Policy
08 January 2026
EU introduces customs duties on low-value e-commerce packages
Policy
08 January 2026
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EU Member States have agreed to introduce a temporary €3 customs duty per item on e-commerce parcels valued below €150, starting in July 2026, to address the sharp rise in low-value imports and to help level the playing field between online platforms and traditional retail.
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