Antigua and Barbuda Import Duties & Taxes Explained

Import duties in Antigua and Barbuda typically range from 20% to 25% for general consumer goods, plus 17% ABST (sales tax), 10% Revenue Recovery Charge, and 6-10% Customs Service Charge. There is no duty-free threshold for packages, so your shipment will likely incur taxes regardless of value.

There is effectively no duty-free limit for packages shipped to Antigua and Barbuda. Your shipment will be subject to import duties and ABST regardless of value, as there is no de minimis threshold for courier or mail packages.

Customs duty on your shipment to Antigua and Barbuda is calculated as a percentage of your CIF Value (Cost of goods + Insurance + Freight), with most consumer items charged between 20% and 25%. Your exact rate depends on the product classification under the CARICOM Common External Tariff, and the Customs and Excise Division determines final charges when your package arrives.

The standard ABST rate is 17% as of the 2024 fiscal reforms. This tax is calculated on the CIF value plus all other applicable duties and government charges.

The RRC is a standard 10% charge on the CIF value, while the CSC is a processing fee typically ranging from 6% to 10%. Both are added to your total import costs before ABST is calculated.

Yes, a small Environmental Levy of approximately 1.5% often applies to general merchandise to support waste management. This fee may be higher or fixed for specific categories like tires or plastic-packaged items.

The Customs and Excise Division of Antigua and Barbuda collects all applicable charges upon arrival. The carrier will typically handle the payment process on your behalf before delivering the package.

No, the duty-free allowances for travelers ($50 for visitors, $200 for residents) do not apply to packages sent via courier or mail. Your shipment is treated as a commercial import subject to full taxes.

Yes, carriers like DHL or FedEx typically charge a separate brokerage or clearance fee for processing the paperwork with Customs. This fee is in addition to the government taxes and duties.

To estimate costs, add the item price and shipping to get the CIF value, then apply duty (20-25%), RRC (10%), CSC (6-10%), Environmental Levy (~1.5%), and finally ABST (17%) on the subtotal. Note that this is an estimate and final charges depend on exact product classification.