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Find out the current demand for importing cameras to Vietnam
Camera is essentially the general name of motion and still video recording devices. In particular, the devices that record static images are cameras, while those that record motion pictures are camcorders. In the current age of 4.0 technology, two types of cameras that record moving images and still images have been combined into one phone camera that both takes pictures and records. In particular, specialized cameras are also used for filming.
The demand for surveillance cameras is increasing and this security system is everywhere. From Supermarkets, Shopping Centers, Companies, Factories to small households, the market for this product is extremely vibrant. With such a vibrant market, many businesses have started importing cameras from abroad to serve domestic needs.
Cameras are imported from many countries around the world such as China, Europe, Korea, Japan... But the procedures for importing cameras are the same in terms of process, documents and hs code. There are two types of camera import procedures:
- Camera import procedures with import license;
- Procedures for importing cameras do not require a license.
Some popular good camera brands include Hikvision, Dahua, Lilin, AVTech, Yoosee, Xiaomi, Panasonic, Sony, etc. The number of imported cameras in 2021 is estimated to be up to 5 million units, second only to smartphones. It is forecasted that the demand for cameras in the Vietnamese market will explode in the next few years, especially when the Government and businesses are promoting the digital transformation process as well as the development trend of smart cities. Security monitoring requirements in households.
According to statistics, currently more than 90% of the camera market share in Vietnam is cameras of foreign origin, mainly from China. Cameras of unknown origin may have security holes due to accidental or intentional installation of software. on the camera can actively send information to the outside, or "open the door" for outside access,...
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Therefore, importing this product into Vietnam requires strict regulations and specific policies that require units and businesses to comply properly. Otherwise, there will be many problems and obstacles during customs clearance and import of goods. Understanding that, Proship Logistics has gathered knowledge from many reliable sources to clarify the detailed process and procedures for importing new cameras. Let's update and learn through the next content.
Is the procedure for importing surveillance cameras complicated? What is the import process?
Is the procedure for importing surveillance cameras from abroad to Vietnam difficult and complicated? Are there any strict regulations... are questions of many private individuals, businesses, and equipment importers and traders. monitor. Below, at PROSHIP LOGISTICS will clarify the important issues needed to support businesses in the process of importing this item:
Legal basis when importing surveillance cameras
Procedures for importing cameras are stipulated in the following legal documents:
- Circular 30/2011/TT-BTTTT issued on October 31, 2011;
- Circular 15/2014/TT-BTTTT issued on November 15, 2014;
- Circular No. 14/2015/TT-BTC issued on January 30, 2015;
- Official dispatch 20/BTTTT-CNTT issued on January 7, 2015;
- Circular 38/2015/TT-BTC issued on March 25, 2015; amended and supplemented by Circular 39/2018/TT-BTC issued on April 20, 2018;
- Decree No. 69/2018/ND-CP issued on May 15, 2018;
- Circular 15/2018/TT-BTTTT issued on November 15, 2018.
=> Camera products do NOT BELONG to the list of goods banned from import. However, for some types of cameras when imported, an import license from the Ministry of Information and Communications is required, specifically:
- Webcams;
- Image recording cameras used in the broadcasting field;
- Digital or analog camera;
- Television cameras;
- Other digital cameras used for television, digital cameras, surveillance cameras, and image recording;
- Parts used for digital cameras or video camera recorders.
HS code for importing cameras
To clearly understand the policies and tax obligations for imported camera products, businesses need to look up the exact HS code of that item. Accordingly:
- 8525: HS code group of transmitters used for radio or television broadcasting.
* Television cameras, image recording cameras and digital cameras:
- 8525 6000: The receiver is attached to the transmitter.
- 8525 5000: Code of the transmitter.
- 8525 8010: HS code of Webcam.
- 8525 80: Television cameras, video cameras and digital cameras.
* Camera records images:
- 8525 8039: Other
- 8525 8040: Television cameras
- 8525 8031: Code of the type of camera used for broadcasting purposes.
* HS code of other types of digital cameras:
- 8525 8051: Digital single lens reflex (DSLR) type.
* HS code of camera accessories:
- 8529: Parts for use solely or principally with equipment of headings 8525 to 8528;
- 8529 1040: Antenna signal filtering and separation;
- 8529 1021: Camera used for television receivers;
- 8529 9040: Digital camera or image recording camera;
- 8529 9020: Hs code of the decoder;
- 8529 1030: Satellite antennas, dipole antennas and whip antennas used for television or radio receivers.
