Import/Export

There are special stipulations on the following commodities when shipping to French Polynesia. If you plan to ship one of the commodities listed below, be sure to adhere to the following stipulations in order to avoid delays and holds at customs.

Flour

This commodity requires an import license.

Laundry Detergent

This commodity requires an import license.

Radios and Radio Equipment

This commodity requires an import license.

Rice and Rice Products

This commodity requires an import license.

Shoes

This commodity requires an import license.

Sugar

This commodity requires an import license.

Televisions

This commodity requires an import license.

Textiles

This commodity requires an import license.

Timepieces (Watches, Clocks)

This commodity requires an import license.

Toys

This commodity requires an import license.

Video Cassette Recorders (VCRs)

This commodity requires an import license.

In addition to the commodities which UPS prohibits to all countries or territories served (listed here), it is prohibited to ship the following commodities to French Polynesia.

Food

Corned beef is prohibited

Fruit juice is allowed except for pineapple juices

Pork items (sausages, hams) is prohibited

Personal Effects

Customers must use an authorized UPS / MBE (Mail Boxes Etc) Store or UPS Customer Center to ship personal effects.

The UPS Store, Mail Boxes Etc. or UPS Customer Center will be required to identify personal effect shipments on the shipping label by placing "Personal Effects" in the Reference Field of a UPS "smart" label or in the Special Instructions Field of a UPS waybill. They must also clearly indicate 'Personal Effects' shipment on the Commercial Invoice.

Personal Effects are classified as used items (owned for a minimum of 6 months) intended for the consignee's personal use. Any items intended for any other use, such as wholesale or retail sales, business purposes, or for distribution are not considered personal effects and cannot be shipped on this basis. "Personal Effects" must be clearly stated on the invoice and goods description.

All of the following documents must be scanned into DIS/SIR and originals on the package:

• An inventory list with estimated values with the reason for importation (holidays, move, relocation)
• A confirmation that the goods are older than 6 months and that they are intended for personal use only
• A photocopy of passport or ID card

Any items intended for any other use, such as wholesale or retail sales, business purposes, or for distribution are not considered personal effects and cannot be shipped on this basis.

Excisable goods (for example, perfume, alcoholic drinks, tobacco), medicine and perishable food can not be cleared as personal effects.

Personal effects shipments are not allowed in combination with Return Services.

Products Made in Iran

Products made in Iran are prohibited in our service due to a current embargo.