Cabinet ratifies tax-free gold imports for arrivals from abroad: Egypt

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The Cabinet’s approval comes within the framework of the country’s efforts to stabilize gold prices in markets

Staff Writer, Arab Finance

May 11, 2023

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The Cabinet has ratified a draft law on customs duties exemption on gold imports brought by arrivals from abroad for six months, as per a statement on May 11th.

However, travelers will still have to pay value-added tax on these imports, the statement noted.

The draft law shall not be applicable to natural pearls, cultured pearls, precious stones, and semi-precious stones.

The Cabinet’s approval comes within the framework of the country’s efforts to stabilize gold prices in markets and control gold smuggling across customs points

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