The presence of the Customs and Indirect Taxes Directorate within the Autonomous Port of Papeete constitutes an essential link in the system for controlling and securing maritime trade. It operates within the framework of the missions entrusted to it by the State, particularly regarding the control of goods, people, and trade flows.
Customs services ensure the application of current regulations, thereby contributing to the security of port operations, the protection of the territory, and the smooth flow of international trade. Their work is carried out in close coordination with other authorities present in the port area and with the relevant economic stakeholders.
Through their role, customs services actively participate in the smooth operation of the port, the security of port calls and compliance with regulatory obligations applicable to maritime trade, within a framework that conforms to national and international standards.
