Macau Import Duties & Taxes Explained

No, Macau is a free port and does not charge import VAT, GST, or customs duties on general consumer goods. Your shipment will typically arrive without any government-imposed taxes.

Yes, excise duties apply only to specific restricted categories like alcohol and tobacco, which are not supported by Stackry. For all other items, you can expect zero import taxes.

A mandatory customs declaration is required if your shipment's value exceeds MOP 5,000 (approximately $620 USD). Shipments under this threshold generally do not need formal declarations.

If your shipment exceeds MOP 5,000, carriers like DHL or FedEx may charge a Customs Declaration Service Fee of roughly MOP 100–200. Shipments under this limit usually incur no such fees.

The Macau Customs Service oversees the process, but any handling fees are collected directly by your carrier upon delivery. You will not pay taxes to the government for standard consumer items.

Since duties and VAT are zero, your only potential cost is a carrier fee if your package value exceeds MOP 5,000. You can estimate this surcharge at around MOP 100–200 for formal declarations.

Yes, if your shipment is valued over MOP 5,000, ensure your commercial invoice is accurate to facilitate the mandatory customs declaration. Incorrect paperwork may cause delays with the carrier.

The mandatory declaration threshold applies to values exceeding MOP 5,000, so a shipment at exactly this amount may avoid the formal process. However, carriers may still assess fees based on their specific policies.

Madagascar Customs collects import duties (0%–20%) and VAT (20%) on most shipments exceeding the $20 USD de minimis threshold. Your shipment will also incur GasyNet/Statistical fees (approximately 0.5% of CIF value) and carrier processing fees, with taxes calculated on the total cost including shipping and insurance.

No, Madagascar is not tax free. Your shipment will be subject to import taxes and duties on most goods exceeding the approximately $20 USD de minimis threshold, including 20% VAT and customs duties ranging from 0% to 20% depending on product category.