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Customs Guide: Duties, Taxes & Import Fees

Understand potential costs and regulations for international orders.


Key Concepts

  1. Customs Duties

    • What: Taxes levied by your country on imported goods.

    • Who Pays: Recipient (you) unless stated otherwise.

    • Calculation: Based on product type, value, and origin.

  2. VAT/GST/Sales Tax

    • What: Consumption tax applied to goods in your country.

    • Examples:

      • EU: 19-27% VAT

      • Australia: 10% GST

      • USA: Varies by state (0-10%)

  3. De Minimis Value

    • What: Threshold below which no duties/taxes are charged.

    • Examples:

      • USA: $800

      • Canada: CAD 20(duties)/CAD40 (taxes)

      • EU: €150


Country-Specific Guides

🇪🇺 European Union (EU)

🇺🇸 United States

🇨🇦 Canada

  • Taxes: GST/HST (5-15%) + duties (if value >CAD $20).

  • De Minimis: CAD 20(duties)/CAD40 (taxes).

  • Resources:

🇦🇺 Australia

🇯🇵 Japan

  • Taxes: 10% Consumption Tax + duties (varies by product).

  • De Minimis: JPY 10,000.

  • Resources:


How to Estimate Costs

  1. Check Your Country’s Threshold: Use the de minimis value above.

  2. Calculate Total Order Value: Product cost + shipping fee.

  3. Use Official Tools: Links provided in country guides.


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I prepay duties at checkout?

  • We currently don’t offer prepaid taxes. You’ll pay fees directly to the courier upon delivery.

Q: What if I refuse to pay customs fees?

  • The package may be returned or destroyed by local authorities.

Q: How are fees collected?

  • Couriers (DHL, FedEx) usually invoice you via email or collect payment at delivery.


Disclaimer

  • Accuracy: This guide is for reference only. Rates and rules may change.

  • Verification: Always check with your local customs office before ordering.

  • Non-liability: We cannot intervene in customs processes or refund fees.