Dutch customs clearance: practical steps for importers
In summary, precise documentation, pre-arrival electronic filing, trusted customs brokerage, and use of customs simplifications are the practical levers importers can pull to reduce
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In summary, precise documentation, pre-arrival electronic filing, trusted customs brokerage, and use of customs simplifications are the practical levers importers can pull to reduce
You only pay customs clearance charges if the value of the gift is more than € 45. We can submit the customs declaration once the parcel arrives in the Netherlands.
Based on your declaration, Customs will calculate the import or export duty. Customs will also decide whether any other Customs regulations are applicable, for example in relation to safety, health, the
Equip yourself with knowledge and know-how on customs clearance requirements when sending your international shipments to and from Netherlands with FedEx.
When goods are imported from outside the EU into the Netherlands, they must be declared to Dutch Customs. Based on that declaration, Customs determines which duties, VAT and other rules may apply.
Customs clearance in the Netherlands means that you officially release goods into free circulation in the EU. You file an import declaration, pay any import duties and VAT, and wait for release by the Customs.
By 1 October 2026, you must submit your declaration for temporary storage (ATO) via the Single Window for maritime and air transport (SW) using new system specifications.
This information along with commodity details will be transmitted to European Union customs prior to the loading of your cargo. Your commercial invoice must include the currency of the values listed. It
The Customs Manual (Douane Handboek) lists the laws and procedures with which you can be confronted. The manual has been adapted to the UCC.
When importing goods into the Netherlands from outside the European Union (EU), you will usually have to pay import duties. You will also have to pay VAT and in some cases excise duty, consumption tax