Freight forwarding & customs in Estonia
Estonia is one of the most digital economies in Europe and the EU's gateway towards Finland and the northern Baltic Sea. Goods released in Estonia circulate freely across the EU.
- HubTallinn
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- AirportsTLL

- Customs clearance
- In-house, by our own customs team
- Air waybills
- Air freight via our network
- Framework & systems
- EU Union Customs Code
- Hub
- Tallinn
- Air gateways
- Tallinn
- Seaports
- Tallinn (Muuga Harbour)
- Customs clearance
- In-house, by our own customs team
- Air waybills
- Air freight via our airline network
- Customs authority
- Estonian Tax and Customs Board (EMTA)
- Importer requirements
- an EORI number issued by the Estonian Tax and Customs Board
- Transport modes
- Air, sea, road, NFO, on-board courier
Every mode to and from Estonia
Whether your cargo needs to arrive next week or tonight, we plan the transport and the customs clearance as one shipment, from one desk.
Air freight Estonia
Air freight via Tallinn through our airline network, export and import.
More →Sea freight Estonia
FCL and LCL via Tallinn (Muuga Harbour), with customs at origin and destination.
More →Next Flight Out
Urgent cargo on the first available flight into or out of Tallinn (TLL), with customs pre-lodged.
More →On-Board Courier
A courier hand-carries critical parts door to door to Tallinn and every other city in Estonia.
More →Road & distribution
Road freight across the Baltic states and via ferry to Finland and Sweden.
More →Customs clearance
In-house, by our own customs team. Estonian Tax and Customs Board (EMTA).
More →How customs clearance works with us in Estonia
Ziem Logistics clears customs in Estonia in-house. Our own customs team prepares and files every declaration, without sub-agents or outside brokers.
- Import clearanceEU import declarations, duty and import VAT, and release in Tallinn.
- Export declarationsExport filings and exit confirmation for goods leaving the EU.
- Sanctions & export controlsScreening of parties and goods for shipments to and from the region.
- E-commerce shipmentsClearance of B2B and B2C consignments under EU rules.
- Air freightAir freight to and from Tallinn via our network.
Shipping to Estonia: what to know
The Estonian Tax and Customs Board handles customs and tax together and processes declarations electronically. Clean, complete data is essential, and we prepare it before the goods arrive.
Together with Lithuania and Sweden, Estonia completes our in-house coverage of the Nordic and Baltic region.
Airports and seaports in Estonia
Air: We handle air cargo at the following airports. Other airports are available on request.
Sea: Tallinn (Muuga Harbour).
Main lanes to and from Estonia
Our most important connections from Estonia. When both ends of a lane are core markets, we coordinate customs at origin and destination from one shipment file.
Related services and pages
Shipping to Estonia: FAQ
Can't find your answer? Email ops@ziem-logistics.com or call +49 40 57290280.
Does Ziem Logistics clear customs in
Yes. Customs clearance in Estonia is handled in-house by our own customs team.
Which airports in Estonia do you serve?
We handle air cargo at Tallinn. Other airports are available on request.
Which seaports do you use for
For sea freight to and from Estonia we mainly use Tallinn (Muuga Harbour), with FCL and LCL services.
What do importers in Estonia need?
Importers in Estonia generally need an EORI number issued by the Estonian Tax and Customs Board. We check registrations, classification and permits before the shipment leaves origin.
Do you issue your own air waybills for
Air freight to and from Estonia runs through our airline network. Contact us for routings and transit times.
Can you send an urgent shipment to Estonia today?
For time-critical cargo we book Next Flight Out on the first available flight or send an on-board courier who hand-carries the goods to Tallinn or any other destination in Estonia. Customs is prepared before arrival.
How do I get a quote for
Use the quote form on this page, email ops@ziem-logistics.com or call +49 40 57290280. We usually reply within one business day.
Tell us about your shipment
Send us the lane, the goods and the timeline. We reply within one business day. For urgent cargo, call us directly.