This information is prepared by IntlMOVE for IntlMOVE’s customers moving to Ireland and Shipping Household Goods or Personal Effects from USA to Ireland.

If you are moving to Ireland and plan to ship your household goods and  personal effects, there are customs regulations in Ireland you need to consider .
Below are Ireland’s rules and regulations regarding the importation of used household goods and personal belongings

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS FOR MOVING TO IRELAND AND SHIPPING HOUSEHOLD GOODS TO IRELAND

• Passport
• Work Permit
• Irish Customs Form-Notice 1076
• Inventory of Household Goods (two copies) in English with same signature of customer as on Form 1076
• Transfer of Residence Form
• Additional Irish Customs Form CU56
• Proof of transfer of residence (electric/telephone bills, lease, purchase or rental agreement)
• Proof of employment in Ireland

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS FOR SHIPPING HOUSEHOLD GOODS TO IRELAND

• All household goods shipments inspected by Customs
• Used household goods, personal effects and tools/instruments of trade/profession duty-free if owned abroad for at least six months, are not for resale within twelve months of importation and are imported within twelve months before or after the date of transfer of residence (six months before or twelve months after for those coming from outside the EC)
• If arriving from outside EC, customer must have been abroad for twelve continuous months

DUTIABLE AND RESTRICTED HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL BELONGINGS ITEMS

• New household goods and personal belongings items (less than six months old)
• Alcohol and tobacco products
• Maker’s name, percentage proof and amount must be listed
• Perfumes
• Gold and silver (Statutory Declaration required)

PROHIBITED HOUSEHOLD GOODS AND PERSONAL BELONGINGS ITEMS

• Guns, weapons, explosives or ammunition of any kind – unless license obtained from Department of Justice
• Agricultural goods (plants, plant products, hay, straw, peat moss, etc.)
• Drugs and narcotics
• Pornographic material
• Meat products and fresh foods

MOTOR VEHICLES

• Cars, trailers, etc. may be entered duty-free if owned six months prior to importation
• Autos may not be sold, lent out or disposed of within twelve months of importation
• Documents required:
  • Registration book
  • Customs Form 1076
  • Original vehicle documents showing owner’s name, engine and chassis number
  • Purchase Invoice
  • Title
  • Insurance Certificate (most recent and one dated more than 6 months ago)

PETS

• Dogs and cats require Import License, proof of inoculation, and six months quarantine

NOTE – Customs regulations in Ireland are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to Ireland 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.

From: Oriel O’G.
Sent: Thursday, April 16, 2009 1:17 PM
To: ops@intlmove.com
Cc: mercedes
Subject: 09-04-016-20

Dear Sirs,
I just want to compliment your company on excellent service! We had our belongings picked up by Five Star Movers, your agent in WI, this past weekend. The crew were fast, careful and professional. It was a joy to watch them work! The representative who set up my move, Mercedes, was capable, flexible and responsive to our needs, and set our move up in record time. The quality and speed of her work are a credit to your company and the standards of excellence you strive for. Keep up the good work!

Many Thanks, Oriel O’G.

From: mark w.
Sent: Friday, May 12, 2006 1:50 PM
To: admn@intlmove.com
Subject: Re: 06-06-004-02 A002 OFS LCL.doc

thank you for the relevant information and fast response to all my questions,  i will not be requiring any insurance for my goods while they are being shipped to my new address, thank you for everything you have done so far to make my move as pleasant as possible and the professionalism you and your company have shown thus to date.
thanks again, mark w.