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DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
Inventory (duplicate in English, French, German or Swedish) three copies showing
detailed contents of each carton ("PBO" "packed by owner" or MISC.
"miscellaneous", not accepted) Important to avoid extra charges if Customs
officer has to examine because of improperly completed inventory.
Swedish Customs Form (Foersaekran Foer Flyttsakstullfrihet) to be signed by owner and
witnessed in Sweden
Diplomatic personnel: Special permit form Swedish Foreign Department and inventory
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
CUSTOMER MUST BE IN SWEDEN FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
Used household goods and personal effects are duty-free provided:
- Goods have been in owner's possession and used abroad for at least one year
- Immigrants or returning Swedish citizens must have been abroad for more than a year and
intend to take up permanent residence in Sweden for at least one year
Should the goods arrive before Customer, goods can be bonded at
the destination agent's warehouse or a Swedish freeport. Additional costs will be charged to the Customer.
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
New items (less than one year old)
Medicine (prescription required)
Firearms, weapons, ammunition, fireworks and explosives (Import License issued by the
Swedish Police required)
Alcohol and tobacco products
- Alcohol in shipment will delay clearance and incur extra charges for Customer, strongly
advise not to include with household goods
- If alcohol is included in shipment, taxes are applicable and separate inventory required
Wedding gifts and inherited articles
PROHIBITED ITEMS
Narcotics and drugs
Wireless telephones
Switchblades
Skins and ivory from animals on the Endangered Species List
Live plants
MOTOR VEHICLES
CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
Customers who qualify for duty-free import of household goods MAY also qualify for
duty-free import of a vehicle
IF OWNED AND USED ABROAD FOR MORE THAN ONE YEAR AND NOT TO BE SOLD FOR AT LEAST ONE YEAR
AFTER IMPORTATION
One vehicle per person is allowed to be imported
ALL Customers must contact Customs regarding new regulations in effect for catalytic
converters
Any environmental fee will be for Customer's account
Documents required:
- Certificate of Registration
- Purchase invoice identifying price, date and place of purchase
- Customs form (separate from household goods)
- Insurance documents from country of origin
- "Interims insurance" issued by Swedish insurance company
PETS
Permission from the Department of Agriculture, health examination by veterinarian and
Import Permit issued by the National Board of Agriculture is required
Four months quarantine for cats and dogs
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, 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.