We are pleased to manage the full import clearance process for your horse from overseas. This includes veterinary certification, customs formalities, and complete logistics to transport your horse safely to its final destination.

To ensure a smooth import process for your horse into Europe, please indicate your required import arrangements:

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Temporary Importation:
If you plan to stay in Europe for no longer than one year, the following options are available:

  1. ATA Carnet – No customs bond is required upon arrival in the EU.

  2. Temporary import under a customs duty bond – This requires advance payment of the full customs and import duties, calculated based on the declared value of the horse and air transport charges. A written declaration with full horse details and addresses (origin and destination) is required. This arrangement is valid for up to one year. The paid bond may be refunded when the horse is exported with the correct re-export customs documentation within the one-year period.

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Re-Importation:
A formal agreement must be in place with the original exporter, and confirmed by the current recipient, ensuring that the horse will be returned to its original owner or property.

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Moving Goods:
In order to import your horse duty- and tax-free as “moving goods,” it must be formally documented that the horse is accompanying you as part of your relocation to a new permanent residence.

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Permanent Importation: Permanent importation into the EU is subject to VAT ranging from 16% to 21 % (depending on the EU import country) and duties of  11,5%. Import duties may be exempted for breeding mares or stallions registered in a recognized European studbook.