Customs Documents & T1 Forms for International Moves

Customs Documents & T1 Forms for International Moves

Worldwide Relocation Support by Expat Moving Company

Need Customs Documents for Moving to the EU? We’ve Got You Covered.

At Expat Moving Company, we don’t just move boxes. We make sure your entire international relocation/transport goes smoothly – from door to door, and through customs.

Whether you’re moving from Switzerland, the UK, India, Norway, Dubai, the USA, South Africa, China, or any other non-EU country, we handle everything from T1 transit documents to full customs clearance.

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What We Do

Expat Moving Company specializes in:

  • Creating and closing T1 transit documents
  • Full customs declarations and clearances
  • Transfer of Residence (TOR) support to avoid unnecessary duties
  • Import/export formalities for household goods
  • Bonded warehouse handling (if required)
  • Secure, fast-moving services by land, sea, or air

Our customs and logistics team ensures everything is processed correctly, whether you're relocating one person or an entire family.

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Countries We Work With

We assist with relocations from virtually anywhere in the world, including:

We handle personal household goods & commercial cargo.

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What We Specialize In

  • T1 transit document creation and closure

  • Import and export declarations

  • Transfer of Residence (TOR) procedures for private individuals

  • Customs clearance for commercial shipments

  • Support with bonded warehousing & controlled deliveries

  • Worldwide door-to-door transport and moving

While our main focus is on household goods and private relocations, we also manage selected commercial shipments when aligned with our logistics network.

What is a T1 Document?

A T1 transit document is required when goods — including personal belongings — enter the EU but are not yet customs cleared. The T1 allows transport across EU borders under customs supervision until final clearance.

We manage:

  • Opening the T1 at the entry port

  • Tracking and closing the T1 at destination customs

  • All associated declarations and notifications

  • Coordination with your shipping or storage location

This ensures compliance and avoids delays, penalties, or seizures.

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For Private Individuals – Moving with Household Goods

If you're relocating to the Netherlands, UK, or elsewhere in Europe, we help you prepare:

  • All required customs documents

  • Optional TOR (Transfer of Residence) exemptions to avoid VAT/import duties

  • Full packing, loading, transport, and unloading services

  • Customs clearance at ports or airports

Popular routes:

  • London to Amsterdam

  • Dubai to Rotterdam

  • Zurich to The Hague

  • New York to Utrecht

  • Mumbai to Eindhoven

We make it simple and legal, every step of the way.

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For Businesses – Commercial Cargo Support

we also assist with:

  • Office relocations
  • Shipping of furniture or business-related items
  • Exhibits, event materials, or sample shipments
  • Logistics support for SMEs and startups

Let us know the nature and volume of your shipment, and we’ll advise on what’s possible.

 

We Move More Than Just Boxes

In addition to customs documentation and household goods, we also help with:

  • Relocating small offices or creative studios
  • Shipping IT equipment for remote workers
  • Transporting excess baggage or luggage after international assignments
  • Special shipments like pianos, paintings, or sculptures
  • Commercial project cargo for exhibitions, trade shows, or pop-up shops

Whether you're a private individual or a small business owner — we adapt our service to your needs.

Worldwide Customs Support for International Moves to and from the EU

Whether you're moving from outside the European Union into the EU, or exporting goods from the Netherlands to a non-EU destination, our team at Expat Moving Company makes sure all customs paperwork is in order. With years of experience and a dedicated customs desk, we take care of the logistics so you don’t have to.

 

Full EU Import Support – T1, TOR, and Beyond

Most customers relocating from outside Europe ask:

  • Do I need to pay taxes when moving personal goods into the EU?

  • What documents are required when moving from the UK to the Netherlands post-Brexit?
  • How do I avoid delays at customs when shipping furniture from India?

We take care of all that. Here’s how:

✅ We apply for T1 documents so your goods can travel through EU borders legally
✅ We submit Transfer of Residence (TOR) documents where exemptions are available
✅ We assist with EORI numbers and other technical import requirements
✅ We arrange direct delivery or bonded warehouse handling if goods need inspection
✅ We clear goods through customs at ports like Rotterdam, Antwerp, or Amsterdam Schiphol Airport

Which Customs Documents Do You Actually Need?

Depending on where you're moving from, Expat Moving Company will guide you through the relevant documentation, which may include:

  • Document Purpose

  • T1 Transit Document for goods moving through EU without being cleared immediately

  • TOR Application (Transfer of Residence)To gain exemption from import duties and VAT for private household moves

  • Packing List & Inventory Required for customs inspection and clearance

  • Bill of Lading / Air Waybill Official shipping document

  • Passport & Residence Proof needed to prove relocation is personal

  • Commercial Invoice for business shipments or commercial cargo



 

Additional Customs Documents – XEA, EIA, EUR.1, Attestations & More

International relocation often involves more than a packing list and a T1 form. Depending on your specific route, country of origin, and type of goods, additional customs forms or certificates may be mandatory — especially when moving from outside the EU into Europe.

At Expat Moving Company, we help you prepare not only T1 documents and Transfer of Residence paperwork, but also other relevant customs documents such as XEA, EIA, EUR.1, and more.

What Is an XEA Document?

The XEA (Export Accompanying Document) is required when goods are being exported from the EU to a non-EU country. It proves that the export declaration has been lodged with customs and that the shipment is cleared to leave the EU.

We issue XEA documents for:

Relocations from the Netherlands to Switzerland, UK, USA, Norway, India, etc.

Personal household goods shipments and selected commercial exports

Customs-compliant moves involving bonded warehouses or controlled export procedures

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What Is a EUR.1 Certificate?

The EUR.1 movement certificate is used to prove the origin of goods from countries that have a trade agreement with the EU. It allows goods to qualify for reduced or zero import duties under trade treaties.

Although EUR.1 is mostly used for commercial cargo, it can be relevant in these scenarios:

  • When shipping valuable personal goods like electronics or equipment

  • When importing goods from Switzerland, South Africa, or Norway

  • When applying for duty relief under preferential origin schemes

Why This Matters for Your Relocation

Using the wrong or missing documents — especially with international shipments from countries like India, Dubai, UK, or Switzerland — can result in:

  • Fines or duties you could have avoided
  • Shipment delays at entry points
  • Denied customs clearance or penalties
  • Seizure or return of goods

We eliminate that risk with full document support, covering all customs scenarios.

Complete Overview of Common Customs Documents We Handle

  • T1 Transit Document required for goods entering EU without immediate customs clearance
  • Transfer of Residence (TOR)For tax-free import of personal goods when relocating from outside EU
  • XEA Document export proof document required when goods leave the EU
  • EIA Document dutch customs declaration for both import and export
  • EUR.1 Certificate trade agreement document for reduced import duties
  • No Sale Declaration confirms household goods are not for commercial use
  • Certificate of Origin proves where goods were made (used for commercial imports)
  • Sworn Inventory Declaration legalised itemised list required by customs in many non-EU countries
  • Apostilled Attestation for legalised proof of ownership or personal use

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