Customs Information

Spain - Returning & Foreign Citizen

CUSTOMS REGULATIONS Spain

  • Household goods are duty free if meeting the following conditions:
    • Goods are owned and used by the owner of the goods for a minimum of 6 months
    • The shipment is imported into Spain within 12 months after owner of the goods arrival
    • The owner of the goods must have lived abroad for a minimum of 1 year

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

  • Original “Alte de Padron” (Registration form from local Town Hall)
  • Inventory/Packing List
  • Original of DNI (for Spaniards) or NIE (residence permit)
  • Baja Consular (Confirmation from Spanish Consulate at origin stating that the individual has been living overseas for more than 12 months)
  • Photocopy of Passport
  • Spanish resident card
  • Power of Attorney (provided by Destination Agent)
  • Signed “Solicitud de Franquicia” (Duty Free Import Form provided by Destination Agent)
  • Application form for duty-free importation

MOTOR VEHICLES

  • Original Title
  • Valid Registration documents from origin
  • Copy of purchase invoice
  • Chassis and license plate numbers
  • The vehicle must have been owned by the customer for more than 6-months prior to cancellation of residence.

PETS

  • Dogs, cats, birds, etc. allowed with Health and Vaccination Certificate from a licensed veterinarian – validated by the Consulate at origin.
  • Additional restrictions may apply dependent upon the origin country.
  • Pets must be identifiable through microchip or a tattoo.
  • Muzzles are required for dogs in some areas of Spain; check with agent for specific locations.
  • Pets subject to examination by a Customs veterinarian.

DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS

  • Guns, Ammunition, and Antiques need a special permit.
  • Large quantities of alcohol
  • Brand New Items
  • Antiques (permit is required)
  • Fur coats may undergo Customs examination.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

  • Alcohol and Tabacco - These are not permitted, even under duty.
  • Drugs and narcotics
  • Pornographic material
  • Perishable foodstuff
  • Pictures, sculptures, Persian carpets and other art items
  • Protected species and products made from them per the Washington Convention  (CITES), such as ivory, tortoise shells, coral, reptile skins, etc.