Entry and Customs Regulations All current and essential requirements for your move abroad at a glance. From visas and residence permits to customs exemptions and rules for pets and imports.
Some countries have stricter or more complex entry requirements than others. Precise planning and organization are essential, especially for non-EU countries. DACHSER & KOLB will inform you about all guidelines and procedures to make your start in your new life as stress-free as possible.
Quick checks (global)
To ensure that customs clearance runs smoothly, we require the following documents from you:
✓ Customs exemption: Verifiable change of residence, private use, deadlines met.
✓ Visa: Citizenship, purpose of travel, duration, supporting documents.
✓ Animals: Microchip, vaccinations, travel documents; quarantine/prohibitions if applicable.
✓ Prohibitions/permits: CITES, weapons, medicines, plants/seeds, cultural goods.
All information at one glance with DACHSER & KOLB
Removal goods
Personal belongings when relocating residence; basis for customs exemption if requirements are met.
Customs exemption
Elimination of customs duties in cases of verifiable change of residence, private use, and compliance with deadlines.
Subsequent delivery
Subsequent importation of parts of the removal goods within country-specific deadlines; notify upon initial importation.
Import bans & permits
Rules on prohibited or restricted goods (e.g., CITES, weapons, medicines, plants).
Countries outside the EU with special regulations
Switzerland
→ Customs regulations
→ Visa
→ Moving with animals
→ Destination country information
The United Kingdom
→ Customs regulations
→ Visa
→ Moving with animals
→ Destination country information
Norway
→ Customs regulations
→ Visa
→ Moving with animals
→ Destination country information
USA
→ Customs regulations
→ Visa
→ Moving with animals
→ Destination country information
Thailand
→ Customs regulations
→ Visa
→ Moving with animals
→ Destination country information
Countries of entry into the EU/Germany with special regulations
Switzerland
→ Customs regulations
The United Kingdom
→ Customs regulations
Norway
→ Customs regulations
USA
→ Visa
Thailand
→ Visum
FAQs – Understanding entry and customs regulations
Do I need my residence permit at the border?
Depending on the destination country and status; proof of change of residence is often sufficient. Details can be found in the respective visa guide.
Can I deliver goods later?
Yes, if declared upon initial importation and imported within the specified time frame. Details can be found in the customs guide for the destination country.
How do I handle new goods?
New goods are generally subject to customs duties/taxes; list them separately in the inventory list.
Who can substitute for me?
Agent/freight forwarder with original documents and power of attorney.
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