Starting July 1, 2026, the European Union introduced a new temporary €3 customs duty on low-value parcels entering the EU from outside the EU.
this new rule may affect your shipping costs.
Is It €3 Per Parcel?
Not exactly.
The €3 duty is charged based on the number of different tariff categories contained in a parcel, rather than simply the number of products.
For example:
Products in One Parcel | Customs Duty |
1 T-shirt | €3 |
5 T-shirts under the same tariff category | €3 |
3 T-shirts + 1 watch | €6 |
Clothing + jewelry + cosmetics | €9 |
So if several products fall under the same tariff category, the parcel may still incur only one €3 charge.
However, if the parcel contains products from multiple tariff categories, multiple €3 charges may apply.
Is This the Same as VAT（IOSS）?
No.
The new €3 charge is an additional customs duty, not a replacement for VAT （IOSS).
Depending on the shipment, the total cost may therefore include:
💡Product Cost + Shipping + VAT（IOSS） + €3 Customs Duty+ BSDropshipping commision
What If My Parcel Contains Multiple Products?
What matters is not simply how many items are inside the parcel.
What matters is how many different tariff categories are represented.
For example:
5 T-shirts in one parcel
Same tariff category → €3
3 T-shirts + 1 watch
Two tariff categories → €6
This distinction is important when calculating the actual landed cost of your European orders.
Which Orders Are Affected?
All e-commerce parcels shipped directly to European customers
Is there any way to avoid the EU €3 customs duty?
No, there is no way to completely avoid the EU €3 customs duty. However, using BSDropshipping special‑line shipping can reduce it to some extent.
We have launched new EU DDP shipping routes with lower tax costs:
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Using the special‑line shipping options below carries risks of customs inspection. We shall not be liable for any delays, customs holds, or package seizures resulting from customs clearance inspections.
✅Standard DDP Routes
· Line 444 — Europe General Goods (DDP)
· Line 555 — Europe Battery Goods (DDP)
· Line 666 — Europe Cosmetics (DDP)
Please note
Benefits of using these lines: no €3 tariff required. You can save approximately €0.9–€2.2 per order compared with €3 tariff routes
Available only to: France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Sweden, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria, Poland, Denmark, Portugal
Maximum order weight per parcel: less than 1kg（⚠️），it means if your parcel is over 1kg, you can not choose these lines.
Delivery times to Europe will be slightly longer than for other shipping lines, at approximately 10‑15 days. This is 3‑5 days longer compared with other normal shipping options.
✅Special Standard DDP Routes
Line 777 — Europe Special Goods DDP
✨Designed for sensitive products, including:Powders、Perfumes、Lighters、Other special items
Please note
Only €1.5 tariff will be charged per parcel no matter the weight and items contained in a parcel.
Available countries: Germany, France, Spain, Portugal, Poland
Delivery times to Europe will be slightly longer than for other shipping lines, at approximately 10‑15 days. This is 3‑5 days longer compared with other normal shipping options.
Where can I view the EU €3 Small‑Parcel Customs Duty charged within my BSDropshipping account?
Simply log in to your BSDropshipping account, navigate to the Orders page, and you will see the corresponding duty charges under the Tax & Duty tab.
