Quote:
Originally Posted by Kennichi
No need for a carnet , however the russian customs guys will stamp next to your entry visa how long your motorbike can be imported on a temperory basis into Russia.
Learn to read some russian especially numbers, as the importation length is not always the same as your visa length is it decided on how long the customs dept thing you will need it for. 14 days is supposed to be the default length of time you can use your bike in Russia and you argue your case to the customs guys if you want longer.
Poor circulation were caught out by this when they got to Vladivostok, their visas were stamped with 3 days entry only for motorbike , in Vlad they were not allowed to leave for several days and were fined about $300 each IIRC. Oh and also a criminal record which may prejudice future visa applications.
|
Yes, I discovered this the hard way too. After re-entering Russia from Kazakhstan I assumed my bike permit matched my visa. It didn't and when I left from Russia into Finland I was harangued for being 3 days over. I ended up having to write a document (dictated to me by a friendly femail customs officer) saying I had fallen ill and was unable to ride, and was sorry for my misdemeanour.
This was accepted and I was allowed to leave an hour later without any fines or other punishment.
Garry from Oz.
__________________
Garry from Oz - powered by Burgman
|