Country Guide: Luxembourg
Updated: November 23, 2015
Household Goods and Personal Effects
Documents Required
- Copy of Passport
- Customs Declaration in French or German, signed by the shipper
- Inventory list numbered in French or English and without any blanks (5 copies)
- Bill of Lading (Express release) / Air Waybill (AWB)
- T-Form for transit within the European Union (EU) (new furniture and goods)
- Original Purchase Invoice of new furniture and goods
- Consumption Declaration (COM 4) for new furniture and goods
- Certificate de Franchise en Douane
- Declaration 136 F
- Attestation from Employer / “Fiche de Renseignements”
- Inventory list in French or English (3 original, completed and signed on every page by importer)
Specific Information
- Diplomats are permitted duty-free entry if a 136 F declaration can be provided by the Ministry/Embassy in Luxembourg
- New furniture and goods are subject to duties and taxes.
- Duty-free entry for used furniture and goods must meet the following criteria:
- The objects have been owned and used abroad by the shipper.
- The goods will clearly show signs of use.
- The articles were not obtained for the purpose of a duty-free import.
- For used furniture and goods, a provisional Exemption of Duties will be granted by Customs pending the presentation of documents and the authorization, against a deposit of the following:
- The import charges (approximately 3.5% of the declared value of the goods),
- The value added tax (VAT) of 15% (based on 10% plusthe declared value)
- A sum of €200.00 to secure a correct settlement of the Customs documents.
- The Certificate of Residence must be issued by the local authorities (Commune) of the new domicile in Luxemburg, showing the nationality, previous residence abroad for at least 1 year, and the date of registration of the domicile in Luxemburg, and state that the applicant has not resided previously in Luxemburg (nationals not previously living in Luxembourg).
- For citizens residing abroad for at least 1 year with a Declaration of Change of Domicile, a Certificate of Residence issued by the local authorities (Commune) of the new domicile in Luxemburg, showing the nationality, the previous residence abroad, the date of the previous de-registration of domicile on leaving Luxemburg and the date of the re-registration of domicile in Luxemburg or two certificates are required:
- One issued by the local authorities (Commune) in the city of residence in Luxembourg, bearing the date of emigration and the commune abroad to which the shipper relocated.
- One issued by the local authorities (Commune) in the city of the new residence.
- For nationals or foreigners registering for a change of residence within the previous year or no change of residence, proof must be furnished that:
- The stay is not the consequence of a temporary situation (travel, mission, studies) of limited duration.
- The shipper had no residence in Luxemburg throughout the entire duration of stay abroad.
- The Certificate de Franchise en Douane must be issued by the local council of his/her residence in Luxembourg stating where you lived abroad and for how long.
Motor Vehicles
Documents Required
- Copy of Passport
- Customs Declaration in French, signed by the shipper
- Inventory list numbered in French and without any blanks (5 copies)
- OBL / AWB
- Original Purchase Invoice of new furniture and goods
- Original Title
- Proof of insurance covering the previous 6 months
- Certificate of Residence
- Proof of Invoice or another document as evidence of the ownership abroad
- Letter from Ministry of Foreign Affairs verifying diplomatic status or employment
- T-Form for transit within the European Union (EU) (new furniture and goods)
Specific Information
- Vehicles are permitted duty-free if in the owner’s possession and usefor at least 6 months, had more than 6000 km when registering at the Commune, and note that the owner is transferringto a residence to Luxemburg.
- The car will not be sold or transferred before 1 year after the move.
Pets
Documents Required
- Vaccination Record
- Veterinary Health Certificate
Specific Information
- Medical examination may be required on arrival
- As regulations are often changing, contact the destination agent or Consulate for specific information.
Wedding Trousseau / Gifts
Documents Required
- Vaccination Record
- Veterinary Health Certificate
Specific Information
- Medical examination may be required on arrival
- As regulations are often changing, contact the destination agent or Consulate for specific information.
Restricted/Dutiable Items
- Dangerous objects (an authorization from the Ministry of Justice is required prior to import)
- Tobacco
- Spirits and wine (a detailed list showing the number, the size and degree of alcohol of the bottles as follows:
- If < 13° = 12% VAT on the declared value + taxes of € 13.1 per hectolitre
- If > 13° = 15% VAT on the declared value + taxes of € 13.1 per hectolitre)
Prohibited Items
- Ammunition
- Ivory
- Medicines
- Narcotics and drugs
Consignment Instructions
Recommended: Contact the destination agent to ensure all requirements have been met prior to import, especially for differences regarding air / sea shipments.
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