Belgium Import Duties & Taxes Explained

Belgium has two key thresholds for shipments: import VAT applies to all commercial imports from €0, while customs duty only applies when the intrinsic value exceeds €150. This means your shipment will incur 21% import VAT regardless of value, with additional duty charges only on orders over €150.

Your shipment to Belgium may incur import VAT at 21%, customs duties (0-17% if value exceeds €150), and carrier handling fees of approximately €15-€30. VAT applies to all commercial imports regardless of value, calculated on your total item cost plus shipping and any duties.

Customs duty in Belgium applies when your shipment's intrinsic value exceeds €150, with rates ranging from 0% to 17% depending on the product type. Electronics often incur 0% duty while clothing and textiles can face rates of 12% or higher, all calculated on the CIF value of your shipment.

Yes, you pay import VAT on your shipment to Belgium. VAT is charged at 21% on all commercial imports from outside the EU regardless of value, calculated on your item value plus shipping, insurance, and any duties.

No, the standard VAT rate in Belgium is 21%, not 12%. Your shipment will be subject to this 21% import VAT on almost all commercial imports from outside the EU, regardless of value.

Import VAT is calculated at 21% on the combined value of your goods, shipping costs, insurance, plus any customs duties charged. This means the tax base includes the duty amount itself.

Your carrier will typically charge a service fee of approximately €15 to €30 or about 2% of the advanced tax and duty amount, whichever is higher. This fee covers the administrative work of clearing your shipment through customs.

The General Administration of Customs and Excise (FOD Financiën / SPF Finances) determines the taxes, but the carrier usually collects the payment from you before or at the time of delivery. You will not receive your package until these charges are settled.

Yes, a reduced 6% VAT rate applies to specific categories such as printed books and certain medical products. Most other goods imported via Stackry will be subject to the standard 21% rate.

No, the €150 customs duty threshold is based on the intrinsic value of the goods alone, excluding shipping and insurance. However, duties are calculated on the total CIF value including those costs if the threshold is exceeded.