Counselor Personal Laptop Computer from Japan
Personal laptop containing diplomatic correspondence and software used by embassy counselors. Qualifies under 9806.00.05 as personal effects essential for official duties of accredited diplomatic staff upon State Department request.
Duty Rate — Japan → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.03.0110%Except for products described in headings 9903.03.02–9903.03.11, articles the product of any country, as provided for in subdivision (aa) of U.S. note 2 to this subchapter
Import Tips
• Data on device should demonstrate diplomatic use (secure government email accounts)
• Personal ownership proof required (not embassy property subject to other provisions)
• Encryption/software licenses must comply with US import security regulations