 | SPAIN (Including the Canary Islands) |
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
For the Canary Islands:
- Passport (original) with last entry stamp by the Police or photocopy of same legalized
by a Notary Public
- Certificate of Domicile obtained from the local Town Hall (original)
- N.I.E. Number - identification number (original) Could take 2-3 weeks to obtain
- Flight tickets on entry (original)
- Inventory (original) in Spanish with a valuation signed by Customer
- Rental Contract or Escritura-Title Deed to property (original)
- Application of Residence
All Islands can vary in required documentation
For Spain:
- Passport with last entry stamp (original or copy legalized by Spanish Consulate at
origin)
- Spanish Identification Card (D.N.I.)
- Residence Visa
- Residence/Work Permit (original)
- A bank guarantee is required if a Residence/Work Permit is not available. Shipment MAY
be released with a deposit of a bank guarantee which must be canceled within one year
- Certificate of Origin/Certificate of Residence Change ("Asunto Cambio
Residencia"), provided by the local city hall, stating customer has resided abroad
for a minimum of 12 months (EC countries for six months)
- Residence rental/purchase agreement (legalized) showing a minimum rent of two years
- Letter from employer stating that employee will be working in Spain
- Consular registration
Fiscal identification number (N.I.E.)
Non-Spanish citizens must obtain a consular or residence resign at origin stating that
the customer has canceled his residence at origin due to moving to Spain
Customs application for duty-free import
Letter authorizing destination agent to clear shipment
Detailed inventory in Spanish, valued (two copies) signed and dated by the customer,
legalized by Spanish Consulate at origin and valued
Must show contents of cartons, state goods have not been used for more than six months
and list all major appliances with make, model and serial number
Purchase invoice for appliances may be necessary; customer should be advised to hand
carry these with them!
Shipments NOT PROPERLY DOCUMENTED will be assessed import duties and taxes, at values
determined by Spanish Customs and face lengthy delays and additional charges
IF CLEARANCE PROCEDURES ARE NOT INITIATED BECAUSE OF LACK OF DOCUMENTS, SHIPMENT
MAY BE SUBJECT TO AUCTION BY SPANISH CUSTOMS AFTER ONE MONTH
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
SHIPMENT MUST NOT MOVE UNTIL ALL DOCUMENTS ARE IN ORDER AND CUSTOMER IS IN SPAIN
Used household goods may be duty-free if:
Owned minimum six months (EC countries three months) prior to arrival in Spain and
customer can prove ownership for this period
Will remain in customer's possession for a minimum of one year
The contents correspond to customer's status
Used household goods must be imported no later than twelve months after customer has
obtained a Residence/Work Permit in Spain
Shipment must arrive no later than three months after customer; special permit necessary
if shipment arrives later, resulting in ADDITIONAL CHARGES AND DELAYS
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
New items (less than six months old)
Tobacco products
Foodstuff, antiques, art objects and ammunition require SPECIAL PERMIT
Liquor
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Weapons and ammunition (need special permit from the Spanish Police, obtained by the
owner from "Direccion General de la Guardia Civil")
- A complete description such as model, caliber, serial number, etc. are required
- Spanish Police will retain it until final permission is granted
Drugs
Pornographic material
Cleaning Fluids
Paints
MOTOR VEHICLES
Including motorcycles and motor scooters
Duty-free import may be allowed for limited time (six months); import duties and taxes
will be payable upon application for permanent permit
Customer must have resided outside Spain for at least twelve months (six months for EC
countries)
Must have been used by customer minimum of six months
Modifications that alter original design are prohibited
Temporary permit can be obtained at Customs (valid for six months),
- Customer must obtain Spanish Vehicle Registration within this time
Documents required:
- Purchase Invoice or Certificate of Ownership
- Registration or Title
- Circulation Permit
- Tax Receipt
- Liability Insurance on auto must be valid and running
- License plates from country of origin
- Identification Card ("Documento Nacional de Identidad")
- Passport or Residence Card
- Title issued under the owner's name
- Valid Insurance
- ORIGINALS are required for above documents
PETS
Dogs, cats, birds, etc. allowed with Health and Vaccination Certificate (CONSULARIZED at
origin) from veterinarian
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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