Overseas Levy (Octroi de Mer) Exemption Scheme — Importation of Goods
Purpose indicated in the catalogue: Support the sectors that depend on dock dues (octroi de mer) for imports of goods. Beneficiaries mentioned: companies in the following sectors: productive sector — local production activities, i.e. manufacturing, processing or renovating tangible movable goods, as well as agricultural and extractive operations; non-productive sector (excluding health) — hotel and tourism activities; air or sea passenger transport; bodies carrying out sovereign State missions: the army, gendarmerie, customs, police, Météo-France and civil protection (fire and rescue services, bomb disposal, air resources group), the maritime directorate and the Guadeloupe volcanological and seismological observatory (Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris); health sector — health establishments and centres, organ collection centres and banks, nursing homes (EHPAD). Funding: an exemption from or reduction of dock dues (excluding regional dock dues) on imports of goods, granted for one year for capital goods and permanently for raw materials and inputs for the productive sector. Before applying, confirm the version of the rules, the status of the scheme and the eligible costs with the competent body.
The “Dock dues (octroi de mer) exemption scheme – imports of goods” scheme is presented in the catalogue as support intended to: support the sectors that depend on dock dues (octroi de mer) for imports of goods. This page sets out the available information on operations, beneficiaries and funding, without treating the catalogue data as confirmation that the scheme is currently open. Area indicated: local aid.
Funded by Financeur non résolu (DGE)
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Who can apply
Beneficiaries indicated in the catalogue: companies in the following sectors: productive sector — local production activities, i.e. manufacturing, processing or renovating tangible movable goods, as well as agricultural and extractive operations; non-productive sector (excluding health) — hotel and tourism activities; air or sea passenger transport; bodies carrying out sovereign State missions: the army, gendarmerie, customs, police, Météo-France and civil protection (fire and rescue services, bomb disposal, air resources group), the maritime directorate and the Guadeloupe volcanological and seismological observatory (Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris); health sector — health establishments and centres, organ collection centres and banks, nursing homes (EHPAD). Check the exclusions, eligible size and legal form, and the area with the funder.
Eligibility conditions
Conditions mentioned in the catalogue: detailed conditions not recorded. These conditions must be compared with the rules in force and the applicant’s situation before concluding on eligibility.
What the scheme covers
Operations mentioned in the catalogue: The CIF value (cost, insurance, freight) of the goods to be imported. Check the cost basis, exclusions, combination rules and whether the application must be made before signing a quote or starting the project.
Amount and funding terms
Amount indicated in the catalogue: an exemption from or reduction of dock dues (excluding regional dock dues) on imports of goods, granted for one year for capital goods and permanently for raw materials and inputs for the productive sector. This amount and its caps must be confirmed with the current rules and available budget.
How to apply
1. Confirm with the funder that the scheme is open and that the rules used are the current version. 2. Check the eligibility criteria and exclusions. 3. Have the cost basis, caps and combination rules confirmed. 4. If a prior application is required, obtain the acknowledgement of receipt before signing a quote or starting to spend. 5. Keep the supporting documents and follow the official application procedure.
Timeline
No end date is recorded in the source catalogue. Check the scheme’s status and any extension with the funder.
Key facts
- Funder
- Financeur non résolu (DGE)
- Type of funding
- Grant
- Status
- Ongoing
- Geographic scope
- Not specified
Frequently asked questions
What is the purpose of the “Dock dues (octroi de mer) exemption scheme – imports of goods”?
Support the sectors that depend on dock dues (octroi de mer) for imports of goods.
Who may be concerned by this aid?
The catalogue mentions: companies in the following sectors: productive sector — local production activities, i.e. manufacturing, processing or renovating tangible movable goods, as well as agricultural and extractive operations; non-productive sector (excluding health) — hotel and tourism activities; air or sea passenger transport; bodies carrying out sovereign State missions: the army, gendarmerie, customs, police, Météo-France and civil protection (fire and rescue services, bomb disposal, air resources group), the maritime directorate and the Guadeloupe volcanological and seismological observatory (Institut de Physique du Globe de Paris); health sector — health establishments and centres, organ collection centres and banks, nursing homes (EHPAD). This does not replace checking the criteria and exclusions in the rules in force.
What amount or type of support is provided?
An exemption from or reduction of dock dues (excluding regional dock dues) on imports of goods, granted for one year for capital goods and permanently for raw materials and inputs for the productive sector. Check the amount actually available, caps and combination rules with the funder.
Which costs or operations can be taken into account?
The CIF value (cost, insurance, freight) of the goods to be imported. Have the eligible basis and any requirement for a prior application confirmed before any commitment.
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