Moving To Germany From Canada

International Movers Canada To Germany

Germany is home to many things Canadians love, including beer and bratwurst. Moving to Germany will bring you closer to these things if you've decided to embrace the Oktoberfest life.

For many, international moves can be pretty overwhelming. There are a lot of details to keep track of. Even packing, the most mundane part of the process, will require extra steps. Importing your goods overseas will require you to create a detailed inventory, complete with serial numbers as applicable.

Before you pack, there are some things you should know. First, appliances manufactured in Canada will likely not be usable in Germany. German power outlets run at 220v, as opposed to North American appliances that run at 110v. Even the plugs are different.

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Here are some of the other things you need to know about moving to Germany:

Importing Household Goods to Germany

If you meet import requirements, you can import your household goods to Germany without duties and border taxes. To qualify, you must prove:

• That you have officially terminated your residence permit abroad (This proof could be in the form of a lease termination, documentation from the sale of your home, or a letter from your employer.)
• You are establishing your new residence in Germany (This proof could be a lease agreement, German police registration known as Einwohnermeldeamt, or a letter from your German employer.)
• You have lived outside Germany for at least a year (Proven by the lease as mentioned in the above agreement or proof of homeownership).

Not all goods qualify for this exemption. The goods you import must be items you have owned and used in your country of origin for at least a year before your move.

Car Shipping to Germany

For the most part, motor vehicle imports to Germany are subject to a 10% import duty and a 19% import VAT (value-added tax or EinfuhrumsatzsteuerI). However, if you are all in on Germany and can prove you are establishing your permanent residence in the country, you can import your vehicle free of duty and VAT. This is in line with the provisions of the German Vehicle Tax Act.

The requirements for this tax exemption are the same as for shipping household goods. You must show that you have given up your residence in your home country, are moving permanently to Germany, and have lived outside for at least a year.

Importing your vehicle to Germany may only be half the journey. Depending on where you are carrying from, you may need to have your truck mechanically converted to meet German vehicle standards in line with the German authorities' standards. At the very least, you will need to submit to an inspection to determine your vehicle’s roadworthiness and adherence to safety standards regarding headlights, emissions, brakes, and tires in order to avoid border customs office issues. Contact your local German motor vehicle registration office (or Kfz-Zulassungsstelle) to learn more.

In order to register your vehicle in Germany, you need to have the following documentation:

• Valid Passport or Other ID
• Proof of Vehicle Ownership (free of liens or encumbrances)
• Proof of Address in Germany
• Customs Clearance
• Export Permit
• Vehicle Registration from Country of Origin
• Insurance Card
• Proof of Roadworthiness and Emissions Testing (In this context, achieving a designation of roadworthiness may require significant mechanical modifications to your vehicle)
• Certification that the vehicle has not been registered in Germany previously (this comes from the German Federal Motor Vehicle Registry)

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International moving is not for the faint of heart. It’s more than just renting a truck. You will also have to complete a ton of paperwork and manage complex shipping logistics. At Three Movers, we customize international hauling plans for our clients to meet their international transfers. Whether you want to ship by air or sea, our shipping experts can help you. Contact us today to learn more and to receive your no-obligation shipping quote.