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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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ITALY |
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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Passport (copy)
Residence Visa
Work Permit
Inventory in Italian, signed by Customer and Visaed by Italian Consulate
Fiscal Number (Codice Fiscale, equivalent to an American social security
number)
Consular Declaration released by the nearest Italian Consulate, certifying
the length of stay abroad, the repatriation date, the Italian nationality of
the Customer, and the names of the family members (for Italian citizens only)
Residency Certificate stating number of members in the family, nationality,
city and country from which he's transferring his residence, and date of
residence in Italy (for foreigners only)
"Permesso a Soggiorno"
(permit to stay) by Police Office Foreign Department
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
If all documents are in order and available prior to arrival of the
shipment, Customer MAY NOT have to be present at time of Customs clearance
Used household goods are usually duty-free if owned for one year, (18 months
if Italian citizen), are not for resale and are imported within six months of
Customer's arrival
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
All consumable goods (including alcohol)
New furniture, new household good items, wedding trousseaux, souvenirs and
precious metal objects are subject to duty
All electronic equipment (radio, TV, VCR, etc.) require an Import Permit
from the Italian Ministry of Posts and Communications
- Without an Import Permit, above items cannot clear Customs
Antiques, pictures, works of art, carpets etc. require Fine Arts inspection
and special Import Permit from the Fine Arts authorities at extra cost,
payable by Customer
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Firearms, ammunition and combat knives (including ornamental weapons) can be
imported with a special permit obtained from the Police Office. They must be
clearly declared on the inventory with make, type and serial number, and must
not be included in the same container as the household goods
Pornographic material
Tobacco products and cigarettes
Narcotics and drugs
Animal skins
Plants and vegetable products require a Phytosanitary Certificate
Liquors
Perfumes
MOTOR VEHICLES
Non-Italians may import one auto duty-free, provided that proof of ownership
and use for at least one year is obtained by means of Certificate of Origin
Italian citizens must prove residence abroad for more than 18 months in
order to import a vehicle. Vehicles imported duty-free must not be sold for a
minimum of one year
Importing new vehicles is discouraged
Restrictions apply to autos over 2,000cc
Documents required:
- Ownership Title
- Registration Card and manufacturer's data
- Valid Insurance onto National Territory
- Certificate or Card Above MUST be original documents - notarized copies
are NOT accepted
PETS
Dogs,
cats and birds may be imported -Dogs must bear a leash and muzzle
A Certificate of Origin and Health is
required
Certificate must be in Italian and
language of origin and must state characteristics of the animal
CUSTOMER MUST CONTACT THE ITALIAN EMBASSY OR CONSULATE FOR ALL FURTHER
DETAILS, AS ITALIAN IMPORT REGULATIONS ARE COMPLICATED AND VARY ACCORDING TO
CUSTOMER'S IMMIGRATION STATUS.
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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