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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Passport (original)
- Inventory in triplicate
- Original Residence Permit (Meldezette)
- Certificate of Residence Change
- Entry Certificate from the Police Station of municipal office concerned
- Exit Certificate stating stay abroad was for at least twelve months
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- Used household goods (owned and used for at least six months) and personal effects are generally duty-free provided the customer has been abroad for at least twelve months, and the goods will not be sold for at least twelve months after import
- Goods must be imported within two years from the change of residence of the customer
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
- Alcohol, tobacco products, perfume
- Foodstuffs, beverages and other consumables
- New items, appliances and gifts are subject to duties
- Weapons and ammunition require a special license
- Plants and certain plant products require a plant protection certificate
- Objects of art, antiques, invoice for goods in duplicate (if applicable, expert appraisal)
PROHIBITED ITEMS
MOTOR VEHICLES
- Motor Vehicles are exempt from duties if owned and used abroad for at least six months, and cannot be sold or otherwise transferred for two years
- All cars must meet Austrian specifications and may require extensive modifications
- Proof of automobile insurance is required
- Application for Austrian license plates must be made immediately; plates from original country must be available
- Separate customs clearance at the main customs office in Vienna is necessary
- Documents required:
- Log Book
- Purchase Invoice and contract
- Passport (copy)
- Registration with police or local authority in Austria (original)
- Exit Certificate stating stay abroad was for at least 12 months
PETS
- Dogs and cats are permitted with Health and Vaccination Certificate in German
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