How do you import household goods to France in 2026?

For imports from outside the EU customs territory, Service-Public guidance requires prior habitual residence outside the Union for at least one year, ownership of the goods for at least six months, import within twelve months after you settle in France, and a commitment not to sell or rent the goods for one year after entry. Alcohol, tobacco, and goods meant for sale sit outside the household relief. Vehicles follow extra registration paths; treat them as a parallel file beside register a vehicle.

Moves that stay inside the EU customs union usually do not face the same import-duty franchise paperwork for personal household effects already in free circulation. You still prepare a detailed packing list for the remover and insurer, and French delivery address evidence for the crew.

At the border or with your broker, present a dated signed inventory in two copies, proof of prior and new residence, and Cerfa 10070 for third-country personal-goods entry. Multi-shipment moves must list the full inventory on the first customs presentation.

Align shipping with immigration and address evidence. Brokers often ask for a lease or utility bill, residence visa or titre evidence from apply for residence, and identity pages that match the inventory names. Keep that pack beside the rest of paperwork after moving.

Pets are not sofa inventory: Bring pets. Art, weapons, plants, and medicines can need prior authorisations even when furniture qualifies for franchise.