Especially for people working within the EU, let us now have a look at the same example from the other way around. What if you are the recipient of this type of goods?
Generally speaking, handling of Customs goods that are directly delivered to your desk is straightforward: unless you are part of the authorized incoming goods department or an authorized consignee, you are not allowed to accept such goods. This regulation applies not only to goods that are sent to you as a member of Siemens, but also to goods that are sent to the company address to you as a private person. No matter why it was sent to you, only authorized consignees may accept shipments and goods from third countries.
But what can you do if an exceptional case arises and someone actually delivers customs goods from third countries directly to you? How can you avoid violating the Siemens internal regulations and possible investigations by the Customs authorities?