Shipping Household goods to Austria, Moving to Austria
This general information is prepared by IntlMOVE for IntlMOVE’s customers Moving to Austria and Shipping Household Goods and or Personal Effects from USA to Austria
If you are moving to Austria and plan to ship your household goods and personal effects, there are customs regulations in Austria you need to consider .
Below are Austria’s rules and regulations regarding the importation of used household goods and personal belongings
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR MOVING TO AUSTRIA AND SHIPPING HOUSEHOLD GOODS
- 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 FOR SHIPPING HOUSEHOLD GOODS TO AUSTRIA
- 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
- Household Goods must be imported within two years from the change of residence of the customer
DUTIABLE RESTRICTED HOUSEHOLD GOODS 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
- Pornographic material
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
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 Austria and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers. Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, IntlMove 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.