Taxes when importing cameras
Import tax on new and used cameras depends on the HS code selected above. Each HS code will have a specific tax rate. You can refer to the following import tax calculation method:
- Import tax determined by HS code Import tax is calculated according to the formula:
Import tax = CIF value x % tax rate
- Import VAT is determined according to the formula:
Value added tax = (CIF value + Import tax) x 10%.
Pursuant to the provisions in Document No. 4267/TCHQ-TXNK as follows:
- The camera receives images to transmit to the control screen. It is not equipped with an image storage feature. The operating mechanism is to use the captured image to be digitized and transmitted to another receiver. For this type of product, the camera HS code will be 8525 8040. This product will be subject to a preferential import tax rate of 10%.
- Cameras can store images after being recorded by storage media, usually with HS code 8525 8039 and 8525 8050. This item will be subject to a preferential import tax rate of 0%.
Other types of cameras will be subject to import tax as follows:
- Webcams with HS code 8525 8010 impose 15% tax
- Image recording cameras used in the broadcasting field have HS code 8525 8031; Digital single lens reflex (DSLR) type camera HS code 8525 8051; Other digital cameras, HS code 8525 8059, are subject to 0% tax.
- To enjoy special preferential import tax rates, the shipment must have a certificate of origin (C/O).
Customs documents for import of surveillance cameras
The dossier set for importing cameras includes the following documents:
- Customs declaration;
- Commercial invoice; commercial invoice;
- Bill of lading;
- Packing list;
- Commercial contract (Sale contract);
- Quality inspection registration dossier;
- Certificate of origin (C/O) if any;
- Catalog (if any).
Procedures for importing cameras
The procedure for importing surveillance cameras to Vietnam includes the following steps:
Step 1: Fill out the customs declaration
The first step in the process of importing video recording, observation and surveillance cameras, you need to prepare all import and export documents and other related documents as prescribed in Circular 39/2018/TT-BTC dated April 20, 2018, amended in Article 16 of Circular 38/2015/TT-BTC dated March 25, 2015. Specifically, normal import customs documents include:
- Commercial contracts;
- Foreign trade invoice;
- Bill of lading;
- List of goods;
- Declaration of imported goods;
- Certificates of origin of goods;
- Import license.
Step 2: Open the customs declaration
After completing the HQ declaration, customs officers will prepare a declaration according to the information declared on the electronic software ECUS5 VNACCS. Once completed, the customs system will return the results of your declaration stream as follows:
- Green channel, the inspection code on the Declaration is number 1, your shipment is cleared;
- Yellow stream, the inspection code on the Declaration is number 2, you must present relevant documents for the staff to check and clear customs;
- Red channel, inspection code on the Declaration is number 3, you need to present all documents and check your actual shipment.
Step 3: Clear customs declaration procedures
After checking the import documents for video recording, surveillance, and observation cameras, if there are no questions or problems arising, the Customs Officer will notify you to accept the customs declaration. customs clearance. At this time, you need to pay import tax on the customs declaration for your shipment to be cleared.
Step 4: Transport goods to warehouse for preservation, storage, and circulation to the market
The customs declaration is allowed to be cleared, then it is necessary to liquidate the declaration and carry out other procedures to transport the shipment to the warehouse for storage, preservation, and waiting for circulation to the market.
Label when importing surveillance cameras
Imported goods need to have full labels according to current regulations:
- Goods name;
- Manufacturer's name and address;
- Origin of goods;
- Model, product code (if any).
- Product labels are required to display the following contents:
- Goods name;
- Name and address of the organization or individual responsible for the goods;
- Origin of goods;
- Other contents depend on the nature of each type of goods.
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A few things to keep in mind when importing cameras
When carrying out camera import procedures, businesses need to pay attention to a few points:
- Goods are only cleared through customs when tax obligations to the State have been fulfilled;
- Used camera components are prohibited imports. If you want to import, you must have an import license in the form of scrap;
- Webcams, Bluetooth cameras, television cameras, etc. are generally cameras that can transmit data by radio waves. When importing, there must be a license and standard conformity inspection.
Note, you need to choose the correct HS code for each type of camera to avoid affecting future tax payments. And only by paying all required taxes according to law will the goods be cleared through customs.
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Not only surveillance cameras, but each commodity has its own characteristics, meaning import and export procedures will be based on the laws of each country. With difficult processes and problems in the HQ clearance area that cannot be resolved, to avoid causing further damage to businesses, third-party customs services are now the more urgent solution. chief. And the import and export entrusted service is also a safe solution for import-export businesses, especially those that do not have experience negotiating and working with foreign traders.
