La Réunion: Strategic Island for ICT Growth
Located in the Indian Ocean and administratively part of France, La Réunion is evolving into a regional digital and technology hub. With increasing investment in cloud, fibre, and telecom infrastructure, the island is undergoing a quiet transformation to support next-generation connectivity.
The French government and EU-backed initiatives continue to fund major digital upgrades, including subsea fibre connectivity and local cloud data centres, paving the way for future-ready telecom and datacentre expansion.
Growing Demand for ICT Infrastructure
La Réunion’s small size belies its growing role in the Indian Ocean tech ecosystem. As African and APAC trade routes diversify, the island is becoming a key node for connectivity, backup infrastructure, and cloud‑based platforms.
With this growth comes increased demand for:
- Telecom equipment
- Networking hardware
- Secure datacentre infrastructure
- Smart city and IoT systems
Importing ICT Goods into La Réunion: Key Considerations
Although part of France and the EU, La Réunion is an outermost region (OMR), which means logistics and customs processes differ from mainland France or Europe.
Required Documentation
To import IT and telecom hardware into La Réunion, clients must prepare:
- Commercial invoice & packing list
- Certificate of origin
- CE Marking & Declaration of Conformity for ICT goods
- Any applicable French telecom import permits
Duties and Taxes
Goods shipped to La Réunion are subject to:
- Octroi de Mer (dock entry tax): ~5–20% depending on product classification
- VAT (TVA): applicable at a localised rate
- Import duties for goods originating outside the EU
Correct classification and documentation are essential to avoid customs delays, overpayment, or rejections.
Truelog’s Expertise in La Réunion
Truelog now provides full Importer and Exporter of Record (IOR/EOR) services into La Réunion, ensuring ICT deployments are smooth, compliant, and efficient.
With our services, clients benefit from:
- End-to-end customs clearance
- Local tax and duty compliance
- Accurate documentation and telecom certifications
- White glove delivery options for sensitive hardware
- Live visibility dashboards and full shipment traceability
As demand for IT infrastructure expands into island territories like La Réunion, navigating complex import regulations becomes critical. Truelog is here to make it seamless.
Planning your next deployment in La Réunion?
Get in touch with our IOR/EOR team today at sales@truelog.com.sg.
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