Following Brexit, shipments from the European Union to the United Kingdom are subject to customs rules that differ from those within the EU. Here is what you need to know when ordering from Packly with delivery to the United Kingdom.
Customs duties: Packly products are not subject to customs duties. We always include the preferential origin declaration certifying the European origin of the goods, as provided for by the trade agreement between the EU and the United Kingdom (Trade and Cooperation Agreement). This guarantees duty exemption on every order.
Import tax (VAT): all purchases destined for the United Kingdom, whether from private individuals or businesses, are subject to import VAT, currently set at 20%. It is usually collected by the courier on delivery. If you are a business registered for VAT in the United Kingdom, you can deduct it in your periodic VAT return.
In summary: for a Packly order shipped to the United Kingdom, the only customs cost to factor in is the import VAT, not the duty.
