The Customs & Excise Dept. applies the Health and Citizen Security Levy (HCSL) on goods at the port(s) of entry. The HCSL is imposed at a rate of 2.5% on imported goods entering Saint Lucia, excluding those listed as exempt.
For example, when a shipment of goods like tires, clothing items, or skin care products arrives at the port(s), Customs officers will then add the HCSL along with the other requisite fees associated with the importation of goods entering Saint Lucia.
The HCSL is not applied to goods at the point of sale like supermarkets and retail stores.
The Health and Citizen Security Levy is an investment in our community, our country – our people
Revenue from the Health and Citizen Security Levy will be used to support Universal Healthcare to make this priority a reality.
Keiran Joseph -Customs Inspector III from the Department of Customs and Excise Department explains how the Health and Citizen Security Levy collection works at the Department.
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