Import duty & VAT explained in a nutshell

Import taxes are due when importing goods into your country. The amount due is determined by the type, value and origin of the product and the cost of importing the goods. Minimum thresholds apply and some items are duty free.

The importer, not the exporter, is charged with the amount due. The tax is usually collected by the courier company and passed on to customs. Most couriers charge a handling fee for this.

Some special regulations apply for import taxes on watches, gifts, used and personal goods and when you are returning a purchase.

The DutyCalulator is 100% accurate, easy to use and free

The DutyCalculator guides you in a few steps to the accurate import duty and VAT rates, so you can determine your potential import tax liability due on the products you plan to import into your country. 

More information about the DutyCalculator:
- Overview of the DutyCalculator
- List of countries and products covered
- How to run a calculation
- Calculations when importing multiple products
- Using the DutyCalculator for companies