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Archiv für die Kategorie ‘Customs Law’
Product updates and classification in the goods nomenclature
It is common practice that companies update their existing products in order to adapt to changing market conditions. Although a product update normally does not change the main characteristics of a product, in some cases, the updated product will – under […]
Traveling with cash: What you should keep in mind visiting the European Union
Lately, there have been an increasing number of cases in which customs authorities carried out targeted cash controls on travelers. Therefore, a number of important rules must be considered when traveling across borders with 10,000 Euros or more. Cash declaration First, […]
Souvenirs must be reported to customs when exceeding certain value
Travelers flying to Germany have an allowance of EUR 430 that also applies to souvenirs. If this exemption is exceeded, draconian penalties may be assessed by German customs authorities. Customs offenses comparable to tax evasion Customs offenses are often comparable to […]
Honeymoon and wedding abroad: German Customs shows no mercy
Nowadays, people search for new partners without minding any borders. More frequently, cross-border relationships lead to multi-national marriages. As a result, more couples take the opportunity to celebrate their wedding abroad. Wedding presents are exempted from import sales tax and custums […]
Customs tariff: Details matter
Do entrepreneurs need to know the difference between patent leather and lambskin leather? Clear answer: yes, because when dealing with matters of customs law such as import and export, details such as the code number cannot be avoided. Product nomenclature and […]
When vacation dreams end in customs
For decades, traveling has been Germany’s favorite pastime. But is customs law also a favorite German hobby? Only a small amount of travelers is familiar with terms such as “Customs Code”. Issues relating to customs law are resolved by information brochures provided […]