A practical example of preferential origin for import Suppose your Dutch company imports felt bowler hats....
legal costs Parallel imports within the EEA Parallel import of most products made within the EEA is allowed....
Are you the importer or the importer’s authorised representative?...
Customs clearance fees In addition to import duties and import VAT, you pay customs clearance costs for imports from countries outside the EU....
Do you import products or services? Find out which import rules, costs, and procedures apply to your situation....
The bank then sends these documents to the importer's bank. The importer needs these documents to dispose of the goods....
You should also demonstrate the annual quantity of your imports into the EU (in Dutch). You can then apply for an import certificate to RVO....
Find import tariffs per country and product This article only lists the various rules and regulations concerning imports into the Netherlands....
Importing food Do you want to import food? Then pay attention to European food safety requirements....
These provide the importer with a discount or exemption from import duties....
If you want to import such products, you may need an import licence, import certificate, or another document....
Invoice declaration: if you have an invoice declaration, you as importer pay fewer or no import duties....
Imports from non-EU countries require additional records and conditions. See Importing products from a non-EU country....
The amount of import duty you have to pay depends on the type of product, and the country you are importing from....
If you import goods into the Netherlands, certain taxes and levies apply. You will have to pay import levies (importheffingen)....
For more information about import markets, consider reaching out to: KVK Centre for the Promotion of Imports from Developing Countries, CBI Foreign Chambers...
Calculating import costs Import costs differ per country and per product....
The ATA carnet contains a number of strips that the customs authorities put stamps on for export, import, re-export and re-import....
Importing live animals and animal products from outside the EU The following information applies to the import of: live animals and live products (semen...
A veterinary document is required for the import of live animals or animal products....
What does an importer do? An importer buys products from a foreign supplier. You may import for your own use....
Importing cultural objects Do you want to import cultural objects? Do these objects come from outside the European Union into the Netherlands?...
Does your company import or export products?...
declaration Usually, the importer declares the import of goods....
What does an importer do?...
Invoice declaration for imported goods Do you import goods into the Netherlands from non-EU countries? Then you have to pay import duties....
Authorisation for temporary import of goods Do you want to temporarily import goods from outside the EU?...
Import of plants with attached growing medium Specific requirements apply to the import of plants with attached growing medium, such as soil, peat, coco...
Then the importing party will receive an exemption from import duties....
Requirements for importers Are you importing devices from outside the European Union onto the European market?...
Parallel imports sometimes prohibited Are you importing products with a registered trademark without the permission of the trademark owner?...
Russia, or if you import products from Russia....
Legally harvested wood It is forbidden to import and sell illegally cut wood. Import and sales of products made of this wood are also forbidden....
You must also notify the fireworks you import or export to the Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate (ILT)....
Statement of Origin With an invoice declaration Statement of Origin you pay less import duty on goods you import from, for example, developing or less...
Do you import cosmetic products from outside the EU?...
Do you import goods from outside the EU? You may have to prove that these products are deforestation-free....
Do you produce, import, or sell (products containing) batteries or accumulators in the Netherlands?...
Disposable plastic (litter) Do you manufacture or import disposable plastic products?...
Centre for the Promotion of Imports from Developing Countries (CBI) The Centre for the Promotion of Imports from Developing Countries (CBI) offers information...
Easier and cheaper imports and exports The EU internal free traffic of goods and services means it is easier to import and export inside the EU....
Product liability on imported products If you import products from outside the EU, you are legally considered the producer....
If you import occasionally or very small quantities, you can file an annual report....
Do you import second-hand cars? The value of these cars will be independently assessed by the Netherlands Vehicle Authority (RDW)....
You need may need a licence to import, export, or transit sanctioned goods....
Importing your products Do you outsource your production outside of the EU and have the products imported into the Netherlands?...
Every dog you sell or import must have a European pet passport....
Conditions for reduction of import duty You can apply for a EUR.1 or EUR-MED certificate if the products are of preferential origin....
Based on your declaration, Customs will calculate the import or export duty....
Are you importing a vehicle from outside the EU?...
This applies not only to export, but also import from these countries....
