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In order to aid you in moving to Greece we have gathered customs information. We advise you to carefully review the information relating to moving to Greece. You may find more up to date information at your local consulate or embassy. Please note, customs regulations are subject to change at any time. GEM Relocations cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance.
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Passport for Customer and spouse (previous passport if current one is less than two years old)

Inventory, detailed and consularized by Greek Consulate in country of origin, to be TRANSLATED at destination (must include make, model and serial number of ALL APPLIANCES, the quality, and quantity, square feet, and color of any woven floor covering in the shipment and auto, if any)

Law 1599 Form (Ipefthini di losi) stating that you will keep the goods in your possession for at least one year

Letter from owner of goods authorizing Destination Agent to clear shipment

Repatriating Greeks, persons with Greek ancestry, persons married to or children of Greek citizens, Greek Military and foreign EEC members

Customer must have been abroad for at least two years

Certificate of Repatriation (allows a Customer to bring goods into Greece duty-free) Inventory list

Foreigners coming to work

Certificate of Secondary Residence

Housing Contract

Bank Guarantee

CUSTOMER MUST BE IN GREECE AT TIME OF CUSTOMS CLEARANCE AND HIS PASSPORT MUST BE PRESENTED

If shipment belongs to GREEK REPATRIATE, OWNER MUST PERSONALLY ATTEND CLEARANCE

Personal effects and household goods are generally duty-free

ALL ITEMS brought in must be re-exported, or customs duty will be assessed when leaving

For foreigners coming to work in Greece, VAT (Value Added Tax) is payable on all goods

Only one of each appliance allowed - advise make and serial number on inventory

Office equipment such as facsimile, photocopies and telephone systems are dutiable

Alcohol and tobacco products

Matches

Firearms

Drugs and medicines

Playing cards

Must be in owner's possession for at least six months

Restrictions apply to vehicles with diesel engines

Duties vary according to make, model and length of time car owned

Documents required:

Consular Certificate from origin

Must be listed on household goods inventory

Registration plates and vehicle road license showing that the appropriate road tax has been paid in the country of origin

Drivers License