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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Copy of Passport (the page showing photo) and copy of Visa and/or Work Permit (for
foreign citizens only)
Inventory (original) in German or English, valued, dated and signed by the Customer
Signed declaration, stating the imported goods are the owners personal effects
Signed declaration, stating the imported goods are not subject to any customs
restrictions (e.g. drugs, weapons, etc.)
Statement of Transfer from employer (in German if possible) should state the shipper was
an employee for the company abroad, how long he/she has lived in this certain country, and
will remain an employee of the company in Germany
Foreign citizens must obtain a Work Permit (Arberterlaubnis) issued by the local
employment office
Residence Visa (not needed for German nationals) or Residence Permit (granted only after
a Work Permit has been issued)
Certificate of registration with the German police ("Polizeiliche Anmeldung")
Customer's declaration that no taxable high value goods (such as alcohol, tobacco,
coffee, tea, guns, etc.) are in shipment. Such goods must be listed separately and will be
taxed.
Certificate of Registration (Anmeldebestaetigung) from the local registration office
(Einwohnermeldeamt)
German nationals need a declaration from German Embassy or Consulate confirming their
length of stay abroad and exact destination address in Germany. Without this document,
shipment will not clear Customs.
German Customs Form 0350 (Zollantrag) in triplicate, stating goods will not be sold for
one year
Health Certificate may be required
Copy of Insurance Certificate
Customs clearance Power of Attorney Form authorizing Destination Agent to act on behalf
of the customer in liaison with Customs
Foreign diplomats need a Certificate from the Embassy or Consulate
Power of Attorney
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE (IF ALL DOCUMENTS ARE NOT IN
ORDER)
Used household goods are duty-free if Customer has resided at least one year abroad, if
the goods were owned by Customer over six months and will not be sold for a minimum of one
year
Goods should be imported within one year of Customer taking up residence; if not,
reasons needed for delay - maximum limit three years
Inheritance Items
- Death Certificate
- "Erbschein" or an official document which certifies the
customer has inherited the items from the deceased and states the relation ship between
them
Wedding Trousseaux
- Marriage Certificate
- If household goods are imported before the marriage, proof must be
furnished the marriage will take place within two months
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
New items (less than six months old) invoice required
Alcohol
- Inventory must detail exact number and size of bottles, exact alcoholic strength in
percent, and value of each bottle.
Tobacco, tea, coffee, toilet waters, perfumes, etc.
Foodstuffs in large quantities (do not recommend shipping with household goods)
Electronic items such as computers, videos, stereos, etc. (must show serial number and
have purchase invoice)
- Duplicate appliances or electrical equipment may be assessed high duties
Large amounts of handicrafts
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Guns require a Certificate of Registration, valid passport of owner, proof of ownership,
and a gun license for importation
- Duty-free if firearm has been owned for at least six months prior to importing
- Guns must be easily accessible
- Must apply for a German Ownership Permit
- List as last items on inventory, indicate model, caliber and serial number
- Explosives
- Ammunition
- Drugs and narcotics
- Live plants (need special Import Permit)
- Any protected animal or species, dried plant or items of historical significance (ivory,
snakeskin, leopard fur, pre-Colombian items, etc.)
- Pornographic material
- Certain types of meat
- Absinthe, methyl alcohol and pure alcohol
- Radioactive material
- Wine, grape juice and other various foodstuffs and consumer goods in large quantity
MOTOR VEHICLES
Admitted duty-free if Customer has lived abroad for over one year, has owned and used
the auto for a minimum of six months, if brought in for personal use with household goods
and will not be sold for one year
Cars must be inspected before licensing, comply with German technical and environmental
regulations and require modifications
Documents required:
- Proof of ownership
- Car documents
- German driver's license
- Owner's passport
Owner's police registration in Germany (polizieliche Anmeldebestatigung)
Insurance record from country of origin
Third-party liability insurance that begins with Customs clearance
Declaration of Customer that no high value goods are in car
Origin Registration and copy of title
Commercial invoice, if new vehicle
It is highly recommended that the Customer informs the Destination Agent of all auto
details prior to importing.
PETS
Dogs, cats and canaries permitted with Health Certificate (in German or with a
translation) issued by a licensed veterinarian describing the animal and stating that the
pet is free from rabies and contagious diseases
Health Certificate is valid ten days from the date in which it was issued (20 days for
pets coming from non-European countries)
All endangered species and exotic animals are prohibited
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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