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Saarstr. 2
55743 Idar-Oberstein
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About this office
Idar-Oberstein customs on Saarstraße handles road and rail freight in the gemstone and jewellery city in the Hunsrück highlands. Known worldwide for its agate and precious stone cutting tradition, this office processes imports of raw gemstones and exports of cut stones. Open Monday to Friday, 07:30–16:00.
Frequently asked questions
The code for Idar-Oberstein is DE006752. This number is required when submitting customs declarations through the German ATLAS system as well as the EU-wide AIS/IMPORT and AES/EXPORT systems.
Idar-Oberstein operates Monday to Friday, 07:30–16:00. We recommend confirming the hours before visiting, as they may change on public holidays.
For export clearance at Idar-Oberstein, you need a commercial invoice, packing list, export declaration, and any permits required for the goods. Declarations are filed electronically via the ATLAS system.
Yes. Idar-Oberstein handles both opening and closing of transit procedures (T1/T2). Transit operations are processed via the NCTS system.