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Mumbai is not the best place to buy a new car. Local Toyota, Maruti/Suzuki, and Honda dealerships offer only locally built versions of selected models. Engines and certain components are imported, but car bodies and other parts are made locally. Not only are locally made Maruti/Suzukis expensive for the quality of the product, but export of these somewhat unique vehicles to a subsequent overseas posting might cause the owners problems later in securing service and spare parts. Dealers will not sell a tax-exempt car off the lot, thus, requiring diplomats to pay the full taxed amount up front and letting him or her sort out the tax exemption later. It is better to order a car from Japan or Dubai. However, be aware that the ordering and delivery process can take longer than six (6) months. An alternative is to buy a car from someone departing post or from another individual who is entitled to duty-free privileges. It is usually easy to sell a car to someone with duty-free privileges. Duty ... [Read More]
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European car parts are available and reasonable but Japanese parts are expensive. American car parts are both expensive and difficult to find. It is best to ship some items for your car such as oil filters, air filters, spark plugs, replacement windshield wiper blades, and headlights. ... Bring a car or buy one locally for shopping and recreation in the many parks, tourist attractions and small towns. Rental cars are costly but can be booked through the travel agent prior to departure. Representatives include Hertz, Budget and Avis. ... [Read More]
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At present, there are no customs restrictions on importation of cars shipped to Estonia for diplomats’ official or personal use. However, that may change. Please check with post for the latest information before shipping a vehicle. A valid car title is required to register the car.All major car dealers are represented in Tallinn. Dealerships are able to sell, service, and obtain spare parts for American, Japanese, and Western European cars and minivans. Any model can be ordered by the dealer and shipped to Tallinn. Some dealers provide discounts (in addition to standard diplomatic tax exemptions) on European cars, making them slightly cheaper than they would be in the U.S.Dealership services in Tallinn are similar to those in the U.S. Most dealerships have maintenance facilities, and independent garage repairs are of good quality. Labor, especially a ... [Read More]
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HousingLast Updated: 7/8/2005 6:09 AM As in many urban areas, houses are rare in central Riga; all Embassy employees are housed in apartments. A fairly stable leasing pool has been established and most newcomers are placed in permanent housing as soon as they arrive. Riga has undergone and is continuing a restoration stage and most Embassy apartments are located in beautifully restored buildings, some with elevators. [Read More]
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Some vehicles can be purchased locally, duty free, depending upon availability at any given time. Locally produced cars are more economical, and parts are readily available. Customs clearance formalities for locally purchased cars are the same as for cars purchased outside Turkey. The Turkish car manufacturer must deliver the locally purchased car to Turkish customs in the name of the buyer. The Embassy or Consulate can then clear the car from customs without paying any customs duties after the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Ankara issues an importation document. The Catch 22 is that if you want to sell your Turkish manufactured car at the end of your assignment here, the buyer must then pay customs duties. Since customs clearance procedures are complicated and time consuming, Turkish customers generally prefer to buy cars directly from a local car dealership, even if the price is higher. ... [Read More]
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There are many acceptable and reasonable beauty shops that give both men’s and women’s haircuts as well as other services such as skin care, body care and nail care at reasonable prices. Some hair products are available locally, but employees are advised to bring a supply of their favorite brands. Photo developing facilities and print shops are available. Dry cleaning and tailoring shops are conveniently located. Car repair shops and car washes are abundant and inexpensive. ... [Read More]
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AERA, CLO, and the Marine Security Guard Detachment work together to organize holiday gatherings for the Embassy community and friends. The annual Marine Birthday Ball is one of the highlights of the fall season, followed by the International Women’s Club (IWC) Charity Bazaar in early December. Opportunities abound to devote time to charity. Many institutions for orphans and handicapped welcome volunteeres. There are two English-speaking international clubs for women, the above-mentioned IWC, and the Women’s Network, made up chiefly of working women in Sofia. Official Functions Nature of FunctionsLast Updated: 12/2/2003 11:36 AM In Sofia, there ... [Read More]
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In spite of a certain reticence to reciprocate invitations, the Togolese are pleasant, friendly, and easy to meet. Ability to speak French considerably enhances social contacts. Standards of Social ConductLast Updated: 12/31/2001 6:00 PM Bring 100–200 calling cards for formal calls on government officials. Additional cards with your local address, etc., can be printed locally, but are expensive. Spouses should bring a modest supply of personal name cards. “Mr. And Mrs.” cards and informal notes are also useful. Invitation cards may be printed locally and should be in French. Obtain engraved cards and invitations before arrival at post. ... [Read More]
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Madagascar's major economic partner is France, which accounts for about 65% of the stock of foreign direct investment in the country. U.S. investment is relatively small, but present in a wide range of sectors (textiles, telecommunications, fishing, handicrafts, mining). In 2000, 38% of Madagascar's imports came from France, 10% from Hong Kong, 5% from Germany (and about 2% from the U.S.). In the same year, France accounted for nearly 41% of Madagascar exports, the U.S. 21.1%, and Germany 7.4%. Overall, Madagascar's major exports are vanilla, shellfish, apparel, and cloves. Aided by preferential trading regimes, including that of the U.S. Africa Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA), and an export processing zone regime, apparel exports have been the fastest growing export sector. Major imports are crude oil and petroleum products, equipment and capital goods, and consumer goods. U.S.-Madagascar trade tilts heavily in Madagascar's favor. In 2 ... [Read More]
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Consulate General - Yekaterinburg Post CityLast Updated: 9/13/2004 5:24 AM Yekaterinburg lays claim to the title of Russia's third largest city and former President Yeltsin's hometown. It is best known to Americans as the place where the last Tsar and his family were murdered by the Bolsheviks in 1918 and the location where American U-2 spy plane pilot Gary Powers was shot down in 1960. Yekaterinburg is situated in the foothills of the Ural Mountains and is nominally an Asian city, lying 20 miles east of the continental divide between Europe and Asia. Like Chicago, its closest American counterpart, Yekaterinb ... [Read More]
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