Customs Clearance for TOR (Transfer of Residence)

🔍 What is TOR (Transfer of Residence)?

TOR allows individuals who are relocating to a new country (usually for work, study, immigration, or returning residents) to import their personal belongings with reduced or no duties and taxes.

📦 What Items Qualify?

Usually allowed under TOR:

• Personal clothing, shoes, accessories

• Used household items (furniture, kitchenware, etc.)

• Appliances and electronics (used, and in reasonable quantities)

• Books, personal documents

• One used motor vehicle (in some countries)

Excluded or restricted items:

• Brand-new goods in bulk

• Commercial quantities

• Prohibited items (weapons, narcotics, etc.)

• Excessive quantities of luxury items

📑 Documents You Typically Need:

1. Passport (old & new)

2. Visa or residency permit

3. Proof of stay abroad (e.g., employment contract, utility bills, lease agreements)

4. Packing list / Inventory of goods

5. Bill of Lading / Airway Bill

6. TOR Application Form (varies by country)

7. Affidavit of Transfer of Residence (in some countries like the Philippines)