When it comes to importing or exporting, from or to Italy, we are your best option.
One of Europe’s most strategically placed and hectic locations.
As a structural part of our operation, we have a presence in more than 180 countries globally and Italy is one of our specialty trade lanes.
We have extensive experience in international shipments in all ports and airports, carrying out transportation from origin to destination.
- Its capital is Rome.
- The most important cities besides the capital are: Naples, Venice, Milan, Florence, Turin, Palermo and Verona.
- The population is 59.25 million people.
- The official language is Italian.
- The official currency is the Euro (EUR).
- Documentation
When importing or exporting, from or to Spain, certain aspects must be considered.
It is important to have the necessary documentation to be able to enter / exit merchandise.
Here we share the list of documents that will be requested, with which we will gladly help you:
- Commercial invoice of the goods.
- Certificate of origin.
- Marking of the country of origin.
- Trademark and industrial property registration.
- Detailed packing list (content and type of goods).
- Transport documents according to route: Bill of lading (Maritime) / Airway bill (Air) / Carta Porte (Land).
- Insurance policy.
- INTRASTAT document, statistical report on the entry and exit of goods between the countries of the European Union.
- Letter of instructions for Customs Agent.
- Unique customs declaration (DUA) made by the customs agent.
To avoid reprocessing, the packing list should be as detailed as possible. It is important to avoid the use of general descriptions such as “other” or “miscellaneous”, as they can lead to re-inspections by the authorities and unnecessary withholdings.
- Restrictions
- There are limiting guidelines for merchandise that can enter the European Economic Area and therefore Italy freely.
- Special authorization and import permits are required, such as the CE marking of the European Commission, for products such as: Agriculture, processed food, pharmaceuticals, health products, electronic devices, machinery, cosmetics and antiques, defense material, dangerous chemicals among others.
- Within the category of prohibited objects, are used goods, since a commercial invoice is required, among them: Personal Vehicles, clothing, accessories, tires, machinery; used, as well as any substance, waste or toxic residue, cultural property, specimens of flora and fauna in danger of extinction and war material (weapons, ammunition and similar material).
- Customs duties and fees are generally based on the full value of the cargo. That is why you must present complete and detailed documentation so that the value is estimated with the greatest efficiency.
- In SCL we will make sure you have everything to facilitate customs clearance, since we have certified agents so you can relax.
ROUTES
ITALIA
Do you have cargo to transport to or from Italy?
We have extensive experience in international shipments at all ports and airports, providing transportation from origin to final destination.
LOADED VOLUME MOVED
In 2023, Italy transported around 600 million tons of cargo
Economy
In 2023, Italy’s GDP was approximately 2.2 trillion dollars
Market Size
Italy has a population of 59 million people
Key Business Partners
Unión Europea (Alemania, Francia, España), Estados Unidos, China, Suiza y Reino Unido.
Key Points of Logistics
PORTS
Port of Genoa, Port of Trieste, Port of Naples.
AIRPORTS
Rome Fiumicino (FCO), Milan Malpensa (MXP), Milan Linate (LIN), Venice Marco Polo (VCE).
DOCUMENTS
Avoid Reprocessing!
We can help you get your documentation in order
- Commercial invoice for the merchandise.
- Exporter Registry by Sector (In the case of alcoholic beverages, energy drinks, cigarettes, iron ores, among others).
- Certificate of Origin
- Detailed packing list (contents and type of goods).
- Transport documents by mode: Bill of Lading (Maritime) / Airway Bill (Aerial) / Cargo Receipt (Land).
- Insurance policy
- Documents of non-tariff regulations in both Mexico and the destination country.
- Marked Country of Origin.
- Documents of non-tariff regulations both in Mexico and in the destination country.
- Instructions for Customs Agent.
- Customs documents (prepared by Customs Broker for the clearance of goods).
We are here to help everything flow smoothly
So consider these restrictions if Italy is a market you want to start working in.
Special authorization and import permits are required for products such as: Agriculture, processed food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and antiques.
Prohibited items include used goods, as a commercial invoice is required, among them: vehicles, clothing, accessories, tires, machinery; used, as well as any toxic substance, waste, or residue.
Customs duties and fees are based on the total value of the cargo. Therefore, complete and detailed documentation is necessary for an efficient value estimation.
