International Parcel Package delivery Greece

Parcel delivery to Greece

As a member of the EU, Greece is subject to free trade between other member states. Most declarations in the EU are filed electronically. This expedites the formalized process of customs inspection significantly. Before the goods have arrived Customs has already started to review the manifest to determine each shipments contents. Items that require additional inspection are placed aside and the rest are forwarded to the national mail service for delivery.The parcels are scanned at key points throughout the process. Customs has the right to remove any parcel from circulation to examine its contents. A parcel has not legally entered Greece until it is cleared by Customs.

Customs for parcel shipping to Greece

Parcels which enter Greece are divided into three categories: those valued at less than 22-45 Euros, those valued at 45-150 Euros, and everything else. Commodities from the first group are not subject to taxes and duties. The second group is charged a tax. The last group is charged for duties and taxes. The rates for taxes and duties vary depending on the type of goods being shipped. Tobacco, alcohol, drugs, weapons, and strategic material are ineligible for tax exempt status, no matter what the value. Goods that enter from within the EU are charged less than those originating from outside nations.

Security concerns when shipping parcels to Greece

The importation of the following items into Greece is prohibited: produce from Egypt, Atlantic red tuna from Central America, US beef hormones, products made in Iran, products containing biocide dimethylfumarate, L-trytophane in any form, asbestos, toys that contain copper sulfate, thermometers with mercury, dangerous goods, rubber erasers that resemble food, and illicit narcotics. Restricted imports include: animal products, antiques, fine art, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, electronics, foodstuffs, honey, supplements and vitamins, leather, medical supplies, samples, shoes, textiles, tobacco, and toys.

Parcel documents delivering to Greece

All international parcels entering Greece are required to have a proper declaration that includes the intent of the parcel, the estimated value, and a list of the enclosed contents. Commercial shipments require several forms of documentation, including an invoice, a bill of lading and three copies of the certificate of origin. Other certificates may be necessary for animal and plant based goods, pharmeceuticals, textiles, software, marked samples, software, and antiques. Traders can apply for licenses at the Ministry of National Economy.