Brunei, a small country. But it ranks second among Southeast Asian countries on the Human Development Index, after Singapore, and is classified as a developed country according to Wikipedia. Shipping goods from China to Brunei has shipping, air and other transportation methods. Choosing a good freight forwarding partner can make your goods reach the destination more efficiently. TJ-chinafreight is one of the most trusted forwarders in China, allowing your cargo to arrive safely.
There are 4 different shipping methods: FCL, LCL, Air and Courier
Each of them has its unique advantages, disadvantages and application conditions.
In general
- FCL : Suitable for large volumes above 10 CBM.
- LCL : Suitable for small volume cargo. Save on shipping.
- Air Freight: A fast option but more expensive compared to ocean freight.
- Express: The most convenient for small shipments.
Which is better, sea, air or express?
Sea freight
It will be dispatched after FCL is carried out at domestic ports, and some service providers will transit in Singapore, and then transport it to the 4 major ports in Brunei for customs clearance, sorting and delivery. For some bulky goods, it is more suitable to choose sea freight, and the cost is relatively low.
Air Freight
In China, direct cargo flights to Brunei will be arranged for transportation. After arriving at the customs, customs clearance will be carried out. After sorting, it will be handed over to the local logistics for delivery. The safety level will be higher, and the timeliness will be faster, but the cost will be higher.
Express line
Brunei express line is divided into ordinary line and express line. The time limit of ordinary line is slower and it is also through express. The service provider will cooperate with the courier company for transportation and delivery.
When will the Brunei special line arrive at the fastest time?
- By Air: It takes about 5-7 days.
- By sea: about 10-15 days.
- Express: It takes about 7-15 days for the normal line, and 3-7 days for the express line.
Needed file
For importers
Businesses importing into Brunei must provide the following documents:
• Bill of Lading;
• Ship orders;
• commercial invoice;
• Packing List;
• Import permit;
• Customs import declaration;
• Certificate of Origin.
For exporters
Businesses exporting from Brunei must provide the following documents:
• Bill of Lading;
• commercial invoice;
• Customs export declaration;
• Packing List;
• Certificate of Insurance;
• export license;
• Certificate of Origin.
Duties and Taxes
Brunei follows the Harmonized Tariff System (HTS) for imported and exported goods that are not from ASEAN member countries. For imports and exports between ASEAN member countries, Brunei follows the ASEAN Harmonized Tariff (AHTN).
Import duties and taxes
As of January 1, 2019, the vast majority of goods imported into Brunei are not subject to tariffs. A small number of goods subject to customs duties are taxed at five or ten percent.
- Goods subject to the 5% tariff include: petroleum and bitumen oils, cleaning supplies, film equipment, lamps and wood.
- Goods subject to a 10% tariff include: certain fabrics, blankets, curtains and musical instruments.
Brunei does not impose other additional taxes on imported products.
Export duties and taxes
No customs duties are levied on exports from Brunei.
At last
Due to Brunei's single-window customs clearance and low tariff rates, importing and exporting in this small sovereign country is much easier than in some of its Southeast Asian neighbors. Utilizing experts with local knowledge ensures that importers and exporters can import and export goods quickly.
