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ATA CARNET
ATA is the acronym for the combined French and English words, "Admission Temporaire/Temporary Admission."
Having been described as a "passport" for freight, an ATA carnet is an international customs document which may be used for the temporary admission of certain goods into 92 participating countries and territories worldwide in lieu of the usual customs documents.
The carnet also serves as a guarantee against the payment of customs duties and taxes (including VAT) which may become due on goods temporarily imported and not reexported. Use of a carnet simplifies the process of transiting customs and replaces the usual customs documents, export licenses, quotas and visas required.
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