Country Shipping Guide
Shipping to Italy: Customs, Documents & Ports
Italy, a major manufacturing nation, relies on ports like Genoa, La Spezia, and Trieste for international trade.
- Country
- Italy
- Region
- Europe
- Currency
- EUR
- Major ports
- ITGOA, ITLSP
- Time zone
- Europe/Rome
Italy, a major manufacturing nation, relies on ports like Genoa, La Spezia, and Trieste for international trade. The country is known for fashion, machinery, automotive, and food exports. Northern Italy has strong industrial infrastructure connecting to Central European markets.
Customs in Italy
Italian customs (Agenzia delle Dogane) operates under EU rules. Import duties follow EU tariffs with 22% VAT. Made in Italy products have specific origin requirements. Food imports require health certificates and may face additional inspections.
Documents required for Italy
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Bill of Lading or Air Waybill
- Certificate of Origin
- EORI number
- DAU (Documento Amministrativo Unico)
Tips for shipping to Italy
- Genoa and La Spezia serve northern industrial regions
- Trieste offers connections to Austria and Eastern Europe
- August holidays significantly impact operations
- Food products face strict EU import controls
Popular routes to Italy
- shanghai-rotterdam
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Frequently asked questions
What documents do I need to ship to Italy?
Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading or Air Waybill, Certificate of Origin, EORI number, DAU (Documento Amministrativo Unico)
How does customs work in Italy?
Italian customs (Agenzia delle Dogane) operates under EU rules.