Freight and insurance costs are to be removed from customs duty calculations for a three-month period, as part of efforts to reduce the cost of imports into Anguilla.
The temporary relief measure has been brought in as geopolitic tensions continue to affect the flow of goods and cost of living worldwide.
The Customs Department made the announcement in a press release on 6 April, adding from the end of the week customs duties will be calculated based only on the cost of goods.
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“Goods imported prior to 10 April, 2026, do not qualify for this measure, regardless of whether they are entered, assessed or cleared after that date,” the department said.
The department advises consumers to carefully review their receipts and invoices when purchasing imported goods.
They must ensure that freight and insurance are not being used to calculate duties for qualifying imports during this relief period.
And finally, report any concerns or discrepancies to the Customs Department.
“The Customs Department is working closely with relevant stakeholders to ensure the smooth implementation of this measure and to safeguard consumer interests,” the press release said.
The move comes a week after the government introduced a package of temporary measures to help combat the rising cost of fuel in Anguilla.
Premier Cora Richardson Hodge announced the plans, which include tax suspensions on gasoline and diesel imports and caps on electricity costs, on 30 March.
