Pakistan Baggage Rules

Marshall Packers and Movers, we provide complete import customs clearance services for household goods arriving in Pakistan by air or sea shipment. Our experienced customs professionals handle every step of the clearance process efficiently, ensuring your belongings are released quickly and without hassle.

Whether you are relocating from abroad or receiving personal effects from overseas, we take care of all documentation, customs formalities, and coordination with port and airport authorities. Our team ensures full compliance with Pakistan Customs regulations, including accurate declaration, duty and tax assessment, and smooth delivery to your doorstep.

With Marshall’s trusted network across major ports and airports including Karachi, Lahore, Islamabad, and Faisalabad, you can rely on us for transparent, reliable, and timely customs clearance. We value your time and belongings, offering you a stress-free experience from shipment arrival to final delivery.

Choose Marshall Packers and Movers for professional import customs clearance—because your household goods deserve expert handling every step of the way.

IMPORT CLEARANCE FOR AIR / SEA SHIPMENT Moving to Pakistan
Used Household Goods and Personal Effects

Documents Required

Original passport
Original computerized national identity card (CNIC) (Pakistani nationals)
Copy of visa
Original or express bill of lading (OBL) / air waybill (AWB)
Inventory list in English
Packing list with purchase invoices
Certificate of employment
Transfer of residence certificate
Exemption certificate (diplomats)
Copy of diplomatic ID card (diplomats)
Specific Information

Pakistani citizens are eligible for a transfer of residence facility in case the owner of the goods has stayed abroad for 2 or more years and has not visited Pakistan in those 2 years for a cumulative period of 120 days or more.
Foreign nationals are also eligible for a transfer of residence duty discount in case they are arriving in Pakistan for a stay of 2 or more years which is usually given in their employment letters.
Pakistani citizens must pay full Customs duties and taxes on electrical items.
Owners of the goods can import shipments duty free for the first 6 months by completing a CBR booklet (non – citizens).
All import duties are charged on the costs, insurance, and freight of the shipment (CIF) value; the value is determined by Customs officials.
Only used clothing and used household effects can be imported on a duty-free basis.
A letter of authority from the organization is required for all shipments.
Customs clearance takes approximately 4 – 5 days after arrival of the shipment.
Consignee should be present for Customs clearance.
All items are dutiable; the value and depreciation of the goods can be negotiated with the examiner at the time of clearance.
Do not send insurance or any documents showing value of the household goods with the shipment to avoid payment of heavy import duties.
Diplomats may import shipments duty free with presentation of a diplomatic exemption certificate to Customs authorities.

Motor Vehicles Documents Required

Copy of passport
Original or express release bill of lading (OBL) / air waybill (AWB)
Original technical passport / certificate of title
De-registration certificate
Invoice of purchase showing the engine number, model, and horsepower
Specific Information

Pakistani national citizens cannot import vehicles older than 3 years.
Diplomats can import vehicle with an import exemption certificate from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Pets : Documents Required

Original passport of owner of the goods
Health certificate and vaccination certificate (issued by origin country)
Quarantine certificate issued by the Government of Pakistan / veterinary certificate
Pet passport
Specific Information

Document required must accompany animals and pets.
Pets may be transported as baggage, as cargo, or with passengers traveling by air.
Clearance in 1 – 2 days depending on the availability of all documents.
Restricted/Dutiable Items
Items may qualify for free import if within the limits indicated:
Cigarettes (200), cigars (50), tobacco (1/2 kg)
Eau de toilette (1/4 L) and perfume (1/8 L)
Gifts and souvenirs (reasonable number and quantity)
Electronic items of any kind are dutiable even under the transfer of residence
Prohibited Items
Weapons of any kind
Alcohol
Pornography
Narcotics
Toxic and radioactive materials
Any literature, CD, DVD material against Islam or Pakistan
Any art, painting, or object which is obscene and shows nudity
Hides / ivory of animals
Any goods of Israeli origin
Consignment Instructions
Recommended: Contact the destination agent to ensure all requirements have been met prior to import, especially for differences regarding air / sea shipments