The ATA Carnet is an international customs document that permits duty-free and tax-free temporary importation of goods for up to one year. The initials “ATA” are an acronym of the French and English words “Admission Temporaire/Temporary Admission”.ATA Carnet cover almost everything: Commercial samples; Professional equipment; goods for use at trade fairs, shows, exhibitions, events. ATA Carnets reduce costs to exporters by eliminating value-added tax (VAT) and customs duties. Carnet holders are not required to post security deposit with customs Carnets simplify customs border crossings and cut red tape by allowing importers and exporters to use a single document for all customs formalities Make advance customs arrangements at predetermined cost Visit several countries Use their ATA Carnet for several trips during its one-year validity Return to their home country without problems or delays