Customs clearance for Kazakhstan
Our customs team manages the complete customs clearance for shipments to and from Kazakhstan. Trade zone: Derde land zonder akkoord. AEO-F certified, experienced with mining equipment, machinery, agri-technology, pharmaceuticals, automotive parts.
Customs Kazakhstan at a glance
Kazakhstan · Asia
- mining equipment
- machinery
- agri-technology
- pharmaceuticals
- automotive parts
When importing to or exporting from Kazakhstan certain customs aspects come into play. Aircargo.nl handles daily shipments to and from Kazakhstan, especially in product categories mining equipment, machinery, agri-technology, pharmaceuticals, automotive parts. Our AEO-F status (NL AEOF 0002440) ensures faster processing times and a lower chance of physical inspections.
On this page you’ll find the specific customs details for Kazakhstan: trade regime, origin documents, typical processing times, and which documents are needed for smooth clearance.
Customs details for Kazakhstan
No free trade agreement between the EU and Kazakhstan (only a PCA — Partnership and Cooperation Agreement, which does not provide tariff benefits). Standard MFN tariffs apply. Kazakhstan is a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) along with Russia, Belarus, Armenia, and Kyrgyzstan — imports via Kazakhstan can thus be rerouted to other EAEU countries. Sanctions against Russia may have indirect effects.
Typical documents for Kazakhstan
Commercial invoice in English and Russian recommended, packing list, Air Waybill, Certificate of Origin via Chamber of Commerce, possibly a Russian version of the customs declaration for EAEU transit.
We prepare these documents under our own authorization as an AEO-F customs broker. For Authorized Consignor shipments (ACR), export freight can depart immediately without delay at a customs office.
Key customs figures Kazakhstan
Customs by goods category for Kazakhstan
FAQ on customs clearance Kazakhstan
How do I arrange customs clearance for imports from Kazakhstan?
We handle the import declaration through DMS under our AEO-F authorization. With correct documentation, release usually occurs within a few hours. When possible, we arrange pre-arrival declarations so your shipment doesn’t sit idle unnecessarily.
And for exports from the Netherlands to Kazakhstan?
Under our ACR license (Authorized Consignor), export shipments can depart directly from our or your location. For preferential tariffs in Kazakhstan, we prepare the correct origin document: factuurverklaring.
Can I pay import duties in a consolidated manner?
Under our DPO license (Deferred Payment), you can settle import duties and VAT grouped — monthly instead of per shipment. This provides a direct cash flow advantage for regular import flows from Kazakhstan.
How long does customs clearance take between the Netherlands and Kazakhstan?
Typically 3-5 hours at Schiphol; 1-3 days on the Kazakhstan side. Our AEO-F status ensures priority handling and a lower rate of physical inspections.
What if I’m not established in the EU?
For clients located outside the EU, we act as indirect representative under our customs broker authorization. Learn more on our representation page.
Ready for customs clearance with Kazakhstan?
Request a quote for customs clearance between the Netherlands and Kazakhstan. We respond within 4 hours with a fixed price.