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What are Import Duties & Taxes?
Import duties are based on the value of the goods, including the item cost, shipping, and insurance. Customs authorities calculate these duties to regulate trade and generate revenue for the importing country.
Taxes, such as Value-Added Tax (VAT) or Goods and Services Tax (GST), the government apply to the total value of the shipment, including the goods, shipping costs, and any import duties.
It’s easy to confuse these charges, but the distinction is simple. A duty is an external charge—like a toll paid to bring something new into the country from the outside. On the other hand, taxes are internal payments used to keep your community running smoothly.
Depending on the shipping method, these charges may be handled differently. Under Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), the sender pays all duties and taxes upfront, so the receiver does not need to pay anything upon delivery. In contrast, under Delivered Duty Unpaid (DDU), the receiver is responsible for paying the duties and taxes when the parcel arrives.
What is Duty & Tax Estimator on EasyParcel?
The Duty & Tax Estimator on EasyParcel is a tool that helps you quickly estimate the import duties and taxes for your shipment when shipping internationally.
Simply enter your shipment details, such as origin country, destination country, parcel value, and category, and the tool will calculate an estimated duty and tax amount. It is especially useful for planning shipping costs in advance and avoiding unexpected charges during delivery.
Why is the Duty & Tax Estimator Very Useful?
Better Budget Planning
You can calculate the total cost in advance to plan your budget easily.
Saves Time
Instead of manually checking customs rates for different countries, the estimator gives you quick results in one place.
Peace of Mind
It shows the total cost before you buy, so you don’t have to worry about surprise charges later.
Better Decision Making
It allows you to compare buying a product locally versus importing it from another country.
How to Use Duty & Tax Estimator on EasyParcel?
Step 1: Log in or sign up to your EasyParcel’s account.
Step 2: On the left-hand sidebar menu, scroll down go to Tools, then click on Duty & Tax Estimator.
Step 3: Enter your shipping route including origin country and destination country.
Step 4: Enter in you parcel details including weight, parcel value and parcel category.
Step 5: After that, fill in your courier service or shipment price. Then click on Estimate Duty & Tax.
Step 6: Your estimated duty and tax have been calculated!
💡Note: The amount calculated is an estimate based on the parcel value. The final amount will be determined by the destination country’s customs authority.
Let's Use Duty & Tax Estimator on EasyParcel
Duty & Tax Estimator makes international shipping more transparent and hassle-free. By knowing the estimated duties and taxes in advance, you can avoid unexpected charges and plan your shipping costs more effectively.
Try it on EasyParcel today and make your shipping experience smoother and easier.
FAQs
1. Who pays the duties and taxes?
It depends on the shipping method:
- DDP (Delivered Duty Paid): Prepaid by Sender
- DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid): Postpaid by Receiver
Yes, the Duty & Tax Estimator is free to use. Simply log in to your EasyParcel account to access it .
3. Is the estimated amount final?
The result is an estimate based on your parcel details. The destination country’s customs authority will determine the final amount.
