PRESS RELEASE
The Government of Dominica has approved the granting of concessions on Christmas
barrels imported into Dominica for the period December 9, 2024, to January 10, 2025.
A ‘barrel’ refers to non-commercial packages received in receptacles such as barrels, boxes, crates, packages, and drums; and containing items for personal use only and not
for commercial use. Eligible items shall be foodstuff with limited items of clothing,
toiletries, and toys.
Barrels valued up to EC$1,500.00, will be exempt from Import Duty, Environmental Levy
and Customs Service Charge and each household in Dominica is entitled to a maximum
of two (2) barrels.
A flat port charge of Ten Eastern Caribbean Dollars (EC$10.00) will be payable to the
Dominica Air and Seaports Authority (DASPA) for charges related to handling and
storing of the barrels, and the Value Added Tax (VAT) of 15 percent of the import value
will be payable to the Comptroller of Customs.