Starting July 1, 2026, the European Union will abolish the customs duty exemption for non-EU online purchases under 150 euros, replacing it with a flat-rate duty of 3 euros per commodity item.<\/p>\n
From July 1, 2026, online purchases from outside the European Union will be subject to new customs regulations. The current duty exemption for shipments valued up to 150 euros will be eliminated and replaced by a 3-euro flat-rate customs duty for every commodity item listed in a customs declaration.<\/p>\n
The Ministry of Finance clarifies that this fee is payable by the seller, online platform, importer, or customs representative rather than the consumer. In practice, however, this cost may be passed on to the buyer through higher product prices or delivery fees.<\/p>\n
The duty is charged at 3 euros for every individual commodity item in a declaration, not per package. If a customer orders two cotton shirts, they constitute a single item. Adding a phone case creates a second item, and including a toy adds a third.<\/p>\n
Consequently, the more diverse a shopping basket, the higher the total customs duty. Accurate classification by tariff heading is essential for online platforms and logistics operators to determine the final cost, which ultimately impacts the consumer’s total expenditure.<\/p>\n
The new rules state that returning goods will not entitle the consumer to a refund of the paid customs duty and VAT, as the customs declaration remains valid regardless of the return. This may significantly affect sectors with high return rates, such as fashion and footwear.<\/p>\n
The change particularly affects low-cost cross-border trade, including electronics, toys, and cosmetics. While intended to level the playing field for EU-based businesses and improve product safety compliance, the costs will likely manifest in adjusted pricing or logistics fees for the end user.<\/p>\n
The 3-euro flat-rate duty is a temporary measure scheduled to remain in effect until July 1, 2028, after which goods will be subject to standard customs rates. This is part of a broader EU digital reform aimed at securing the import process.<\/p>\n
Starting November 1, 2026, mandatory product identifiers will be introduced to enhance traceability and safety controls. These changes apply to all goods imported from outside the EU, regardless of the country of origin, including China, the USA, the UK, and Turkey.<\/p>\n
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