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Reunion
?
Here's what you'll pay in import duties,taxes, and handling fees — plus how Stackry helps you keep costs predictable before you checkout.
Shipments to Reunion are subject to import VAT, typically 8.5%, and Sea Tolls ranging from 2.5% to 15.5%. Orders under €150 pay a flat Small Parcel Tax of €2 per article type, while those over €150 incur customs duties. Carrier brokerage fees usually range from €15 to €20. All charges are based on the total cost including shipping.
You will likely pay Import VAT, Sea Tolls (Octroi de Mer and Octroi de Mer Régional), and potentially a Small Parcel Tax. These charges are calculated based on your total landed cost including shipping.
The standard Import VAT rate in Reunion is 8.5%, with a reduced rate of 2.1% for essential goods like certain foods and medicines. This tax applies to all orders starting from €0.
Sea Tolls consist of Octroi de Mer (typically 4% to 15.5%) and a regional surcharge of 2.5%, both applied to the CIF value of your shipment. Rates vary depending on the specific product category.
Customs duty generally applies only if your shipment value exceeds €150. Orders under this threshold are exempt from traditional duties but may still incur other taxes.
To estimate costs, add 20% VAT on your product plus shipping and duty, plus any carrier handling fee. The duty rate itself depends on the product classification, so the total varies by what you're importing.
Expect to pay roughly €15 to €20 in carrier handling fees for processing customs declarations and advancing tax payments. This fee is charged by carriers like DHL or FedEx upon delivery.
Taxes are calculated on the CIF value, which includes your item price plus shipping and insurance costs to Reunion. Any duties or Sea Tolls are also added to this base before VAT is applied.
Commercial consolidations like shipments are rarely treated as gifts, so you should expect to pay standard import charges. Private gift relief thresholds usually do not apply to these forwarded packages.
French Customs (Direction Générale des Douanes et Droits Indirects) determines and collects all applicable taxes and duties upon arrival. The carrier typically collects these fees on behalf of customs before releasing your package.
Final charges depend on your specific product classification and exact shipping costs, so any estimate is a guide rather than a guaranteed figure. It is best to prepare for potential fees up to 50% of your item value plus shipping.
The links below are external references to official Reunion government sources. We recommend reviewing them for the most accurate and up-to-date information on taxes and duties for Reunion.
Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is intended as a general overview of customs duties, import taxes, and related processes. It is not comprehensive and may not reflect the most current regulations.We recommend checking official customs or government sources to confirm the exact rules, charges, and requirements before making any purchasing or shipping decisions.While we aim to keep information accurate and up to date, we cannot guarantee its completeness and are not responsible for any discrepancies or inaccuracies.
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