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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Passport
Original Visa, Residence and Work Permit (requirement may vary according
to nationality)
Certificate of Change of Residence obtained from the French Consulate with
Customer's signature indicating dates of stay abroad
Attestation de non-cession (signed original stating Customer has lived
abroad for at least one year, has owned all items for more than six months,
and that goods will not be sold for twelve months)
Proof of residence in France (Certificate of Residence, lease contract or
utility bills)
Letter of professional transfer from employer indicating date of
employment abroad
Valued inventory in French (valued in French Francs) dated and signed by
Customer -- three copies
Inventory must indicate contents of each carton
- List all electrical items separately (purchase invoices required) must
show brand name and serial number
Delivery address in France with access, floor, entry code if any
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
Used household goods duty-free if owned abroad for six months, if the
owner is moving his principal residence to France, and the items arrive within
one year from the arrival date reflected on the Change of Residence
Regulations are different if the Customer is establishing a secondary
residence
If SECOND shipment anticipated, it must be stated at the time of the first
importation
Inheritance:
- Declaration from notary with
inventory of goods, date of death, relationship & French Resident
- The goods must be shipped within
one year from date of death
Wedding presents:
- Marriage Certificate and French Resident Permit
- Goods must be shipped within one month of wedding
Students
- Official attestation of attendance
at school or university. The scholar's goods must be shipped within
one month from date of registration at school or university.
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
Alcohol must be inventoried separately with brand name, type, amount,
number of bottles, and value (Import License or Liquor License may be
required)
Tobacco products are allowed, but subject to duty or tax
New items (less than six months old) are subject to tax if arriving from
EEC countries or tax and duties if coming from other countries and must be
documented with sales invoices
Works of Art, oil paintings, sculptures, antiques, etc. should have
Certificate of Authenticity
Video tapes, fax machines, telex machines and books will be held
temporarily by customs until necessary authorization is obtained for each item
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Paints, polishes, and cleaning solvents
Drugs and narcotics
Live plants
Ivory, all animal skins
Pornographic material
Explosives & matches
Guns, weapons and ammunition are highly regulated, and require various
registrations and certificates and have the authorization from the French
Defense Ministry (provide make, caliber, serial number and purpose)
- Some weapons strictly prohibited
- Do not ship with household goods
MOTOR VEHICLES
Expatriates who intend to remain in France for a period of time may import
one auto duty-free as personal effects
Foreigners may import an auto duty-free provided the owner has been living
abroad for more than one year, the car has been owned for six months prior to
import, and the car is correctly registered as a commercial car
Auto must not be disposed of within two years of entry into France
MUST BE LISTED ON INVENTORY (giving year, make, model, chassis engine,
horse power and registration numbers)
Certain makes are not permitted
Vehicle must pass inspection for compliance with French standards and must
be road-worthy
Documents required:
- Purchase Invoice (original)
- Original title showing owner's name and vehicle serial number (original)
- Insurance Certificate from French insurer
- Registration Card (original)
- Plate numbers
PETS
Must be at least three months old
Subject to quarantine
Endangered species and exotic animals prohibited
Pets should be accompanied by their owner with vaccination card and
certificate of good health
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 this destination and is being provided for general
guidance to assist our Agents and Customers.
Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, we 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.