Customs procedures
Importing household goods to another country
For moving to a destination buiten de EU you will encounter a few more rules than when you move within the borders of the EU. When your belongings leave the EU and need to be imported into a country, your household effects must be exported and re-imported. To prevent extra levies or delays, it is important that the correct procedures are followed.
In international traffic, different rules apply to commercial goods than to household moving goods. Halo helps you with this and ensures that the correct documents are provided and your belongings will pass through customs without any issues.
It is always advisable to hire a moving company with experience in the country of destination before you international moves . Halo Removal Logistics has a number of specific continents (countries) in which it specializes and organizes many moves to or from on a weekly basis. Through close cooperation with local partners and agents, Halo Removal Logistics guarantees the moving quality you are used to.
Rules for customs clearance
All rules regarding the import of household goods (and thus your belongings) can change yearly and differ per country. It's therefore useful to look carefully at the destination country! Where are you going and what rules apply there regarding the import of household goods. Usually, your household goods are free from import duties, but there are sometimes restrictions on certain products.
Our moving advisors will of course discuss these limitations with you thoroughly so that you are never faced with surprises. Our employees will ensure that all necessary documents are correctly completed and submitted to customs. On our website you can find exactly which documents you need.
Good preparation
A good start is half the work, right? There are several matters you can get started with in advance, regardless of the destination country. These include arranging:
- Valid passport
- Work permit
- Residence permit
- Visa
Importing personal household goods/belongings is usually tax-free. We will take care of preparing all necessary documents for you, and this is of course included in your personal quote.
Extra tip! When preparing for your emigration, it's wise to consult the customs website. They provide an overview of all rules, and exceptions are described per country.
Always a solution
It can of course happen that you do not yet have all documents in order or in your possession due to, for example, time constraints. Do you still have to leave your current home earlier? Or do you have to move to the country of destination sooner? No worries, even then we can help you with the timely storage of your household effects. Veilig en verzekerd!
