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Moving To Germany
If you are moving to or from Germany, International Sea & Air Shipping can make your relocation to Germany smooth and seamless with sea or air containers.
When Moving to Germany
An International Moving Specialist will help you by outlining your moving options based on your moving criteria such as:
- When do you need to be in Germany?
- Are you selling property in the United States?
- Are there opportunities in Germany to purchase property and household goods?
The Cost of Moving to Germany
The cost to move to Germany from the United States varies considerably based on the cubic footage of your belongings and your proposed destination arrival time.
Make an appointment for consultation on your move to Germany - including a site inspection of your home and belongings to get the most accurate cubic feet estimate & moving services to help expedite your relocation to Germany.
About Germany
A country, long been associated with valor and rich history, Germany, has its own charm that extends to nature and includes arts, culture and cuisine in it. In the art scenario, Germany is teeming with numerous internationally acclaimed orchestras, theaters, concert halls, museums and exhibitions.
Germany is the 7th largest country by area in Europe and the 62nd largest in the world. Germany shares land border with Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, France, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Poland, and Switzerland.
There are also several natural attractions in the Alpine region to enjoy. Along with these, Germany also has its own distinctive cuisines tat are no doubt lip smacking. Finest beers and wines are integral part of fine dining in Germany. This country is also known for its robust leads in the world of soccer and other games.
Germany has the world's 4th largest economy by nominal GDP and the 5th largest by purchasing power parity. Germany is the 2nd largest exporter and 3rd largest importer of goods. The largest exporters of Germany are United Kingdom, France, US, Netherlands, Italy, Austria, China, and Switzerland.
Custom Regulations for Germany:
*NOTE: ENTRY REQUIREMENTS DEPEND ON THE COUNTRY OF ORIGIN.
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 relationship 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 proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, International Sea & Air Shipping cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance. Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.
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Call our International Moving Specialists @ 1-866-788-1090
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Motto : Unity and Justice and Freedom
Capital : Berlin
National Anthem : "Das Deutschlandlied" ("The Germany Song") – the Third stanza
Geography
Location : Central Europe, bordering the Baltic Sea and the North Sea, between the Netherlands and Poland, south of Denmark
Area : Total : 357,022 sq kmLand : 348,672 sq km
Water : 8,350 sq km
Climate : Temperate and marine; cool, cloudy, wet winters and summers; occasional warm mountain (foehn) wind
People
Nationality : German(s)
Population : 81,471,834 (July 2011 est.)
Major Cities : BERLIN (capital) 3.438 million; Hamburg 1.786 million; Munich 1.349 million; Cologne 1.001 million (2009)
Languages : German
Economy
GDP : $2.96 trillion (2010 est.)
Exchange Rates : Euros (EUR) per US dollar - 0.7715 (2010), 0.7179 (2009), 0.6827 (2008), 0.7345 (2007), 0.7964 (2006)
Transportation
Airports : 549 (2010)
Roadways : Total : 644,480 km
Waterways : 7,467 km
Ports & Terminals : Bremen, Bremerhaven, Duisburg, Hamburg, Karlsruhe, Lubeck, Neuss-Dusseldorf, Rostock, Wilhemshaven
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