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EU Duty & VAT Estimator

From 1 July 2026, parcels into the EU pay a flat €3 customs duty (up to €150) plus import VAT. Get the estimated duty & VAT on the order — free, no sign-up.

Example — Annlina Jewellery: Estimated duty & VAT

Goods value (3 × Jewellery — fashion / imitation)€87.00
Flat customs duty€3.00
Import VAT (19%)€17.10
Duty & VAT subtotal€20.10
Order total (goods + duty + VAT)€107.10

    Try an example — Annlina Jewellery

    Frequently asked questions

    What changed for EU imports on 1 July 2026?

    The EU removed the customs-duty exemption for low-value parcels. Under the interim rules, consignments with an intrinsic value up to €150 pay a flat €3 customs duty, plus import VAT at the destination country's standard rate. The interim regime is planned to run until the EU Customs Data Hub launches in July 2028.

    What is the flat €3 duty and how is it counted?

    It is a simplified flat customs duty for low-value consignments entering the EU, replacing the old duty-free treatment under €150. This calculator charges it per distinct tariff heading in the shipment; the exact charging basis should be confirmed against the final regulation text.

    What happens if my order is worth more than €150?

    The flat-duty simplification does not apply. Standard customs duties are charged according to the EU tariff schedule for the specific product, plus import VAT. This calculator flags such orders instead of guessing a rate.

    How is the UK different from the EU?

    The UK uses a £135 model: for consignments up to £135, the seller collects UK VAT at the point of sale (which requires UK VAT registration) and no customs duty is due. Above £135, import VAT and any applicable duty are collected at the border. UK support in this calculator is coming soon.

    Is shipping included in the estimate?

    No. The estimator works on the goods value only. Under EU rules the VAT base generally also includes transport and insurance costs to the destination, so the actual VAT charged on a shipment can be higher than this estimate. Shipping-aware estimates are on the roadmap.

    Who actually pays the duty and VAT?

    The person responsible for payment is the declarant — depending on the setup this is the seller, the importer, or an appointed customs representative (per the European Commission's clarifications). Whether the cost is passed on to the buyer depends on the seller's Incoterms and checkout setup.

    Is this estimator legal or customs advice?

    No. It produces estimates from published rates for planning purposes only. Actual charges depend on carrier fees, the exact HS classification of your product, its origin, shipping costs, and official exchange rates. Confirm figures with a customs broker before relying on them.