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LITHUANIA           

The below information is a brief summary of customs regulations when you plan your international shipping to Lithuania, Always double check with your local embassy or consulate to make sure you have all the information you need before you make your move. Contact the nearest Lithuania Embassy.

When you plan your international shipping to Lithuania, the following documents are required for customs clearance:

  • Way Bill
  • Packing List
  • Copy of the passport and valid visa
  • Power of attorney document
  • Performa Invoice
  • CMR

When shipping goods overseas to Lithuania, the following items customs guidelines will need to be met:

  • The consignee should be present at the destination and should have a valid visa.
  • The consignee should be employed with a registered company.
  • Temporary import of HHG and personal effects in Kazakhstan is duty and taxes free. This is valid for one year and can be renewed every year until the time the expatriate has finished his stay and is ready to re-export the shipment.
  • Permanent import of HHG and personal effects is subject to customs duties and taxes. Additionally, a V.A.T. of 20% is charged on the import.
  • Only a limited amount of foodstuff, new items, and electronics are allowed duty free.

When shipping goods overseas to Lithuania, the following items are prohibited, but not limited to,  from entry into the country:

  • Firearms
  • Ammunition
  • Drugs
  • Pornographic material
  • Live animals

When shipping goods overseas to Lithuania, The following items are dutiable and/or restricted:

  • Vodka and other alcoholic drinks – 1 Liter (l)
  • Wine – 3 l
  • Beer – 5 l
  • Tobacco – 200 cigarettes or 250g of tobacco
  • Sugar – 1 kg
  • Chocolate – 3kg
  • Coffee – 2 kg
  • Jewelry – 50 kg
  • Petrol – 20 l
  • Car – 1 car

When shipping Motor Vehicles overseas to Lithuania, the following documents and regulations will apply:

  • It is very difficult for a foreigner to import a car into Lithuania. Companies can sometime import cars, though.

If you are moving your household, commercial goods or motor vehicles to Vilnius, Kaunas or to another other city, please give us a call to go over any questions on documentation.

The regulations are subject to change without notice. Our company is not liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance.