Travelers who arrive in Cuba with the hope of enjoying their vacation or reunion with family and friends must take into account the current customs regulations for personal luggage.
Although the import of up to 25 kg of personal effects is exempt from tariffs, there are certain items that are not considered as such and that can cause confusion.
Small televisions:
One of the items that raises questions is the small television. Cuban Customs defines “portable” as those that operate independently, without the need to be connected to the electrical current.
In this sense, a small television that does not have an internal battery is not considered a personal effect and will be subject to payment of tariffs.
desktop computers:
Resolution 357 of 2012 establishes that a laptop, laptop, minilaptop, tablet is considered personal belongings. Therefore, a desktop computer is not included in this category, Cuban Customs officials explain in a video of their canal de YouTube.
PlayStation:
In the case of video games, the same resolution indicates that items for children’s entertainment are considered personal effects. Therefore, if a minor travels with a PlayStation, it will be considered part of her personal luggage.
However, if an adult is traveling alone with a PlayStation, it will not be considered a personal effect and they will have to pay the corresponding fees.
Tariffs for items not considered personal effects:
Passengers bringing items that are not considered personal effects, such as televisions, desktop computers or PlayStations, may import them, but must pay the corresponding tariffs:
-Flat screen TV:
- 32 inches: 250 USD
- Between 32 and 42 inches: 400 USD
- More than 42 inches: 500 USD
-Complete desktop microcomputer: 200 USD
-Video game console: 200 USD
Personal items: trip to Cuba
- clothing, footwear, toiletries and personal hygiene items,
- portable digital media player,
- mobile phone (cell phone),
- portable television set,
- laptop personal computer,
- camera, and
- items for transportation, entertainment, food and care of children, according to age.
Remember that taking these regulations into account will help you correctly prepare your trip to Cuba.
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