--- title: Moving from Reno to the Netherlands: Douane Rules url: https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/netherlands/ business: O'Brien's Moving & Storage address: 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 phone: 775-359-6683 (toll-free 1-800-253-7814) hours: Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm licenses: U.S. DOT No. 30611, MC-109375, Nevada CPCN 1070; interstate agent for Bekins Van Lines since 1955 type: Moving and storage company, family owned since 1941 --- - [Home](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/) - [International moving through partner carriers](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/) - Moving from Reno to Netherlands # Moving from Reno to the Netherlands Dutch customs lets you import moving goods without tax in many cases, but you must request the exemption, and you cannot file the declaration yourself. A moving or transport company submits it through the customs system after you hand in one signed inventory of everything coming. or call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) [4.3 on Google · 71 reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/) Family owned since 1941 [U.S. DOT No. 30611](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/about/licenses-and-authority/) The Netherlands runs its household-goods process through Douane Nederland, and the main page makes the division of work plain: you supply the documents, and the moving company files. O'Brien's Moving & Storage arranges overseas moves through Bekins and partner international carriers, which fits the Dutch structure, since a carrier network is how the declaration gets filed. The details below come from douane.nl. ## An exemption you request Douane.nl says that in general you may import your moving goods or personal belongings into the Netherlands without paying tax, but you must request an exemption for it. The goods are not exempt automatically. Exceptions include excise goods and goods under an import ban, and a car or motorcycle is generally part of the moving goods, though motor vehicle tax can apply. ## Who files the declaration The declaration cannot be made by you. A moving or transport company arranges it for you through the Douane declaration system, and it submits after receiving your documents. The company may start before every paper is in hand, but you must send the missing items as soon as possible. That is a reason to choose the shipping partner before the paperwork stage, and to give them a clean set of documents. ## Documents to hand over - A signed inventory list of all the personal goods you are bringing or having shipped. - Preferably, proof of registration with a Dutch municipality, which shows your settlement date. - If not yet registered: proof of deregistration from your country of departure and one proof of settling in the Netherlands, such as an employment contract, a work permit or a rental or purchase contract. - For study goods, proof of enrollment; for marriage goods, proof of marriage or the official steps to marry. ## Different routes on the same page Douane.nl has separate pages for students, for goods brought for a marriage abroad and for inherited goods. An inheritance needs a notary statement showing the origin, the date of death and the date you definitively obtained the goods. Pick the route that matches your reason for moving before the inventory is written. ## Writing the inventory with O'Brien's A signed inventory is the first document the Dutch process asks for. Before packing, O'Brien's prepares an itemized inventory and condition report, and the written estimate is itemized and in writing. Both come from a free in-home estimate that also includes 10 free heavy-duty boxes. Call 775-359-6683, or read [how overseas moves work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-overseas/). ### Sources (checked October 18, 2026) - [Douane Nederland, Verhuizing naar Nederland](https://www.douane.nl/onderwerpen/internationaal-spullen-verhuizen/van-buiten-de-eu/) - [Douane Nederland, Spullen verhuizen naar Nederland vanuit een niet-EU-land](https://www.douane.nl/onderwerpen/internationaal-spullen-verhuizen/verhuisgoederen-en-vrijstellingen/) ### Free in-home estimate - An O'Brien's estimator walks through your home - A written, itemized estimate - 10 free heavy-duty boxes, yours to keep [How our estimates work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/how-our-estimates-work/) ### Visit or call the office 2277 Glendale Ave, Sparks, NV 89431 [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683) | Monday to Friday | 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | | --- | --- | | Saturday and Sunday | Closed | [Get my free estimate](#estimate) ### Related - [International moving through partner carriers](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/) - [Moving overseas: how international household moves work](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/guides/moving-overseas/) - [FAQ: International moves](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/international/) - [Free in-home moving estimate (plus 10 free heavy-duty boxes)](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/free-estimate/) International moves ## Read next - [Moving from Reno to Ireland](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/ireland/) - [Moving from Reno to New Zealand](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/new-zealand/) - [Moving from Reno to India](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/india/) - [Moving from Reno to Canada](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/canada/) - [Moving from Reno to Mexico](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/mexico/) - [Moving from Reno to United Kingdom](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/united-kingdom/) - [Moving from Reno to Germany](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/germany/) - [Moving from Reno to Japan](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/international-moving/japan/) Answers ## Questions people ask Still have a question? Call [775-359-6683](tel:+17753596683), Mon-Fri 8-5, or see the [moving FAQ](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/faq/). ### Can I make the customs declaration myself in the Netherlands? Douane.nl says you cannot. A moving or transport company files it for you through the customs declaration system. ### What if I am not yet registered at a Dutch address? You can supply proof of deregistration from your country of departure plus one proof of settling in the Netherlands, such as an employment contract or lease. ### Does the exemption apply to wine and spirits? Douane.nl lists excise goods among the exceptions, so those items are treated separately. ## 4.3 stars from 71 Google reviews What customers say about O'Brien's [Read more reviews](https://obriensmoving-storage.com/reviews/)[See them on Google](https://maps.google.com/maps?cid=17335326057105140938) T Tommy B. August 21, 2026 Great local business. Very family oriented with highly knowledgeable staff with remarkable employees going the extra mile. If you need a moving service for any reason, go here. ### Owner's reply Thanks Tommy appreciate you giving us a review. R Robert B. June 22, 2026 The movers were very professional and took care of my stuff there were no worries and stress free amazing job. J Janet M. May 16, 2026 I was so impressed with the way the crew handled and packed each piece of furniture for short term storage. They were polite and professional. I would highly recommend them to anyone planning a move. ### Owner's reply Janet we are so glad to hear that your move was a great success and we sincerely appreciate you providing us with this wonderful review. We will continue to provide you with the best service as we move forward. ## Get your free, in-home moving estimate An estimator visits, walks through everything and gives you a written, itemized estimate. Rather talk? 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