🇩🇪 Import Customs & Duties: Deutschland
Quick Facts
Zollfreier Schwellenwert
$0
Zoll ab $0
MwSt / Steuer
19%
CIF value + duty. Reduced rate of 7% for books, food, and certain other goods.
Clearance Time
1-3 days
typical processing
Hinweis: EU customs union; EORI number may be required. From July 2026: €150 duty exemption removed, flat €3 duty on all low-value goods
Duty Rates by Category
| Category | Duty Rate | HS Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0-3.7% | HS 85 |
| Clothing | 12% | HS 61-62 |
| Footwear | 8-17% | HS 64 |
| Food products | 0-26% | HS 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0-4% | HS 84 |
| Cosmetics | 2.5-6.5% | HS 33 |
| Books | 0% | HS 49 |
| Toys | 0-4.7% | HS 95 |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on the HS code of your item.
Zollrechner
Customs Clearance Process
German customs (Zoll) follows EU Union Customs Code. Declarations via ATLAS electronic system. Since July 2021, all imports are subject to VAT via IOSS or at border. Duty exemption for goods under €150.
What to Actually Expect
German customs is efficient and well-organized. Electronic processing through ATLAS is fast. Deutsche Post/DHL parcels may require online customs declaration via the Zoll app. Expect 1-2 days for postal items, same-day for express shipments.
Erforderliche Dokumente
Handelsrechnung
Artikelbeschreibung, Menge, Wert, Absender- und Empfängerdaten
Packliste
Detaillierte Inhaltsauflistung
Zollerklärung (CN22/CN23)
Erforderlich für Postsendungen
Luftfrachtbrief (AWB)
Wird vom Spediteur erstellt
Ursprungszeugnis
Kann für reduzierte Zölle erforderlich sein
Export-/Importlizenz
Für eingeschränkte Waren
Import License Requirements
Import licenses required for agricultural products under EU quotas, textiles from certain countries, military goods, dual-use items, and certain chemicals. Most consumer goods enter under general authorization.
Certificate of Origin
Preferential certificates (EUR.1, EUR-MED, Form A) for FTA partners. Non-preferential certificates issued by IHK (Industrie- und Handelskammer). REX system for registered exporters.
Learn more →Verbotene & eingeschränkte Waren
Verboten
- xBetäubungsmittel und illegale Drogen
- xSprengstoff und brennbare Materialien
- xWaffen und Munition
- xGefälschte Waren
- xFalschgeld und gefälschte Dokumente
Eingeschränkt (Genehmigung erforderlich)
- !Medikamente
- !Lebensmittel und Getränke
- !Pflanzen und Samen
- !Elektronik (Lithiumbatterien)
- !Parfüm und Kosmetik
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Zoll- & Steuerschätzung
Geschätzte Einfuhrabgaben beim Versand nach Deutschland:
| Warenwert | Zoll | MwSt/Steuer | Gesamtkosten |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $2 | $10 | $12 |
| $100 | $4 | $20 | $24 |
| $200 | $8 | $40 | $48 |
| $500 | $21 | $99 | $120 |
| $1000 | $42 | $198 | $240 |
Nur Schätzungen. Tatsächliche Zölle hängen von der Produktkategorie ab.
Beliebte Routen nach Deutschland
Häufig gestellte Fragen
What is the duty-free threshold for Deutschland?
Deutschland has no duty-free threshold. All imported goods are subject to duties regardless of their value.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Deutschland?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Deutschland is 19%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. Reduced rate of 7% for books, food, and certain other goods.
How long does customs clearance take in Deutschland?
Typical customs clearance in Deutschland takes 1-3 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Deutschland?
To import into Deutschland, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Deutschland?
Deutschland prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.