Dealing with higher import tariffs Do you export goods to the USA? You may have to deal with higher import levies (import tariffs)....
The EUDR applies to all importers and traders who want to import, export, or produce products or raw materials within the EU for commercial purposes....
When products are imported from outside the EEA, the importer has to check if the right CE marking has been rightfully used....
With a EUR.1 or EUR-MED certificate, your foreign customer will pay less or no import duties....
Do you want to export or import waste, or transport it through an EU Member State?...
amount due in import levies from or into your own currency....
If you import dogs, cats, or ferrets, the animals must have a chip before entering the Netherlands....
Additional obligations when importing from non-EU countries Do you import products or services from countries outside the EU?...
Read more about the consequences for manufacturers and producers Consequences for importers and distributors If you import a medical device from outside...
Some non-EU countries require CVOs because of boycotts, import restrictions, and import quotas....
As a manufacturer or importer of packaging or packed products, you are responsible for managing the packaging until the waste phase....
Import and export You may not import and export substances banned by the Opium Act....
DTIF components DTIF consists of 3 components: Investments Imports Exports When do you qualify?...
those of the importer, if the product was imported warnings or (required) markings needed for safe use of the product....
Do you produce or import car tyres? You must keep to the rules for the collection and processing of used car tyres....
You submit the statement immediately upon completion of production or immediately upon import....
Make use of the services provided by the Centre for Improvement of Import from developing countries (CBI)....
Are you planning to trade, import, or export plants or plant products within the European Union (EU)?...
Do you manufacture or import cars?...
Ban on import of trade Some CITES species may not be imported into the EU at all....
When importing or exporting manure (in Dutch) you must make sure to also comply with the rules of the country you import from or export to....
Mandatory quality system for manufacturer, importer, distributor Are you a manufacturer, importer, or distributor?...
You are usually the one to declare VAT The service provider usually reverse-charges the VAT to you. You will then receive an invoice without VAT, stating...
This applies if you import, export, deliver, store, sell, or prepare medicines with active ingredients for human use....
The AWB number, the flight number, and the estimated time of arrival (ETA) are the most important data in air cargo....
Obligations for entrepreneurs: Do you make, import, or sell digital products? Then you need to provide security updates and report issues promptly....
Are you going to import or export products? Every product that enters or leaves the country has a unique code. This is called a commodity or HS code....
Customs brokers When you import goods from or export goods to non-EU countries, there are special rules to keep in mind....
A declaration to UK customs is now needed for all import shipments from the EU. This is called a Safety and Security declaration....
Do you publish or import books in the Netherlands? You must set a fixed price for (paper) books in Dutch and Frisian....
In general, they make trade easier and lower import duties and trade barriers....
Do you buy or import a passenger car? In 2025, you will pay more private vehicle and motorcycle tax (bpm)....
Manufacturers and importers must register Do you manufacture or import chemical substances into the European Union (EU)?...
Do you manufacture, import, or sell electronic devices?...
Other aspects to consider include competition, buyers and suppliers, trade restrictions, import duties, and more....
Make a list of important contacts It is important to record beforehand which people and organisations are important to inform if an incident occurs....
Do you import or buy a car, motorcycle, or van in the Netherlands?...
Import and export inspection Do you trade in flower bulbs? You must register with BKD....
Are you importing services from a non-EU country? Check which rules apply....
In this case an importer or distributor must also comply with the rules for importers or distributors....
Arrange the necessary import and export documents in time. Do you export products to the UK?...
What is the Approved Exporter permit? The Approved Exporter permit (vergunning Toegelaten Exporteur zelfafgifte preferentiële oorsprongsbewijzen, TE) allows...
Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC) For more information, view the product safety checklist for manufacturers and the product safety checklist for importers...
Statutory tasks The Dutch government has assigned four important tasks to RDW: Licensing: The licensing of vehicles and vehicle parts on the Dutch and...
Most products manufactured, imported, or traded in the EU, do not require a country of origin mark....
Do you also import products, for example? Then you must also comply with the obligations of importers for those products....
What risks exist in and around important IT systems? Can you reduce these risks?...
It states that the shipment meets the requirements of the importing country....