Côte d'Ivoire Customs Export and Import Taxes and Fees
Summary:This article provides an overview of the customs administration and the classification of import duty rates in Côte d'Ivoire, with the General Directorate of Customs operating under the Ministry of Economy and Finance and following the 1988 revised Customs Code.
Customs Administration Rules and Regulations
The Côte d'Ivoire General Directorate of Customs operates under the Ministry of Economy and Finance, exercising its authority in accordance with the 1988 revised Customs Code of Côte d'Ivoire.
Import Duty Rates in Côte d'Ivoire
Import duty rates in Côte d'Ivoire are categorized into four main classes:
Exempt from Import Duties: Books, cultural products, scientific and
technological patents, medicines, and other essential items deemed crucial for Côte
d'Ivoire are exempt from import duties. However, a customs fee of approximately 1% of the goods'
value is applicable.
Raw Materials: Import duties for raw materials such as crude oil range from 5%
to 10%.
Semi-finished Products and Refined Petroleum Products: Import duties for
semi-finished products and refined petroleum products fall between 10% and 20%.
Finished Goods: Import duties for finished goods exceed 20%, with luxury
consumer items like automobiles incurring duties above 30%.
