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CIB ATA CARNET ADVISORY
Russia Improves Carnet Processing
May 1, 2006
Although Russia is a relatively recent addition to the carnet system, the country has made significant progress since the early stages of its membership. Improvement is measured by the decline in complaints received by the United States Council for International Business(USCIB), the World Customs Organization(WCO) and, the World Trade Organization(WTO).
If you are considering travel to Russia be advised that Issuance of ATA Carnets are made under limited circumstances. They include:
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a carnet holder must have experience with ATA carnets and, foreign, as well as, U.S. Customs,
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someone in the traveling party should speaks Russian well and,
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entry into Russia through St. Petersburgh or Moscow is preferred.
Please note, Russia works on a customs district system which makes necessary use of transits. Because of this complicated system, making a grand tour of the country is discouraged.
If you experience any problems or have questions about this advisory please contact the CIB Carnet HelpLine at (800) ATA-2900 or e-mail us.