General exemption for aircrafts parts in transit and crafts parts β Bahamas import duty
All 4 tariff lines under Heading 9809 (general exemption for aircrafts parts in transit and crafts parts) enter The Bahamas duty-free β 0% import duty. Duty is not the whole bill: The Bahamas adds a 1% customs processing fee (minimum $10, maximum $750) and 10% VAT on the landed cost.
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Tariff lines under heading 9809
| HS code | Description | Import duty |
|---|---|---|
9809.0010 |
Aircraft accessories and instruments necessary for aircraft operations | Free |
9809.0020 |
Lubricants, de-icing fluids, hydraulic and cooling fluids to be used by aircraft | Free |
9809.0030 |
Equipment and machinery specifically designed for ground repair, maintenance and the service craft for use within the limits of any Customs place or any other place designated by the Minister | Free |
9809.0050 |
Private aircrafts in transit | Free |
Part of Special Tariff Provisions (chapter 98) β 94 lines in total. Search the whole schedule β
Schedule version 2026-2027 Β· 4 lines shown. Lines tagged verified have been individually checked against the current schedule; the rest are as published in the 2023 Tariff Act. Rates are import duty only β final classification and charges are determined by Bahamas Customs.