Shipping to Germany from Turkey: Complete Guide
Ship from Turkey to Germany: LTL 120-160 EUR/m³ (7-10 days), dedicated van 950-1,100 EUR (5-7 days). A.TR certificate provides duty-free entry. Kolay Parsiyel delivers to all German cities.
Shipping to Germany
Germany is Turkey's largest European trade partner with over 200,000 annual road freight movements. The Customs Union ensures A.TR-certified industrial goods enter duty-free.
Prices and Times
| Service | South Germany | North Germany | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| LTL/m³ | 120-140 EUR | 140-160 EUR | 7-10 days |
| Van (8m³) | 950-1,100 EUR | 1,000-1,200 EUR | 5-7 days |
| Truck (25m³) | 2,500-3,500 EUR | 3,000-4,000 EUR | 4-6 days |
Customs
A.TR: 0% duty on industrial goods. German VAT (Mehrwertsteuer): 19% standard, 7% reduced. Personal goods exemption available for residence transfers.
German Pricing Zones
- South (Zone 1): Munich, Stuttgart, Nuremberg, Frankfurt. Closer to Turkey, lower rates.
- North (Zone 2): Hamburg, Berlin, Hanover, Bremen. More distant, 10-15% higher.
FAQ
Delivery time?
LTL 7-10 days, FTL 4-7 days. South Germany faster.
Duty on Germany shipments?
A.TR: 0%. VAT: 19%. Personal goods may be exempt.
Which cities?
All German cities: Munich, Stuttgart, Frankfurt, Cologne, Dusseldorf, Berlin, Hamburg, Hanover.
Online quote?
Available at kolayparsiyel.com with instant pricing.
References
- German Customs (Zoll)
- Turkey-EU Customs Union
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