Question 1

What you'll need

Photocopy of your passport (main page and all relevant pages with stamps and visas).
Proof of residence in your origin country for at least 12 months before moving to the Czech Republic (e.g., visa, housing contract, employer confirmation).
Proof of residence in the Czech Republic (e.g., copy of housing contract for a minimum of 12 months, copy of work permit, employee card, residence permit, or long-term visa if available).
Original Power of Attorney authorizing your removal company to represent you at customs.
Company statement or work contract confirming your employment in the Czech Republic.
Original and duly signed Application for Exemption from Customs Duty.
Inventory list of all items.

Good to know

Goods must have been owned and used by you at your former residence for at least six months prior to shipping.
The goods must be intended for the same purpose at your new residence.
Duty and tax relief is granted only if your normal place of residence was outside the EU for a continuous period of at least 12 months before shipping.
Personal property and household goods must enter the EU within 12 months from the date you establish your normal place of residence in the EU.
Within 12 months of importation, goods cannot be lent, used as security, rented out, or sold without notifying customs.
Customs officials may request additional documents.
English documents, such as a lease contract, are generally accepted.

If you're an EU or Czech citizen returning from outside the EU
Returning EU or Czech citizens who have lived outside the EU for at least 12 months can import their used household goods and personal effects duty-free, provided they meet specific conditions similar to non-EU citizens.
What you'll need

Photocopy of your passport (main pages and all relevant pages with stamps and visas).
Proof of residence in your origin country, demonstrating a stay outside the EU for at least 12 months before establishing residence in the EU (e.g., visa, housing contract, employer confirmation).
Proof of residence in the EU (e.g., copy of EU residence permit, EU ID card, or registration with the Municipal house).
Copy of housing contract (minimum 12 months rental period) or purchase contract for your home.
Original and duly signed Application for Exemption from Customs Duty.
Company statement confirming your employment contract.
Original Power of Attorney authorizing your removal company to represent you at customs.
Inventory list.

Good to know

Goods must have been owned and used by you at your former residence for at least six months prior to shipping.
The goods must be intended for the same purpose at your new residence.
Duty and tax relief is granted only if your normal place of residence was outside the EU for a continuous period of at least 12 months prior to shipping.
Personal property and household goods must enter the EU within 12 months from the date you establish your normal place of residence in the EU.
Within 12 months of importation, goods cannot be lent, used as security, rented out, or sold without notifying customs.
Customs officials may request additional documents.
English documents, such as a lease contract, are generally accepted.

If you're a diplomat relocating
Diplomatic removals of personal effects are generally duty-free. Special procedures and documents are required for these types of moves.
What you'll need

Photocopy of passport.
Original Power of Attorney authorizing your removal company to represent you at customs.
Inventory lists.
Statement from the Embassy confirming your assignment in the Czech Republic.
Import Declaration for diplomatic goods or vehicles (form).
Diplomatic ID card issued by the Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Good to know

Within 12 months of importation, goods cannot be lent, used as security, rented out, or sold without notifying customs.
Import Declaration for diplomatic goods (two copies) and Power of Attorney are required in original.
Import of alcohol is permitted for diplomats; contact your local embassy for quota information.
Customs officials may request additional documents.

Bringing special items
Vehicles
Automobiles and motorcycles can be imported duty-free as part of your household goods move, provided they meet specific conditions.
What you'll need

A form stating the official/factory name and type of vehicle, manufacturing number (VIN), vintage (year of manufacture), type of fuel, and weight.
Original and legible copy of the invoice or other confirmation of car purchase (will be returned).
Original copy of the registration book or certificate of title (will be returned).
All the same documents required for importing household goods and personal effects (see above sections).

Good to know

The vehicle must have been in your possession and used at your former residence for at least six months prior to shipping.
It must be intended for the same purpose at your new residence.
Duty and tax relief is granted only if your normal place of residence was outside the EU for a continuous period of at least 12 months.
The vehicle must enter the EU within 12 months from the date you establish your normal place of residence in the EU.
Within 12 months of importation, vehicles cannot be lent, used as security, rented out, or sold without notifying customs.
Vehicles can be sold after one year from the date of importation.
Registering vehicles older than 8 years might be difficult, with exceptions for vehicles over 30 years old, which can be registered as old-timers.

Pets
Bringing your pet to the Czech Republic is duty-free, but requires specific veterinary documentation.
What you'll need

Veterinary import permission issued by the State Vet Office in Prague, Czech Republic.
Veterinary certificate issued by the State Vet Office in the animal's country of origin.
International vaccination certificate.

Good to know

Customs officials may request additional documents.

Restricted & prohibited items
Certain items like firearms have specific regulations for import. While duty-free as part of household goods, a license is required.
What you'll need

A firearms accompanying certificate issued by the Embassy of the Czech Republic in your country of origin.

Good to know

A license is required for temporary import, export, or transit of Category A, B, or C weapons or ammunition.
The license is issued as a firearms accompanying certificate.
For transit, the certificate can be issued by Czech embassies upon request for natural persons and legal entities.
For hunting or marksmanship contests, if you hold a European gun license, police units at frontier crossings may also issue the certificate.
EU citizens with a European gun license for transferred weapons do not need a firearms accompanying certificate if they declare their travel purpose.
Travelers from non-EU countries to an EU Member State must submit a license from the appropriate authorities of each relevant Member State they intend to travel through or to with such weapons or ammunition.

Alcohol & tobacco
Alcohol and tobacco are dutiable items and there is no allowance for duty and tax-free import in unaccompanied shipments.
What you'll need

Same documents as for household goods and personal effects.

Good to know

Import of alcohol is allowed for diplomats; contact your local embassy for information on quotas.

Frequently asked questions
Can I import my household goods duty-free?

Accepted Answer

Yes, generally, if you've owned and used them for at least six months, lived outside the EU for 12 months, and import them within 12 months of establishing Czech residence.

Question 2

What if I want to sell my imported items soon after arriving?

Accepted Answer

Within 12 months of importation, goods cannot be lent, used as security, rented out, or sold without prior notification to customs authorities.

Question 3

Are there any time limits for importing my belongings?

Accepted Answer

Duty and tax relief is granted only for personal property and household goods entered into the EU within 12 months from the date you establish your normal place of residence in the EU.

Question 4

Will Czech customs accept documents in English?

Accepted Answer

Yes, English is generally accepted by customs for many documents, such as lease contracts.

Question 5

Do I need original documents for customs clearance?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an original Power of Attorney and an original, duly signed Application for Exemption from Customs Duty are required.

Question 6

Are there any age restrictions for importing vehicles?

Accepted Answer

It might be difficult to register vehicles older than 8 years, though vehicles over 30 years old can be registered as old-timers.

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