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Innovations in Import Parcel Taxation: Draft Laws by Hetmantsev – January 15, 2025

  • Proposed law changes regarding taxation of imported parcels by Hetmantsev
  • Goods purchased on marketplaces will be subject to VAT regardless of their value
  • Customs duty will only be charged if the value exceeds 150 euros
  • Hetmantsev submitted draft laws on taxation of imported parcels at the request of various business associations
  • Citizens can receive VAT-free goods valued up to 45 euros if sent by individuals without payment or commercial purpose
  • Goods purchased by citizens on marketplaces are subject to VAT regardless of value, with customs duty only for items over 150 euros
  • Proposal to introduce a mechanism for direct VAT payment by suppliers or marketplaces to simplify administration and expedite customs clearance
  • Introduction of a new customs declaration for low-value goods similar to the H7 customs declaration in the EU, while existing forms can still be used
  • Supplier or marketplace VAT payment will eliminate the need for additional customs payments by buyers and speed up customs procedures

Source: news.dtkt.ua

Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.

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