# Home — Kouvaris Customs Clearance > Customs brokerage in Keratsini since 1965. Vehicle and goods clearance at Piraeus and Attica customs offices: registration tax, duties, VAT and Vehicle Arrival Declarations. Source: https://kouvariscustoms.gr/en/ ## Services ### Passenger Vehicles Complete import procedures for passenger cars from EU and non-EU countries. - Registration Tax Calculation - CO2 & Emissions Checks - Certificates of Conformity (CoC) ### Commercial Vehicles Specialist customs clearance for commercial vehicle fleets of every category. - Trucks & Tractor Units - Trailers & Semi-trailers - Construction Equipment & Forklifts ### Motorcycles & Caravans Prompt release and customs clearance for motorcycles, quads and motorhomes. - Motorcycles of every engine size - Caravans & Motorhomes - Special Leisure Vehicles ### Classic Vehicles Special customs procedures for collectible and historic vehicles with favourable tariff arrangements. - Historic Vehicle Certification - Special Tariff Treatment - Safe Handling & Transport ### Special Categories & Exemptions Support with statutory exemptions for special categories and transfers of residence. - Taxis (Professional Exemption) - Disability (Full/Partial Exemption) - Families with Three or More Children - Transfer of Residence ### Sea Imports Handling FCL/LCL sea freight through the port of Piraeus. - Container FCL / LCL - Sea freight document checks - Collection and release procedures ### Road Imports Prompt customs clearance for international road freight to and from all European and neighbouring countries. - Road freight of every type - Transit (T1 / T2) - Border Customs Offices ### Non-EU Goods Complete handling of imports & exports outside the European Union (China, USA, UK, Turkey and more). - Tariff Classification - Certificate Checks - Duty & VAT Calculation ### Customs Formalities & EORI EORI registration and support with required customs formalities and accompanying documents. - EORI Registration & Activation - Required certificates and documents - Special Customs Procedures ### Customs Warehousing Storage of goods with duties and VAT suspended until release onto the market. - Type A Warehouses - VAT & Duty Suspension - Phased Cargo Release ## Customs procedures ### Tariff classification (TARIC) Each product is classified under a ten-digit TARIC code. The code determines the duty rate, VAT, trade policy measures and any import prohibitions or restrictions. Where classification is uncertain, Binding Tariff Information (BTI) can be requested from the customs authority. The decision binds authorities in all Member States and is valid for three years. - Code format: 10 digits - Database: TARIC — European Commission - Binding ruling: BTI - BTI validity: 3 years - Territorial scope: All Member States - Determines: Duty, VAT, restrictions ### Customs warehousing Under customs warehousing, non-Union goods are stored in approved premises under customs supervision, without duties or VAT being paid on entry. Charges become due only when goods are released for free circulation, and only for the quantity released each time. If re-exported, nothing is payable. - Legal basis: Union Customs Code - Duty payment: Upon release - Time limit: No deadline - Partial release: Permitted - Re-export: Duty-free - Required: Customs authorisation ### T1 / T2 transit Transit allows goods to move between two customs offices with duties and taxes suspended. T1 covers non-Union goods; T2 covers Union goods passing through a non-EU country. The movement is tracked electronically through NCTS and covered by a guarantee. The procedure ends when the goods are presented at the destination customs office within the set deadline. - Tracking system: NCTS - T1: Non-Union goods - T2: Union via non-EU country - Cover: Transit guarantee - Procedure ends: Presentation at destination - Reference number: MRN ### Release for free circulation Release for free circulation gives imported goods Union status. It requires payment of customs duties and VAT, and compliance with all trade policy measures. The declaration is submitted electronically through ICISnet and receives an MRN. Customs directs the shipment to documentary checks, physical inspection or immediate release. - Electronic system: ICISnet (AADE) - Declaration number: MRN - Customs value: CIF - Import VAT: 24% - Check routes: Documents, physical, direct - Outcome: Union goods status ## Frequently asked questions ### How much does it cost to clear a car from the EU? Registration tax is calculated using the vehicle’s taxable value, engine capacity, CO2 emissions and year of first registration. ### When must the Vehicle Arrival Declaration (DAO) be submitted? The Vehicle Arrival Declaration (DAO) is submitted immediately when the vehicle enters Greece. ### How long does customs clearance take for goods or vehicles? Clearance can take a few hours to a few days, depending on the checks required for each declaration. ### Which documents are needed to import goods? Usually a commercial invoice, bill of lading, delivery order and packing list are required. Further documents may be needed depending on the cargo. ### Are electric cars subject to registration tax? Fully electric passenger vehicles are exempt from registration tax. Hybrids are subject to reduced charges depending on their CO2 emissions. ### Does my vehicle’s purchase price matter? For an EU vehicle, the purchase price matters if VAT is due in Greece. It does not determine registration tax. ### What do you need to estimate my vehicle’s clearance costs? We need the vehicle’s registration certificate, mileage and Certificate of Conformity (CoC). ### How can I get a charge estimate for a vehicle or goods? Send the documents by email or message to +30 698 57 53 841. You will receive a written charge estimate and a list of required documents. ## 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)