Glossary · Visas and Borders

ATA Carnet

An international customs document used for eligible goods entering participating countries temporarily, often without paying import duties and taxes at each border.

In practice

Touring parties may use a carnet for instruments, backline, or production equipment that will leave and return. Keep the item list aligned with the actual shipment, present the carnet and goods as required at each border, and confirm destination coverage and current procedures with the issuing organization.

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