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Customs Information
Be
prepared. Learn the requirements and restrictions of your
destination country.
Moving across international borders can be
complicated. In order to be fully prepared, you
should know what documents (identification, titles,
insurance certificates, bills of sale, etc.) are required by
customs in your destination country. Many countries also have
various restrictions on the type or quantity of goods or pets
that you are allowed to bring into the country.
Researching well ahead of time will ensure that your
relocation is successful and problem-free.
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AUSTRIA |
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DOCUMENTS
REQUIRED
- Passport
- Inventory
- Original
Residence Permit (Meldezette)
- Certificate of
Residence Change
- Entry Certificate
from the Police Station
- Letter from
employer stating stay abroad was for at least twelve
months
CUSTOMS
REGULATIONS
- Used household
goods (owned and used for at least six months) and
personal effects are generally duty-free provided the
customer has been abroad for at least twelve months, and
the goods will not be sold for at least twelve months
after import
- Goods must be
imported within two years from the change of residence of
the customer
- Diplomatic
shipments are duty free, and new goods can be imported in
shipment
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED
ITEMS
- Alcohol, tobacco
products, perfume
- Foodstuffs,
beverages and other consumables
- New items,
appliances and gifts are subject to duties
- Weapons and
ammunition require a special license
- Plants and
certain plant products require a plant protection
certificate
- Objects of art,
antiques, invoice for goods in duplicate (if applicable,
expert appraisal)
PROHIBITED ITEMS
MOTOR VEHICLES
- Motor Vehicles
are exempt from duties if owned and used abroad for at
least six months, and cannot be sold or otherwise
transferred for two years
- All cars must
meet Austrian specifications and may require extensive
modifications
- Proof of
automobile insurance is required
- Application for
Austrian license plates must be made immediately; plates
from original country must be available
- Separate customs
clearance at the main customs office in Vienna is
necessary
- Documents
required:
- Log Book
- Purchase
Invoice and contract
- Passport
- Entry
Certificate from the Police Station (original)
- Letter from
employer stating stay abroad was for at least twelve
months
PETS
- Dogs and cats are
permitted with Health and Vaccination Certificate in
German
NOTE - Customs
regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding
information is only a brief summary of customs regulations
applicable to household goods shipments to this country and is
solely for general guidance. Since regulations are subject to
change without notice, iMoveInternational.com cannot be held
liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental
events resulting from non-compliance. It is your
responsibility to check with
your local embassy or consulate prior to your move for the
most up-to-date and complete information.
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