Wallis and Futuna
French Customs Authorities
Website: http://www.douane.gouv.fr/
Address: 11, rue des deux Communes 93558, Montreuil cedex
Phone: +33172407850
The islands of Wallis and Futuna lie in the central Pacific. It is a raised reef, mainly limestone, with an area of ninety-six square miles (250 square kilometers). It is surrounded by a wide lagoon with many small islets. The lagoon is shallow, and barely navigable. The island is divided into three districts. Mu'a, the most populous; Hahake; and Hihifo. The main town where government offices and the hospital are located is Mata'utu in Hahake in the central district. The island buys more than exports. The French Customs Authorities are the ones, responsible for the Customs Laws in the country.
Documentation
Basic import documentation required by the Wallis and Futuna Customs includes:
- Import Declaration (prepared and signed by a customs broker);
- Commercial Invoice (original plus four copies to be presented in French);
- Airway Bill;
- Bill of Lading (to be presented in triplicate);
- Commercial license number;
- Phytosanitary Certificate;
- Certificate of Free Sale (if required);
- Certificate of Origin (in the case of application for duty free treatment).
Labelling
Labels on most foods must show:
- product name (generic and trade);
- type of product;
- dates of manufacture;
- expiry dates;
- methods of preservation;
- ingredients in descending order of composition;
- weights or quantities;
- manufacturer's name;
- importer's name, address and phone number;
- places where the product can be returned or exchanged.
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