Gift Icon Get a 20% discount from our partners! Discount code will get added automatically when you submit the form.
How much does shipping your Household cost?
Free Instant Online Calculator based on quotes from Trusted House Moving Companies
Customer Images
7790 people shipped using A-1 Auto Transport last week

Joe brought me peace of mind. I can’t thank you enough for being so reliable and trustworthy

No risk, no contracts. Just calculate your quote first and choose your contractor later.

Joe brought me peace of mind. I can’t thank you enough for being so reliable and trustworthy

Car
190+
Countries
served
Car
2M+
Delivered
services
Customers
97%
of customers
recommend us

Moving Companies To the Netherlands from Another EU-Member Country

What's in this article?
  1. Will I Be Charged Customs Duty to Move my Household Goods to the Netherlands?
  2. How Do I Import a Vehicle to the Netherlands?
  3. Is it Expensive to Move to the Netherlands?
International Shipping Service

If you have to move from one country to another, moving among EU countries is about as easy as it gets. That’s the beauty of the European Union. It has bound together many of the countries throughout Europe, creating a common currency and regulatory environment. That means, if you want to move from, say, France to the Netherlands, the customs process is going to be much faster and easier, with less paperwork.

Don’t get the wrong idea, there are still requirements to meet, documents to prepare and shipping logistics to arrange. This guide is intended to give you the basics of what you need to know to move to the Netherlands.

Will I Be Charged Customs Duty to Move my Household Goods to the Netherlands?

No, the Netherlands does not charge duty or taxes on imports of personal items from other countries in the European Economic Area. The European Economic Area refers to the countries of the EU, Iceland, Norway, and Liechtenstein. Citizens have freedom of both movement and residence among these countries, without the need for a visa or residence permit.

However, if you plan to stay in Netherlands for longer than four months, you will need to register with your local municipal personal records database at your town hall. You will then be given your Citizen Service Number, which may be asked of you should you need medical care or government assistance.

International Removal Quotes Netherlands

How Do I Import a Vehicle to the Netherlands?

You can drive your car to the Netherlands or ship it. While you don’t have to pay customs duty, you will need to pay car-related taxes in the Netherlands once you have moved. Residents of the Netherlands are required to have a Dutch driver’s license, regardless of your country of origin.

Getting on the road in the Netherlands can be a hassle. Working with a shipping company that specializes in importing cars to the Netherlands will ensure that you meet all the requirements to get on the road legally.

Why is this necessary? For one thing, driving a car in the Netherlands without appropriate registration and insurance is illegal. Also, all vehicles in the Netherlands are required to have special fog lights installed on the rear of the vehicle. As most vehicles manufactured outside of the Netherlands do not have these installed already, you will need to arrange for this modification to be made to your vehicle. You can then arrange for an inspection to ensure compliance with all technical and safety requirements.

Is it Expensive to Move to the Netherlands?

It doesn’t have to be expensive to move to the Netherlands. You will have numerous options for transporting your personal belongings, including air, ground, and sea freight. You can even drive there yourself. The best option is to work with a shipping company like A1 Auto Transport that specializes in finding the fastest way to move at the best price.

Moving is a bit like buying a mattress. It’s worth your while to invest in the best possible experience. At A1 Auto Transport, our team has deep expertise in international shipping. Contact us today for your free, no-obligation shipping quote.

Door To Door International Moving Netherlands
Share this content on social media
for a chance to get up to 15% off your next shipment.
Copy link

Joe Webster always knew the auto transport industry would be a great career option. And with decades of experience, Joe is now an established consultant for A1 Auto Transport.

Joe was born in Santa Cruz, California. During high school, Joe worked as a mechanic; a job continued to work part-time during his bachelor's degree.

Email Me


Testimonial
Mylene Rutllant
It’s my number one pick in auto shipping to this day.
★★★★★

...my choice in terms of auto transport has to be A1 Auto Transport. It’s in the name, but also in the quality with which they do their jobs. I’ve never had a problem with this company.

Testimonial
Luis Rodriguez
You have my full support and recommendation!
★★★★★

A1 Auto Transport... From the get go, they were very different from my past options. Their website was very professional and up to date, full of useful information. I requested a quote using their online form, and I got an email response within an hour. Surprisingly fast!

Testimonial by Cristine Benoit
Cristine Benoit
I can safely say this is a legit company that will get the job done.
★★★★★

There are a lot of options for auto transport these days, which surprisingly makes it harder to find a good company. I received more than 10 offers to ship my car, but I couldn’t decide on any of them... Fortunately, I made the right choice with A1 Auto Transport.

Testimonial
David Osallo
We give A1 Auto Transport a big 10 out of 10!
★★★★★

We give A1 Auto Transport a big 10 out of 10! We chose them to move our car from California to Vermont, since we needed professionals.

Visit our social, and see what our clients are saying about us

Ship Your Vehicle With A-1 Auto Today
Get an instant free Quote Now

Or Call Us Today and Speak Directly to Our Sales Team:

Our Partners:

Better Business Bureau Accredited
FMCSA Member
INC. 500 Member
VeriSign Secured
AMSA Member

A-1 Auto Transport is a disclosed agent for the following shipping companies:

Trans Global Auto Logistics, Inc.
3401 E Randol Mill Rd
Arlington, TX 76011
NO. 018191NF
CFR Rinkens
15501 Texaco Avenue
Paramount, CA 90723
NO. 013055NF
ABC Worldwide LLC
2840 NW 2nd Ave #105
Boca Raton, FL 33431
NO. 025472F
CSI Logistics
435 Division Street
Elizabeth, NJ 07201
FMC 22206
Intl Cargo
45 Campus Drive
Edison, NJ 08837
NO. 17858N
ShipYourCarNow LLC
1160 South Rogers Circle Suite 1
Boca Raton, FL 33487
NO. 025646
Merco Air & Ocean Cargo, Inc.
6 Fir Way
Cooper City, FL 33026
NO. 021869F
Copyright © 1988-2023, A-1 Auto Transport - All Rights Reserved.