Augsburg, Germany
Customs clearance in Augsburg
Import and export clearance for shipments to and from Augsburg. Customs clearance in Germany is handled by our own in-house customs team.
Industries in Augsburg and how we support them
Augsburg has a strong base in aerospace structures, robotics and mechanical engineering. Premium Aerotec produces aircraft fuselage sections and components, KUKA builds industrial robots, and engine and gearbox manufacturers such as Renk are based in the city. Shipments include large aerostructure components, robot systems, spare parts and machine assemblies. Ziem Logistics supports these supply chains with air freight under our own air waybills via MUC or FRA, including freighter options for large pieces, Next Flight Out and On-Board Courier for spare parts, sea freight for machinery, and export clearance by our own customs team, including export control checks.
Operational logistics facts for Augsburg
| Hub | Specialisation | Local advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Munich Airport (MUC) | Long-haul belly cargo | Nearest major air gateway for Augsburg |
| Frankfurt Airport (FRA) | Freighter capacity for large aerostructures and machinery | Main-deck options for oversized pieces |
| Aerospace and robotics cluster | Aerostructures, robots and spare parts | NFO and OBC for urgent service parts |
Airports, seaports and connections in Augsburg
- AirportMunich
MUC - SeaportSea freight via Hamburg or Bremerhaven
Augsburg has no airport with scheduled international cargo flights. Air freight from Augsburg is routed via Munich (MUC), reached via the A8, with long-haul belly capacity, or via Frankfurt (FRA) for main-deck freighters and oversized pieces. Sea freight moves via Hamburg or Bremerhaven, with rail connections into Bavarian Swabia. Large aerostructure components and complete robot cells often exceed passenger-aircraft dimensions, which is why freighter routings via Frankfurt play a bigger role for Augsburg than for many other Bavarian cities.
The A8 between Stuttgart and Munich runs north of Augsburg and is the city's main road link; the B17 connects the industrial areas in the south. Augsburg has a rail freight terminal and is connected to the North Sea ports and southern European corridors by rail.
In-house customs team
Import and export entries for Germany are prepared and filed by our in-house customs team. The same team checks the documents before the goods leave origin, so most open points are settled before the goods arrive.
Customs clearance in Germany
In-house customs team
Customs clearance in Germany is handled by our own in-house customs team.
For air freight to and from Germany we issue our own air waybills.
Importers in Germany need an EORI number issued by German Customs.
Documents we check before shipping
Commercial invoice, packing list, the transport document and, where needed, certificates of origin, licences or permits. We check that descriptions, values and HS codes are consistent across all documents before the goods move.
Frequently asked questions
Do aerospace parts from Augsburg need export licences?
Many aerospace components are listed under dual-use or military export control rules. Our own customs team checks classification and licence requirements, including any BAFA licence, before filing the export declaration in ATLAS.
How are robot systems exported from Augsburg declared?
Robot systems are declared with their tariff classification, value and origin. Depending on the specification and destination, export control checks apply. We prepare the export declaration and the documents the consignee needs for import.
Can returned parts be re-imported to Augsburg without paying duty again?
Goods exported and re-imported unchanged can qualify for returned goods relief if the original export is documented. Repaired goods may use outward processing. We check the conditions and prepare the declaration.