# Our History — Kouvaris Customs Clearance > Three generations of the Kouvaris family in customs brokerage, from 1965 to today. Who we are, how we work and who handles your file. Source: https://kouvariscustoms.gr/en/about/ Kouvaris Customs Clearance is a family customs clearance business spanning three generations. From Michalis Kouvaris to the newest generation, customs expertise has evolved while preserving the personal responsibility, transparency and consistency on which the business was founded. ## 1965 — From Ikaria to Piraeus. The beginning of a family journey in customs brokerage. Michalis Kouvaris was born in 1945 on Ikaria. In 1965, he began the family’s customs brokerage journey in Piraeus, laying the foundation for trusted relationships with traders and private clients. ## 1995 — Expertise becomes a family affair. Nikolaos Kouvaris continues the tradition with a personal approach. Born in 1974, Nikolaos Kouvaris continued the family’s journey with dedication, kindness and day-to-day client support. For him, every file is first a relationship built on responsibility, then a customs procedure. ## 2003 — Experience put into practice. Konstantinos Kouvaris grows up in customs brokerage. Born in 1977, Konstantinos Kouvaris learned the profession alongside his father, Michalis. He took over, combining thorough knowledge of customs procedures with professionalism, responsibility and clear updates at every stage. ## 2023 — Tradition meets technology. The younger Michalis Kouvaris brings a fresh perspective to the family’s expertise. Born in 2005, Michalis Kouvaris represents the family’s new generation. Respecting the experience of those before him, he brings modern tools, digital organisation and a fresh perspective on the needs of private clients and businesses. ## 2026 — Three generations. One shared signature. Our methods evolved. Personal responsibility stayed the same. Today, Kouvaris Customs Clearance supports private clients and businesses with vehicle and goods clearance. Years of experience combine with modern tracking, a clear picture of costs and personal handling from start to completion. ## The family ### Michalis Kouvaris — 1965 · THE BEGINNING Founder of the family business He laid the foundations of Kouvaris Customs Clearance and established an approach based on expertise, clear communication and personal responsibility towards every client. ### Nikolaos Kouvaris — 1995 · TRUST Personal support and continuity He continued the family tradition with a steady presence alongside clients. His contribution connects customs expertise with kindness, reliability and day-to-day support. ### Konstantinos Kouvaris — 2003 · THE HANDOVER Customs case management He grew up in customs brokerage and took over from his father. He brought thorough procedural knowledge, organised file management and clear updates at every stage. ### Michalis Kouvaris — 2023 · THE NEW GENERATION Digital organisation and progress He represents the youngest generation, connecting the family’s experience with modern tools and a fresh perspective. His role is to develop our methods while preserving the personal relationship. ## Contact Kouvaris Customs Clearance 24 Dimokratias Avenue, Keratsini 187 55 Telephone: +30 698 57 53 841 Email: info@ektelonismos.gr Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 18:00 Saturday: 10:00 – 14:00 Sunday: Closed Time zone: Europe/Athens Service languages: Greek, English - [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/ektelonismoi_kouvaris/?hl=el) - [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@ektelonismoi_kouvaris) - [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/ektelonismoikouvaris/) - [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com/@KOUVARISCUSTOMSCLEARANCE/shorts)