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What customs procedures apply to musical instruments brought into China as exhibits?
The organizer of an exhibition held in China shall submit supporting documents for the exhibition and a list of exhibits to the customs office responsible for the exhibition venue and complete the required procedures.
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Can I bring 30 bottles of wine to China for personal use?
For inbound travelers, the duty-free allowance for alcoholic beverages with an alcohol content of 12 percent or higher is 1.5 liters.
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Can I bring medical cannabis into China?
Under Chinese law, cannabis is classified as an illicit drug and is prohibited from entering China.
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How should household goods transiting through Shanghai be declared?
If the items need to be declared as goods, we recommend confirming the transport route, mode of trade, and other relevant details with the logistics company.
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Can I bring a metal replica sword into China?
According to China's lists of articles prohibited or restricted from entering or leaving the country, all types of weapons, imitation weapons, ammunition, and explosives are prohibited from entering China.
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Do I need to declare my ADHD medication to customs during an airside transit at Shanghai Pudong Airport?
Please note that because you will remain in the international transit area during your transit in Shanghai and will not pass through immigration inspection, you will remain within the customs supervision area. Therefore, you may be exempt from completing a baggage declaration form during this airside transit.
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What documents are required for an emergency patient to be admitted to China?
Upon verification of relevant documentation, including the medical diagnosis certificate, and confirmation that there is no risk of quarantinable infectious diseases, customs will grant immediate release and make every effort to ensure the rapid transfer of the patient.
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What to do if I can't register my company on the 'Internet + Customs' platform?
We recommend first checking whether your company information is listed in the National Enterprise Credit Information Publicity System.
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Can I bring pet food to China?
According to the relevant regulations, the following animals, plants, and related products are prohibited from being carried or mailed into China.
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How can I complete customs clearance for my personal effects?
According to China Customs regulations, your shipment must fall within the approved catalogue of personal-use items and be in reasonable quantities.
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