Italy is one of the busiest commercial centers of Europe with high international trade potential. Rome and Naples are the international sea ports of Italy which are capable of handling huge amounts of cargo loads. The cargo can either be commercial or non commercial in nature. If you are shipping to Italy from USA, it is very necessary that you take into consideration certain points clear and straight. Giving concentration to these points will help you to transfer commercial cargo and household goods to Italy and that too in less of time. When transferring household goods to Italy, it is very necessary to have a legible fiscal number, i.e. Codice Fiscale, similar to the American social security number. You will also require valid consular declaration from the Italian Consulate, which will legitimate your stay in Italy. The consular declaration will also validate the repatriation date, the Italian nationality and also you name and names of family members.

While shipping to Italy from USA, it is also significant that you are clear about the dutiable goods and restricted items as this will prevent the last minute hurdles. Specific items like the new furniture, new household good items, wedding trousseaux, souvenirs, and articles made from precious metals are subject to high customs duties. Moreover you will also require import permit for customs clearance, or else the items will not be cleared by customs officials. Furthermore, antiques, pictures, works of art, carpets etc. will need to be examined by Fine Arts authorities and for which extra cost has to be paid by you.

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