The updated guidance on the €3 customs duty provides new details regarding the inclusion of the Union handling fee. This briefing clarifies that the €3 customs duty, recently introduced for low-value goods entering the EU, now explicitly accounts for the Union handling fee applied during customs processing. The guidance aims to ensure transparency for importers and businesses by explaining how the fee is calculated, applied, and collected alongside the customs duty. It highlights procedural changes for customs authorities and postal operators, emphasizing compliance requirements and the impact on cross-border e-commerce. Overall, the update helps stakeholders better understand the financial obligations tied to low-value imports and supports smoother customs operations within the EU single market.

Published on: 2026-10-09 at 00:15:02