Moving to Germany from Japan

International Movers Japan to Germany

Moving to Germany from Japan

In Japan, food takes many forms. You can find candy that looks like hot dogs or rice balls that look like pandas. In Germany, they also like to have fun with food. In fact, in Germany, beer is considered food.

The history of beer in Germany is fascinating. One of the country’s previous kings even outlawed coffee in the country for a time due to fears that the caffeinated beverage might overtake beer in popularity. The country is home to countless breweries, and it is said that if you wanted to taste one beer in Germany per day, it would take you over a decade to taste them all.

If you are moving overseas for the first time, there is a lot to learn. The purpose of this guide is to share some of what you need to know to make an overseas move to Germany. Read on to learn more.

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What Does it Cost?

When you move to Germany via sea transport, you can choose either a half-container or full-container. The half-container offers 20 feet of space, and the full-container gives you the whole 40 feet. While you will need to work with a shipper to get a comprehensive quote, container shipping rates are available online and serve as a helpful baseline. To move a full container from Japan to Germany, you can expect to pay under 250,000 yen. A half-container can be shipped for as little as 100,000 yen.

Importing Household Goods to Germany

Moving overseas can be costly and time-consuming. You will have to pay fees for transport, logistics, handling, storage, and much more. You will need to carefully choose which items to bring and which items to leave behind. All items that are packed for shipping must be carefully inventoried, with lists describing the contents of each individual box.

One of the first things people ask about when moving overseas is customs duty and taxes. Unwelcome surprises at the border can cost you thousands of dollars or force you to surrender items that are prohibited.

The good news is, if you are moving to Germany permanently, you can import your household goods free of custom and border taxes.

Three Movers is one of the top rated vehicle importation companies in the United States. We have years of experience importing vehicles into the country from all over the world. Our team of experts will work with you to ensure that your vehicle complies with Customs regulations and that it is cleared for entry into the country smoothly.

Our team will also work with you to ensure your motor vehicles imported are safely transported from our warehouse then to your chosen destination, whether that be a personal address or a garage. Once it has been delivered, we can provide temporary registration and plates so you can use your vehicle while completing the final importation paperwork. Our goal is to make the entire process as smooth and stress-free as possible for you.

If you want to import nonconforming vehicles into Germany, please contact us today for more information. We will be happy to answer any of your questions and help you get started on the process.

To qualify for tax and duty-free imports, you must provide documentation to demonstrate:

• Official termination for your residence in Greece (such as a lease termination or sale agreements for your previous home in Greece)
• Proof of new residence in Germany (a lease agreement, Einwohnermeldeamt [German police registration], or a letter from your German employer.)
• Proof of residency outside Germany for at least 12 months

As always, the laws governing immigrations and customs are subject to change. Reach out to your local German embassy for current guidance. There are some exceptions to the tax-free rules and items that are strictly prohibited from import altogether.

Importing a Vehicle to Germany

If you are moving to Germany permanently, your vehicle can be imported tax and duty-free. (Note: Your vehicle will be tax and duty-free as it pertains to customs only. Germany has other taxes associated with vehicle ownership that you will be required to pay.)

Even if your vehicle is new, modifications to your vehicle may still be required, particularly to your headlights, emissions, brakes, or tires. In addition to the mechanical requirements, your vehicle will be inspected for roadworthiness and adherence to German safety standards. At the end of the day, the German authorities aren’t going to let you on the Autobahn until they know your vehicle is safe. You can always contact the local Kfz-Zulassungsstelle (German motor vehicle registration office and the environmental protection agency) to learn more.

Once your vehicle has successfully passed through customs clearance management, you must register your vehicle in Germany. Vehicle registration in Germany requires:

• 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 Japan
• Insurance Card
• Proof of Roadworthiness and Emissions Testing
• Certification from the German Federal Motor Vehicle Registry attesting that the vehicle has never been registered in Germany

Three Movers

International moves can be tricky, but you don’t have to go it alone. Three Movers is an international moving company with the experience and connections you need for a seamless transfer. We can help with everything from packing to logistics to customs declarations. Contact us today to learn more and to receive your free, no-obligation international movers quote.

Moves From Japan to Germany: Our Top Routes

Three Movers can help you with your move from many different cities in Japan to numerous cities in Germany. These are some popular routes for people moving from Japan to Germany.

