Martinique Import Duties & Taxes Explained

Your shipment is subject to Import VAT (TVA), Octroi de Mer (Sea Toll), and potentially Customs Duty depending on the value. These charges are calculated based on the total CIF value of your goods plus shipping and insurance.

Yes, commercial shipments valued under €22 are typically exempt from Import VAT. This is a specific exception for French Overseas Departments like Martinique, unlike mainland France where this threshold was abolished.

Customs Duty applies only if your shipment originates outside the EU and has a CIF value exceeding €150. Since you are shipping from the US via Stackry, duty is waived for packages under this threshold.

The Octroi de Mer is a local Sea Toll specific to French overseas territories, ranging from 0% to 30% depending on the item. Most consumer electronics and clothing imported via Stackry typically face rates between 7% and 15%.

Yes, an Octroi de Mer Régional surcharge of approximately 2.5% is applied to almost all imported goods. This fee supports the local economy and is collected alongside the standard Sea Toll.

Yes, a Small Parcel Tax of €2 per article applies to shipments valued at €150 or less. This fee is charged per HS code category, so consolidating different types of items in one shipment may result in multiple charges.

The standard Import VAT rate is 8.5%, though a reduced rate of 2.1% applies to specific essentials like certain foods and medicines. This tax is calculated on the CIF value plus any applicable duties and Sea Tolls.

French Customs (Douane) collects all import charges, including VAT, duties, and Sea Tolls. The carrier handling your shipment will typically collect these fees on behalf of the customs authority before delivery.

Yes, carriers like DHL or FedEx charge a clearance fee for processing your shipment through customs. This is usually around 2% of the total taxes paid or a flat minimum fee between €15 and €25.

Taxes are calculated on the CIF value, which includes the cost of goods, insurance, and freight shipping to Martinique. This base amount is then used to determine your specific VAT, duty, and Sea Toll obligations.