Faroe Islands Import Duties & Taxes Explained

You only pay taxes if your total shipment value (item price plus shipping) exceeds 300 DKK. Below this threshold, most goods enter duty-free and tax-free.

The standard import VAT, known locally as MVG, is 25%. This tax is applied to the total value of your shipment including item price, shipping, and any customs duties.

Yes, if your shipment exceeds 300 DKK, goods from the US are generally subject to GATT customs duty. Rates vary by product category, typically ranging from 0% to 25%.

Taxes are calculated on the CIF value, which includes your item price, shipping costs paid to Stackry, any customs duties owed, and applicable excise taxes. The 300 DKK exemption threshold also includes these combined costs.

Handling fees depend on your carrier: Posta typically charges 120 DKK for shipments under 3,000 DKK and 200 DKK for larger ones, while private carriers like DHL or FedEx usually charge between 150 DKK and 300 DKK.

Yes, certain items like sugar, sweets, and chocolate may be subject to additional excise taxes known as punktgjald. The standard 300 DKK exemption often does not apply to these specific products.

Personal gifts sent between private individuals for occasions like birthdays or Christmas may qualify for a higher exemption threshold of 700 DKK. Standard commercial purchases from US retailers shipped via Stackry generally fall under the 300 DKK rule.

TAKS, the Faroese Tax and Customs Authority, determines your final charges, but the carrier usually collects them from you upon delivery. Ensure your shipment has accurate documentation to avoid delays.

Shipments over 3,000 DKK require more formal customs documentation and may incur higher handling fees from carriers. You should expect standard VAT and duty calculations to apply on the full value.

You can estimate costs by adding 25% MVG on your total value over 300 DKK, plus any applicable duty rates and a carrier handling fee of 120–300 DKK. Keep in mind these are estimates, as final charges are determined by TAKS and the carrier.