaches, coral reefs, and rainforests. Due to its strategic location in the Western Pacific Ocean and duty-free status for many goods from the United States, it is a rising import destination. Let TecEx help get your goods into the NMI hassle-free.
Tax
up to 1%
Duties
up to 15%
Lead Times
2-3 weeks
Restricted Items
N/A
Best Carrier Option
Courier or Freight forwarder
Non-Working Days
Saturday, Sunday, and Public Holidays
Prominent Language
English, Chamorro, Carolinian
The Trade Landscape of the Northern Mariana Islands
The Northern Mariana Islands (NMI) are a beautiful and unique territory of the United States located in the Western Pacific Ocean. It is an archipelago of 14 islands, with Saipan, Tinian, and Rota being the largest and most populated.
Navigating imports and exports in the Northern Mariana Islands requires careful consideration of its unique trade environment. While strategic advantages like duty-free access and a tourism-driven market exist, challenges like limited infrastructure and its remote location must be addressed. By understanding the specific regulations and partnering with TecEx, businesses can successfully navigate the NMI’s import and export landscape.
Population
0.43M
Biggest Industry by Export
Textiles
Capital City
Saipan
Biggest Industry by Import
Petroleum
Unique Pain Points for Imports to the Mariana Islands
Logistical Constraints
Due to its remote location, shipping costs to the Northern Mariana Islands are high. Limited port capacity and infrastructure challenges further complicate tech imports to the Northern Mariana Islands. The small market size requires careful product selection, and strict regulations add complexity. Inconsistent internet access and poor road networks for inland transportation also create logistical hurdles, making trade more difficult to navigate.
Complex Regulations
While the Northern Mariana Islands are part of the United States, the NMI also has its own specific customs and regulations to abide by. Importers need to consider not only US regulations but also Northern Mariana Islands-specific regulations, which means more documentation and administration to deal with.
Tariff Implications
As a US territory, NMI is directly affected by the global trade war. The most affected are goods of Chinese origin, subject to various tariffs that impact international trade. The TecEx tariff tracker provides live updates on all the tariffs impacting the US and the rest of the world, to help navigate and plan for trade into the Northern Mariana Islands.
Countries Associated with the Northern Mariana Islands
Australia
Guam
Asia
China
Specialized Solution for the Northern Mariana Islands
TecEx has completed over 75,000 successful shipments across 211 borders. Our Delivered Duty Paid solution is your complete global trade solution. We will take on all the risk and responsibilities, gather all the required documentation, and monitor the entire shipping process flow from pre-shipping, to in transit, to post clearance.
Compliance Regulations for the Northern Mariana Islands
Documentation
Various documentation is required for imports to the Mariana Islands, including a commercial invoice, a packing list, a bill of lading, and a certificate of origin. Obtaining and gathering these is time-consuming and must be done accurately to avoid customs delays. TecEx’s expertise will take control of and monitor the entire shipment until it reaches its final destination in the Northern Mariana Islands.
FCC Certificate
An FCC certificate is needed for all electronic devices that emit radio frequencies imported into the Northern Mariana Islands. TecEx will adequately gather the FCC certificate and ensure the correct labeling to import all electronic goods successfully.
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