Malta

MALTA

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

Passport or Identity Card

Residence Visa

Certificate of Residence Change

Customs Bond

Bank Guarantee

Letter of Guarantee

Proof of Employment

Declaration stating that all imported goods have been used prior to their import

A.I.P. Permit or Permanent Residence Permit from Finance Minister in Malta or Work Permit from Expatriate Division

Letter authorizing Destination Agent to clear shipment

Inventory (in English) detailed (PBO "packed by owner" not acceptable)

Import license

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS

CUSTOMER MUST BE IN COUNTRY PRIOR TO ARRIVAL OF GOODS FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE

All shipments inspected

Shipments must arrive within six months of Customer

Used household goods are duty-free if:

Owner is a returning citizen or a foreign national who has been outside Malta for over 18 months
Foreign nationals taking up temporary residence or having a Work Permit, may import their used household goods duty – free, but a cash guarantee must be lodged with customs authorities which is refundable

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

New items

Electrical/electronic appliances

Bicycles and boats

Fax machines require an Import License

PROHIBITED ITEMS

Firearms and weapons are subject to Police License (make, country of manufacture, serial number and specifications required)

Drugs and narcotics

Alcohol and tobacco products

Dish antennas, cordless and mobile phones and air band receivers or transmitters require an Import License (must supply make, country of origin, serial number and specifications)

MOTOR VEHICLES

CUSTOMER MUST BE IN COUNTRY PRIOR TO ARRIVAL OF VEHICLE

Returning citizens or permanent residents are allowed to import one auto duty-free

Temporary residents can import one used car which has been in their possession for at least six months; however, it is dutiable

Right-hand drive and only lead-free fuel is available

Car must have been registered in owner's name for over six months

Documents required:

Import License is required from Department of Trade
Export Certificate or Log Book
MOT or Test Certificate to show road worthiness
Road Insurance or Green Card valid for Malta

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.