ATA Carnet Blog
Expert guides, tips, and news on ATA Carnets for equipment professionals worldwide.
Why Tariffs in 2026/2027 Make an ATA Carnet a No-Brainer
Tariffs on U.S. equipment entering Canada and the EU are now 10–25%+. An ATA Carnet exempts your gear completely — here's how it works and who needs one.
ATA Carnet for the Olympics and World Tours: What You Need to Know
Heading to the Olympics or a world tour with professional gear? Here's how an ATA Carnet saves you from import duties and customs delays across 90+ countries.
ATA Carnet Partial Shipments: How to Travel With Only Some of Your Carnet Items
Learn how ATA Carnet partial shipments work, how to document split shipments correctly, and how to avoid costly customs mistakes.
Can You Add Items to an ATA Carnet After It's Been Issued?
Need to add items to an ATA Carnet after it's been issued? Learn your options, including obtaining a second Carnet and avoiding customs issues.
Saudi Arabia Requires Pre-Registration for your ATA Carnet
If you're processing an ATA Carnet and traveling to Saudi Arabia, there's a required pre-registration step most people miss. Learn what to do before you fly.
Mexico Requires Carnet Pre-Registration 7 days in Advance
If you're processing an ATA Carnet and traveling to Mexico, there's a required pre-registration step most people miss. Learn what to do before you fly.
How to travel with a professional camera internationally?
How to travel with a professional camera internationally? ATA Carnet is your best option to avoid tariffs & get through customs without hassle.
What Happens at ATA Carnet Customs Office Visits?
ATA Carnet Customs office before you leave — get it activated, stamped at every border, and re-stamped when you return. Miss a stamp and you risk a claim.
Carnet Bond, Explained
ATA Carnet Bond seems complicated - we'll make it very very easy to understand the Carnet Bond.
CPD Carnet: What It Is and How It Compares to an ATA Carnet
CPD Carnet explained: requirements, costs, and countries that require it. Compare CPD Carnet vs ATA Carnet for international transport.
Lost ATA Carnet? Here's Exactly What to Do
Lost ATA carnet while traveling? Here's a step-by-step guide on what to do — from reporting the loss to working with customs and getting a replacement.
What's the Difference Between (TIB) Temporary Import Bond vs ATA Carnet?
(TIB) Temporary Import Bond vs ATA Carnet? For most professionals, ATA Carnet is the simpler, faster, and more cost-effective.