Import-export entrustment is the hiring (Outsourcing) of an import-export service business unit to organize and carry out export/import activities for the Seller/Buyer. If you choose Proship as an import-export entruster and transporter, door-to-door delivery, all procedures for importing surveillance cameras or any goods will be quickly cleared through customs.
As a Customs Agent, we will use a valid DIGITAL SIGNATURE to declare customs and be responsible for the content declared on the declaration along with the Import-Export Enterprise; On behalf of the enterprise, carry out import and export procedures according to the Customs Warehouse Contract signed between the two parties; The name and code of the Proship Customs Agent are shown on the declaration and on the HQ system. As the HQ Clearance Unit, Proship will NOT APPEAR on any documents of the customs declaration dossier. Our task is to create a declaration using our own software, then use the Customer Token to sign the declaration, and use the goods owner's introduction letter to complete customs procedures.
Proship accepts entrusted import and export of a variety of products
In addition to surveillance cameras, Proship also provides full customs declaration at border gates, airports, and seaports for many other items such as:
- USED machinery product group (goods that are easy to complete customs procedures and documents): Industrial and civil machines, excavators, excavators, bulldozers, lathes, milling machines...;
- Group of aquatic feed, animal feed, poultry feed;
- Group of fertilizers and plant protection drugs;
- Group of specialized equipment items: Industrial equipment, Aviation and defense equipment, Color printer equipment, printing industry;
- Electronic components, industrial machinery spare parts;
- Handicrafts: bamboo and rattan...;
- Fertilizer, children's toys, elevators, escalators, construction materials, toilets, cups,...
Advantages of import and export entrusted service at Proship
Here are the reasons why you should choose the export and import entrusted service at Proship:
- Customers do not need to register their names to export or import goods;
- Full service, only have to pay once, no additional costs;
- Reputation – Responsibility – Confidentiality of customer information as well as shipments;
- Reasonable entrustment costs for each item, commitment to the most competitive prices;
- Businesses do not encounter problems with customs procedures, taxes, etc.;
- Buy and sell international goods but only through regular VAT invoices.
Type of import and export entrusted at Proship Logistics
Below are the types of entrusted import and export that Proship has been, is and will implement:
- Temporary Import – Re-Export, Temporary Export – Re-Import Services;
- Taxable or tax-free investment import-export services;
- Import-Export services for processed goods;
- Services of importing raw materials to produce export goods;
- Non-commercial import and export services (donations, donations, aid, special goods...).
Multimodal transportation services at Proship
Proship's transportation and E-Logistics services are as follows:
- Road transport by container and truck;
- Transporting containers by rail;
- Sea transport;
- Transporting goods by air;
- Transporting goods by refrigerated containers;
- Transporting retail cargo, bulk cargo, special cargo, and oversized and super heavy cargo;
- Multi-modal transportation of project cargo.
Other types of services at Proship when importing and exporting goods
Proship Logistics provides consulting and other services such as:
- Analyze and classify goods;
- Plant/animal quarantine service (about 700,000 VND) (note: price will change according to market prices);
- Food hygiene and safety inspection service;
- Quality inspection and goods inspection services;
- Certificate of Origin (C/O) application service (about 1,000,000 - 2,000,000 VND) (note: price will change according to market prices);
- Service of applying for a certificate of conformity and declaration of conformity (about 2,000,000 VND) (note: price will change according to market prices);
- Cosmetic announcement service (about 2,500,000 million - 3,000,000 VND) (note: price will change according to market prices);
- Regular food declaration service (about 2,000,000 VND) (note: price will change according to market prices);
- Services for applying for licenses from ministries and branches;
- Fumigation service (about 350,000 VND) (note: price will change according to market prices).
Above are the entire process and procedures for importing cameras that Proship Logistics would like to update to customers who want to learn about this issue to make the import process more convenient. Procedures for importing surveillance cameras are generally not too complicated. Enterprises only need to prepare correct and complete documents and follow each step as instructed to basically qualify to import cameras into the Vietnamese market. If you have any questions, please contact 0909 344 247 for answers and advice on full package import and export transport and entrustment services at the best prices.
Shipping contact hotline:
Ms Tien: 0909 986 247
Ms Dung: 0939 999 247
Ms Duy: 0902 581 247
