Tax: Up to 16%
Duties: Up to 4%
Restricted Items: Wireless Items; Second-hand Goods; Israeli Goods
Non-working days: Friday, Saturday, and Public Holidays
Lead Time: 6-7 Weeks
Best carrier option: Courier or Freight Forwarder
Prominent Languages: Palestinian Arabic and Modern Hebrew
One of the biggest challenges faced in the West Bank are the logistical constraints imposed on the territory. Nearly all imports must pass through Israeli checkpoints and ports, leading to lengthy delays in the clearance processes and unpredictable security checks which can stall shipments for weeks or even months. Additional fees and administrative burdens can also inflate overall import costs.
Furthermore, goods entering the West Bank and Gaza may be subject to marking and labeling requirements in order to prevent “leakage” back into Israel. All imports must carry labels in Arabic in addition to the original labels.
The EU has a preferential trade agreement with the West Bank and Gaza similar to that of the U.S. Generalized System of Preferences program. However, you will still need a locally registered entity to act as the IOR to ensure compliance.
One of the biggest challenges faced in the West Bank are the logistical constraints imposed on the territory. Nearly all imports must pass through Israeli checkpoints and ports, leading to lengthy delays in the clearance processes and unpredictable security checks which can stall shipments for weeks or even months. Additional fees and administrative burdens can also inflate overall import costs.
Furthermore, goods entering the West Bank and Gaza may be subject to marking and labeling requirements in order to prevent “leakage” back into Israel. All imports must carry labels in Arabic in addition to the original labels.
The EU has a preferential trade agreement with the West Bank and Gaza similar to that of the U.S. Generalized System of Preferences program. However, you will still need a locally registered entity to act as the IOR to ensure compliance.
How TecEx Can Help You Import into West Bank
Importing into West Bank can be difficult and requires absolute precision and attention to detail. Through our specialized Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) shipping solution, TecEx is prime positioned to act as your IOR and help clear your goods through customs quickly and reliably.
The IT and Tech import landscape in the West Bank is complex and challenging. While significant obstacles exist, ongoing efforts by various stakeholders aim to pave the way for a more robust and accessible tech ecosystem in the future.
Tech startups are seen as a mechanism to both create local technology and absorb foreign technology in the West Bank.
When it comes to importing and exporting to and out of West Bank, TecEx is your go-to IOR partner. Our in-depth understanding of both Israeli and Palestinian customs requirements and regulations allows us to create a smooth customs clearance of your goods.
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