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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Passport (copy including the page with customer's signature)
- Work Permit
- Certificate of Residence (original) obtained from the local Belgian town hall
(aankomstattest/attestation d' arrive'e)
- Change of Residence Certificate (for Belgian nationality)
- Proof of cancellation of residence abroad
- Lease Contract or Renting Voucher
- Indemnity/insurance documents
- Inventory in English, French, Dutch or German
- Must be accompanied by an official statement for the Customs Administration (copy
available from the destination agent upon request)
- Must be original and five copies, valued, signed and dated by customer
- If auto imported, must be listed on the inventory with the manufacturer's name, body and
engine number, type, color, etc.
- Weapons must also be listed on the inventory with the manufacturer's name, type of
weapon, serial number and caliber (customer should be able to produce permit issued in
country of shipment)
- All electrical appliances must be noted, with serial numbers
- For shipments originating from a non-European Community country, a certificate is
required stating that the customer has resided outside the European Community for at least
twelve months prior to arrival in Belgium (certificate issued by the Belgium Consulate at
the place of origin) or employer in country of origin or branch office in Belgium.
- For company moves, a signed and stamped declaration from the employer confirming that
the transfer is required
- Belgians who canceled their registration in Belgium and who are returning to Belgium
within two years, must prove that their stay abroad was a result of their settlement
abroad. The customs documents issued at the time of exportation of their household goods
and or motor vehicle must be produced to the Customs authorities at the time of
re-importation. In the absence of such documents, a warrant must be made.
- Diplomatic shipments - Customs Form 136F and diplomatic statement are required
- Contact address and telephone number of customer must be listed on documents
- If all documents are not available, a Bank Guarantee must be paid. (Refund of
Guarantee will be issued upon presentation of required paperwork within the next 6 months)
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
Non-European residents who intend to take up permanent residence in Belgium may import
their household goods and personal effects including an auto, motorcycle, or pets duty and
value added tax free providing:
- The customer has lived at least twelve months consecutively out of Europe prior to the
move
- The household goods and personal effects must have been owned and used a minimum of six
months prior to the move
Foreigners without a Certificate of Residence in Belgium must pay a warranty of 10% for
Customs duties plus 21% VAT plus BFRS 500 to cover any possible fines
Used household goods may be imported in several separate shipments; however, the
declaration of duty-free entry must be completed for all shipments at the time of the
first importation
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
Alcohol, tobacco products and foodstuffs
New items (less than six months old) subject to duty
Firearms and weapons (subject to a special license)
Electronic/electrical equipment/appliances coming from non-European countries may
require modifications in order to use them in Belgium
Telephones and fax machines generally do not need modifications, but do require approval
by Customs
Plants and vegetable products must have Phytosanitary Certificate issued by the Ministry
of Agriculture in the country of origin
Presents and souvenirs subject to duty
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Ivory and other animal products; complete list must be obtained by customer from Belgian
Consulate in advance of packing of shipment
Drugs and narcotics
MOTOR VEHICLES
Duty-free entry if owner had possession of
the vehicle for at least six months prior to entry into Belgium and if sales and value
added tax were paid in country of origin
Vehicle must meet Belgium specifications and all safety
requirements
Documents required:
- Original Registration or Title (specifying make, model, year, type,
chassis, engine and license plate numbers)
- Original Purchase Invoice
- Original license plate from previous country
- Proof of payment of sales tax
- Valid European Green Liability Card
- Proof of insurance abroad valid for at least six months prior to arrival
in Belgium
- Proof of European/Belgian insurance
- Copy of passport with signature page
- Proof of residence abroad for twelve months prior to arrival in Belgium
- Statement from owner that he will not sell or trade the vehicle for at
least six months after final clearance
PETS
Certificate of Vaccination
Certificate must be dated at least 30 days, but not more than one year before the entry
into Belgium
NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The information is general guidance to assist our Customers. All of the info. Is a brief summary of customs regulations. Regulations are subject to change without notice, MoverMax.com is NOT liable for any damages, costs, delays, or any other events. Always double check with your local Customs regulations in your country.
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