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CANARY
ISLANDS (SPAIN)
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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
The following list of documentation is required for duty
free importation:
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Passport
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Ocean Bill of Lading or Airway Bill
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Completed and signed Spanish customs
form
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Detailed and valued inventory in Spanish
language
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Residence and/or work permit (Residencia)
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Certificate of Domicillo
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NIE Certificate
If the shipper does not have the residence permit card
at the time of importation, the shipment can be cleared
with customs on a temporary basis. The shipper or his employer
will need to secure a bank guarantee of approximately 30-40%
of the declared value of the shipment. Once the shipper
has obtained the residence permit card, the bank guarantee
will be canceled.
PROHIBITED GOODS
Some prohibited goods include, but are not limited to:
MOTOR VEHICLES
Personal vehicles can be imported duty free provided the
shipper has owned and used the vehicles for at least six
months prior to importation, and have his residence permit
card. Required documentation:
Currently there is a 13% registration
tax on all vehicles imported. This is subject to change, and
it is suggested to confirm tax rates with the nearest Spanish
Consulate.
LIQUOR
All liquor inside a shipment will be subject to duty and
tax.
PETS
Most pets can be imported provided the shipper
has an original and signed veterinary health certificate that
can be presented. The certificate must prove the pet was vaccinated
for rabies.
DUTY
Shipments of household goods and personal effects can
be imported duty and tax free provided the shipper has owned
and used the goods for at least six months and has lived
outside of Spain for at least 12 months. Duty is approximately
9% of the value of the household goods if importer is non-resident
of the Canary Islands.
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, Rinkens Moving International
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.
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