Djibouti Import Duties & Taxes Explained

Your shipment to Djibouti faces a zero de minimis threshold, meaning import duties and taxes may apply regardless of shipment value. The Direction Générale des Douanes et Droits Indirects (DGDDI) collects charges including 10% Import VAT, 8-33% Internal Consumption Tax (TIC), and 5-26% Customs Duty on goods from non-COMESA countries like the US.

The VAT rate in Djibouti is 10% for most imported goods. This charge is calculated on your shipment's CIF value (cost of goods, insurance, and freight) plus any applicable customs duties.

Yes, DHL delivers to Djibouti and is one of the express carriers that handle customs clearance for your shipment. As with other carriers, DHL typically charges a processing fee for customs clearance, often starting around $15–$30 USD or local currency equivalent.

Yes, Djibouti charges import taxes on all shipments with no minimum threshold. You'll typically pay Import VAT at 10%, Internal Consumption Tax (TIC) between 8% and 33%, and Customs Duty from 5% to 26% depending on your product category.

The TIC is a primary levy in Djibouti ranging from 8% to 33%, depending on the product type. Most consumer goods like electronics and clothing in your shipment will be subject to this tax, which is calculated on the CIF value.

Customs Duty rates for non-COMESA goods like those in your shipment range from 5% to 26% based on the product category. This duty is applied as a percentage of the CIF value (Cost, Insurance, and Freight).

Djibouti uses the CIF method, meaning the taxable value includes the cost of your goods plus shipping and insurance. All import taxes and duties on your shipment are calculated based on this total amount.

Goods originating from COMESA member states may be eligible for reduced duties, but this rarely applies to items purchased in the US and forwarded by Stackry. Your shipment will likely be taxed at standard non-COMESA rates.

The Direction Générale des Douanes et Droits Indirects (DGDDI) is responsible for collecting all import taxes and duties. You will pay these charges directly to the carrier or customs authority before your shipment is released.

While some informal practices might exist for very low-value postal gifts, express carriers generally do not have a de minimis exemption. You should expect to pay applicable taxes and duties on your shipment regardless of value.