Legal Definitions - carnet

CARNET

A carnet is a document that allows an item, especially a vehicle, to be temporarily exported from one country to another country without paying customs duties or taxes.

• A carnet is required when a person wants to take their car from the United States to Canada for a short period of time.
• A carnet is also needed when a company wants to send their equipment to another country for a trade show or exhibition.

These examples illustrate how a carnet is used to temporarily export an item without paying customs duties or taxes. It is important to have a carnet when traveling with a vehicle or equipment to avoid any legal issues or fees.