Japan to Berlin

Tokyo to Berlin
Yokohama to Berlin
Osaka to Berlin
Nagoya to Berlin
Sapporo to Berlin
Kobe to Berlin
Fukuoka to Berlin
Kyoto to Berlin
Kawasaki to Berlin
Saitama to Berlin
Hiroshima to Berlin
Sendai to Berlin
Kitakyushu to Berlin
Chiba to Berlin
Setagaya to Berlin
Sakai to Berlin
Niigata to Berlin
Hamamatsu to Berlin
Kumamoto to Berlin
Sagamihara to Berlin
Nerima to Berlin
Shizuoka to Berlin
Okayama to Berlin
Kagoshima to Berlin
Funabashi to Berlin

Japan to Munich

Tokyo to Munich
Yokohama to Munich
Osaka to Munich
Nagoya to Munich
Sapporo to Munich
Kobe to Munich
Fukuoka to Munich
Kyoto to Munich
Kawasaki to Munich
Saitama to Munich
Hiroshima to Munich
Sendai to Munich
Kitakyushu to Munich
Chiba to Munich
Setagaya to Munich
Sakai to Munich
Niigata to Munich
Hamamatsu to Munich
Kumamoto to Munich
Sagamihara to Munich
Nerima to Munich
Shizuoka to Munich
Okayama to Munich
Kagoshima to Munich
Funabashi to Munich

Japan to Hamburg

Tokyo to Hamburg
Yokohama to Hamburg
Osaka to Hamburg
Nagoya to Hamburg
Sapporo to Hamburg
Kobe to Hamburg
Fukuoka to Hamburg
Kyoto to Hamburg
Kawasaki to Hamburg
Saitama to Hamburg
Hiroshima to Hamburg
Sendai to Hamburg
Kitakyushu to Hamburg
Chiba to Hamburg
Setagaya to Hamburg
Sakai to Hamburg
Niigata to Hamburg
Hamamatsu to Hamburg
Kumamoto to Hamburg
Sagamihara to Hamburg
Nerima to Hamburg
Shizuoka to Hamburg
Okayama to Hamburg
Kagoshima to Hamburg
Funabashi to Hamburg

Japan to Frankfurt

Tokyo to Frankfurt
Yokohama to Frankfurt
Osaka to Frankfurt
Nagoya to Frankfurt
Sapporo to Frankfurt
Kobe to Frankfurt
Fukuoka to Frankfurt
Kyoto to Frankfurt
Kawasaki to Frankfurt
Saitama to Frankfurt
Hiroshima to Frankfurt
Sendai to Frankfurt
Kitakyushu to Frankfurt
Chiba to Frankfurt
Setagaya to Frankfurt
Sakai to Frankfurt
Niigata to Frankfurt
Hamamatsu to Frankfurt
Kumamoto to Frankfurt
Sagamihara to Frankfurt
Nerima to Frankfurt
Shizuoka to Frankfurt
Okayama to Frankfurt
Kagoshima to Frankfurt
Funabashi to Frankfurt

Japan to Cologne

Tokyo to Cologne
Yokohama to Cologne
Osaka to Cologne
Nagoya to Cologne
Sapporo to Cologne
Kobe to Cologne
Fukuoka to Cologne
Kyoto to Cologne
Kawasaki to Cologne
Saitama to Cologne
Hiroshima to Cologne
Sendai to Cologne
Kitakyushu to Cologne
Chiba to Cologne
Setagaya to Cologne
Sakai to Cologne
Niigata to Cologne
Hamamatsu to Cologne
Kumamoto to Cologne
Sagamihara to Cologne
Nerima to Cologne
Shizuoka to Cologne
Okayama to Cologne
Kagoshima to Cologne
Funabashi to Cologne

Japan to Stuttgart

Tokyo to Stuttgart
Yokohama to Stuttgart
Osaka to Stuttgart
Nagoya to Stuttgart
Sapporo to Stuttgart
Kobe to Stuttgart
Fukuoka to Stuttgart
Kyoto to Stuttgart
Kawasaki to Stuttgart
Saitama to Stuttgart
Hiroshima to Stuttgart
Sendai to Stuttgart
Kitakyushu to Stuttgart
Chiba to Stuttgart
Setagaya to Stuttgart
Sakai to Stuttgart
Niigata to Stuttgart
Hamamatsu to Stuttgart
Kumamoto to Stuttgart
Sagamihara to Stuttgart
Nerima to Stuttgart
Shizuoka to Stuttgart
Okayama to Stuttgart
Kagoshima to Stuttgart
Funabashi to Stuttgart