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Moving To The Netherlands
If you are moving to the Netherlands from the USA - International Sea & Air Shipping can make your relocation to the Netherlands smooth and seamless.
When Moving to the Netherlands
An International Moving Specialist will help you by outlining your moving options based on our moving criteria such as:
- When do you need to be in the Netherlands?
- When should your shipment arrive and at what port or air port?
- How long is your intended stay in the Netherlands? Is storage an option?
The Cost of Moving to the Netherlands
The cost to move to the Netherlands from the United States varies considerably based on the cubic footage of your belongings and your proposed destination arrival time.
Make an appointment for a home survey and consultation on your move to the Netherlands - 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 the Netherlands.
About Netherlands
Often referred to as “Holland”, The Netherlands has its major part located in the North-West Europe. This country is adorned with numerous natural attractions and other tourist spots that the travelers here can enjoy easily.
Netherlands is a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Mainland Netherlands shares its borders with Belgium and Germany and maritime borders with Belgium, Germany and the United Kingdom.
There are a number of theme parks for the entire family, waterworks, museums and zoos along with a number of world famous cities like the capital Amsterdam and other prominent cities like Rotterdam, Utrecht, Hague and more. The Netherlands or Holland is also well known for the idea of windmills which is still found around here in tip.
Netherlands is the 16th largest economy in the world, and ranks 7th in GDP. Rotterdam port is the largest port in Europe Major trading partners of Netherlands are Germany, Belgium, France, UK, Italy, US, China and Russia.
Custom Regulations for Netherlands:
*NOTE: SHIPPING DOCUMENTS MUST STATE CUSTOMER'S CONTACT ADDRESS AND TELEPHONE NUMBER (REQUIRED FOR IMPORT LICENSE)
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Passport (copy of pages 1-10)
- Work Contract (copy)
- Certificate of Residence
- Residence Agreement (Rental or Purchase Contract)
- Request for Import Permit -- ALL anticipated SHIPMENTS (including AUTO) MUST BE INCLUDED IN THE ORIGINAL PETITION. IMPORT PERMIT is granted ONLY ONCE.
- Application for Exemption from import duties
- For Customer coming from NON-EUROPEAN COMMUNITY countries:
- Form is provided by Destination Agent
- Original form of registration in Customer's new hometown
- Statement from employer
- Inventory (five copies) detailed and signed by the Customer must be legible and show:
- Contents of all cartons (PBO "packed by owner" and MISC. "miscellaneous", not acceptable)
- APPLIANCE make, model and serial number
- AUTO (or other motor vehicle) make, model, etc.
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- Used household goods and personal effects are duty-free provided:
- The Customer has lived outside the Netherlands for at least 12 months (six months if previous residence was within the European Community)
- Customer is transferring his principal residence to the Netherlands
- The goods have been used for at least 12 months (six months if being imported within the European Community) prior to import
- The goods are not sold or lent for at least 12 months (six months if being imported within the European Community) after importation
- The goods are in accordance with the social status of the Customer
- Re-importation of used household goods within one year requires special documents for duty-free import
- If Customer is not staying in the Netherlands for a minimum of 12 months, bond will have to be posted for duties and taxes
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
- New items (letter than six months old)
- Alcohol and tobacco products (provide detailed description)
- Electrical appliances
- Foodstuff
- Antiques and Works of Art
- All weapons and ammunition are subject to special license and registration documents issued by the Police
- If weapons are included with the household goods shipment, customer must be present for Customs clearance
- Medicine (doctor prescription required, otherwise prohibited)
- Precious metal objects (authorization from the "Kantoor Waarborg")
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Drugs and narcotics
- All species of cactuses and orchids
- Explosives
- CB radios
- Meat products
- Products made from endangered or threatened exotic animals
MOTOR VEHICLES
- Customer's presence at Customs Office is required to sign papers of exemption for Customs clearance
- Duty-free if owned and used by Customer for six months or more and included in original request for Import Permit
- Auto is not to be sold for at least one year after Customs clearance in the Netherlands
- Keys must be available
- Documents required:
- Original Registration Card
- Purchase Invoice
- International Liability Insurance Card (Green Card)
- Title
- Copy of Customer's Passport (pages 1-10)
- Copy of Lease or deed of residence
- Dutch Registration
- Copy of Work Contract
- Original Form of Registration in Customer's new hometown
PETS
- Customer's presence at Customs clearance is required
- Health Certificate and Certificate of Rabies Vaccination required
- Quarantine may be necessary
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 : I will Preserve
Capital : Amsterdam
National Anthem : "Het Wilhelmus" ("The William")
Geography
Location : Western Europe, bordering the North Sea, between Belgium and Germany
Area : Total : 41,543 sq kmLand : 33,893 sq km
Water : 7,650 sq km
Climate : Temperate; marine; cool summers and mild winters
People
Nationality : Dutchman(men), Dutchwoman(women)
Population : 16,847,007 (July 2011 est.)
Major Cities : AMSTERDAM (capital) 1.044 million; Rotterdam 1.008 million; The Hague (seat of government) 629,000 (2009)
Languages : Dutch (official), Frisian (official)
Economy
GDP : $680.4 billion (2010 est.)
Exchange Rates : Euros (EUR) per US dollar - 0.774 (2010), 0.7179 (2009), 0.6827 (2008), 0.7345 (2007), 0.7964 (2006)
Transportation
Airports : 27 (2010)
Roadways : Total : 136,827 km
Waterways : 6,215 km
Ports & Terminals : Amsterdam, IJmuiden, Moerdijk, Rotterdam, Terneuzen, Vlissingen
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