International Parcel Package delivery Malta

Parcel delivery to Malta

One of the most densely populated islands in the Mediterranean, Malta is a member of the EU. 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 Malta

The parcels are scanned at key points throughout the customs process. Items that require additional inspection are placed aside and the rest are forwarded to the national mail service for delivery. Customs has the right to remove any parcel from circulation to examine its contents. Parcels which enter Malta 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.

Security concerns when shipping parcels to Malta

Shipments of media are subject to censorship in Malta.

It is prohibited to import the following types of items into Malta: games of chance, military equipment, mephedrone (fertilizer), Swedish Snus, Somali Qat, bearer documents, gold, precious stones, and personal effects.

Hazardous materials cannot be imported into Malta and may include: acids, batteries, chemicals, corrosives, cosmetics, dangerous goods, flammables, gases, ice (dry,wet), infectious materials, oxidizers, paints, perfume, poisons, radioactives, or toiletries.

Parcel documents delivering to Malta

When shipping to Malta be sure to include a declaration of conformity, that designates the imports safe for use. A certificate of origin is not need for textiles but customs has the right to ask for one if they doubt the declaration. Certain products from certain countries may require an import license. Additional stipulations may apply for discs and software, drugs and medicine, machine parts, alcohol, tobacco, antiques, fine art, jewelry, and shoes. Shoes should be accompanied by a detailed item description to avoid be classified incorrectly.