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Moving to Austria or for that matter any country can become difficult-unless you make yourself aware of the customs regulation details in that country. After all, you do not want your belongings to be stranded in some port in the country. In some countries especially, customs regulations can be very stringent-and you may suddenly find yourself in a puddle. So, do your homework!
The customs regulations information listed on our website have been collected from several sources including information made-available-by embassies and government websites. |
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Major City/Cities in Austria |
Eisenstadt
Klagenfurt
St. Polten
| Linz
Salzburg
Graz
| Innsbruck
Bregenz
Vienna
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Customs Regulations applicable while Shipping To Austria |
| Shipping to Austria - Customs Regulations |
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Passport (original)
- Inventory in triplicate
- Original Residence Permit (Meldezette)
- Certificate of Residence
Change
- Entry Certificate from the Police
Station of municipal office concerned
- Exit Certificate 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
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 (copy)
- Registration with police or local
authority in Austria (original)
- Exit Certificate stating stay
abroad was for at least 12 months
PETS
- Dogs and cats are permitted with
Health and Vaccination Certificate in German
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NOTE - Customs regulations of Austria are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to Austria (this destination )and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, Movers.com 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 before you make your move to Austria. |
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