gfruge
11/13/2015 14:00 EST
I've got several questions and will list them by numbers. So if you answer, please specify which issue you're responding to.
I'm a US citizen and my wife was naturalized several years back, but she still holds here dual citizenship and both of my children hold dual citizenship. Next year, we will be married 10 years and wanting to move after the anniversary to take advantage of the duty exemption. We plan on sending down a full 40' shipping container with all of our household items and other furniture purchased to fill the house that we're building.
Question #1
I've already started making my customs packing list of items that we've already stored in a storage unit. The reading of the law is a little confusing, but I think I'm interpreting correct. What is the official law interpretation for a Returning Nicaraguan citizen to move their goods back to Nicaragua? Is it 10 years, then you're good? $250,000 limit? We're not bringing a vehicle.
Question #2
What is the official process of establishing permanent residence for me, the US citizen? Do I need to stay in the country for a certain duration? Or due to my married status, is it instant with completed paperwork? I will continue working in the US. My work rotation has me being able to be in Nicaragua for 2 weeks, then I'd return to the US for 2 weeks work rotation. I also read something about after becoming a Nicaragua Permanent resident, that I'd need a VISA to leave the country. Is this true?
Question #3
For the 2 issues above, do I need to be in Nicaragua to apply? I have a trip planned within the next few months to finish up the house and want to be sure that I acquire anything that I'll need in case I have to apply there and can't do it here in the US through one of the Consulate offices.
Any help or suggestions to make this any easier would be greatly appreciated.
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gfruge
11/13/2015 15:39 EST
And 1 more question. The shipping agency that I'm using has 2 ports of entry. Should I ship to and receive in Managua or Corinto? They're within just a few hundred dollars of each other.
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atz111
11/13/2015 15:54 EST
Here is a start...still have some loose ends about your stuff, but this will raise what i think are the biggest issues.
1. Be sure what you make the list for customs to remember that every piece has to be numbered and listed...like a sofa is not 1 piece,but 4...the sofa body and the 3 cushions,etc. Do not send anything until residency is sorted out.....below for what her citizen ship may mean to that.
If she qualifies for return exemption under a special part of the law, maybe you do not need your residency completed to import.
The exemption for a regular person is not $250,000 but a lot less (25,000 I think) but hers maybe be different as a returning citizen...just be sure.
2... I assume she is a citizen of Nicaragua and the USA. You should first check on your status as her husband if she is a Nica citizen...may be different (easier) requirements for your residency...
otherwise if the typical route you need, health certificate (just simple doc's note), police record check and proof of income. If you do not have a pension, you need to produce documents that verify your continuing income ( the threshold is pretty low)...they usually want bank statements, tax returns (be aware that thing change quickly and also depend to some degree on the person processing your stuff) The police and doc note need to be from USA and have a limited life..30 days i think so need to coordinate that with you application. All English language docs need to be translated and apostiled. You apply down here when you have all the docs (assuming you need to with her citizenship)
No time in country required before residency
You do need a visa to get out once a resident...you can get it at the airport as you leave each time...just paperwork and 200 cordobas..or you can get a multi in and out at immigration ..with your schedule will see you money
3. you need to apply here..do it when you have all docs above complete
FYI...this is very doable by yourself...for between 500 and 1,000 bucks you can get some professional help to do it for you...and get you definitive answers to these and other questions...
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atz111
11/13/2015 16:03 EST
Managua unless you are going to live way North. Be advised, you will need a customs broker here to receive and clear the stuff. A good one is invaluable.
Most can arrange transport from the customs warehouse to you door for a lot less than getting a package deal from the boat guys...they drop at the customs house and the broker takes it from there.
Grupo Mudanzas Mundiales is a great lone...Marjorie Freer was my contact...i think promoted but she will guid you to the right person
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gfruge
11/13/2015 17:50 EST
Here's what I've gathered:
RETURNING NICARAGUAN CITIZENS
In order to apply to the law 535 the Nicaraguans must have been absent more than 5 years, counting from 2005 (year that entered in force the law), in this way the Nicaraguans will obtain exoneration of the HHGG, instruments for their professional perform, utensils, tools and equipment necessary for the development of their activities; with a value up to and not higher than U$ 200,000.00 dollars plus the importation or local purchase of second hand or new car with a value up to and not higher than U$ 25,000.00 dollars, in case of excess of that amount the Nicaraguans must pay taxes based on the difference.
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gfruge
11/13/2015 17:58 EST
Here's the link to a .pdf in Spanish.
http://www.dga.gob.ni/circulares/2005/CT-075-2005%20LEY%20N.%20535%20INCENT.%20MIGRAT..pdf
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gfruge
11/13/2015 18:59 EST
Thanks for the heads up on the packing list. I had already started one since we have things in storage, but I didn't know that 1 sofa required all removable pieces to be listed. I'll make sure to revise my list.
My destination is Matagalpa, so either Managua or Corinto would work.
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gfruge
11/17/2015 06:49 EST
Another question now that I've already started my packing list. Is there anyways that a customs agent can change the value amount of an item? For example, if I list a sofa for $600, can a customs agent say that he feels or that there is a basis that they follow that says the sofa is worth $800?
Same with clothing. Can I say that a pair of Levi's jeans are worth $5 and someone else says that it's worth $30?
Just trying to eliminate issues.
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atz111
11/17/2015 06:54 EST
Yes they can. Best, of course to have receipts but will not have for many things. Old stuff is not really a problem....a new 50 inch TV will if you really lowball it. If you have a big exemption like your wife gets...$250,000 I think you said you will likely be oK even if they up the value on some things. On a full container they will likely not really look at too much...just the high value items. They are not going to revalue clothing that has been used for instance or even furniture.
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gfruge
3/13/2017 12:50 EST
Ok, I have to revive this thread as I need more help.
A few things to clear up. My wife has a $20,000 limit to bring in.
We have sent the list to the consulates office and it's been notarized and approved for shipment.
I'm now getting quotes for a 45' shipping container to load at a storage facility in my hometown to Nicaragua.
It seems like most shipments are received in Managua.
Can someone clear customs and receive their items from Corinto?
Any good agents to clear the items?
Any recommended freight forwarders?
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