Persons who were previously permanent residents abroad, who are entering the islands on a bona fide change of residence for a period of one year or more, may import Duty Free –

Baggage and Personal effects accompanying the passenger:

Clothing and other wearing apparel, articles of personal adornment and other normal personal effects, new or used;

In regards to the items listed below, it must be proven by the persons taking up residence, to have been in use and ownership abroad by them, for a period of not less than six months and not imported for sale or commercial exchange.

Instruments and tools of trade:

To be used for the purpose of the person’s trade or profession.

Household Goods:

Linens, towels, rugs, toiletries, art, framed pictures, toys, strollers, crafts, fans, washers, dryers, VCR/DVD players, TVs, stereos, radios, records, tapes , DVDs, books, personal records, photo albums, etc.

Home Office Equipment:

Computers (CPU, monitor, printer, etc), filing cabinets, shredders, fax machines, telephones, calculators, books, etc.

Kitchenware:

Silverware, glassware, chinaware, pots, pans, utensils, electrical kitchen appliances, etc.

Furniture:

Tables, chairs, sofas, bedroom, living room, desks, lamps, mirrors, etc.

Other personal effects not noted above should be individually described.

All of the articles noted above may be imported before or within six months of the arrival of the persons taking up residence. The Collector of Customs in special circumstances may extend the import period beyond the six months. A request for an extension will have to be made to the Collector of Customs in writing.