International Parcel Package delivery Ireland

Parcel delivery to Ireland

As a member of the EU, Ireland 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.

Customs for parcel shipping to Ireland

Parcels which enter Ireland 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 Ireland

The importation of the following items into Ireland is absolutely prohibited: produce from Eygpt, products made in Iran, chewing tobacco or snuff, C2 seed (second generation cereals), seal pup skins, obscene prints, child pornography, weapons, copyright infringements and false trademarks, counterfeit or imitation coins, collectible coins, imitation food, tea that is not fit for human consumption, and products that contain biocide dimethylfumarate. Restricted commodities may include alcohol, hazardous materials, jewelry, used personal effects, plastic cutlery, plants and seeds, or tobacco.

Parcel documents delivering to Ireland

All international parcels entering Ireland 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.