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eBay import fee calculator

Buying from abroad to resell? See the real landed cost after UK customs duty, import VAT and courier handling.
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landed cost
Import fees on top—
Customs duty usually applies only to goods worth over £135 (duty rate depends on the product — look up its commodity code). Import VAT (20%) applies to most imports, charged on item + shipping + duty. Couriers/Royal Mail add a handling fee (~£8–£12) for collecting it. Estimate only — check GOV.UK for exact rates.

How eBay import fees work

When you buy an item from outside the UK, the headline price isn't the full cost. On arrival you may pay customs duty, import VAT, and a courier handling fee before it's released — together these are the "import fees".

Do I pay duty?

Customs duty generally only kicks in on consignments worth more than £135, and the rate depends on the product's commodity code (often 0–12%). Set it to 0 for low-value items.

Do I pay VAT?

Yes — import VAT (usually 20%) applies to most goods, calculated on the item price + shipping + any duty. For items under £135, eBay often collects the VAT at checkout instead.

This tool is an estimate to help you price a resale — always confirm current rates on GOV.UK.

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