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Is there any custom duty on AliExpress in India?
Your AliExpress purchases just got way costlier, thanks to new custom duty structure. The 41.49\% tax is applicable on purchases worth more than Rs 2,000, whereas items that cost below Rs 2000 will be charged customs duty at 14.7\%.
Is VAT included in AliExpress?
This exemption no longer applies, though, and now online platforms need to charge VAT on all sales. Similarly to other marketplaces like Etsy, Amazon, and eBay, AliExpress will collect VAT on: Goods imported from outside of the EU, if the order value is under €150.
How is basic custom duty calculated?
* If goods are imported by mode other than air the maximum limit of 20 \% of FOB is not applicable. The assessable value (AV) of imports is Rs 100000. The BCD (basic custom duty) is @ 10 \%. IGST is payable @ 12\%.
How do I not pay sales tax on AliExpress?
If you are charged a sales tax when purchasing items and living in an area that you believe shouldn’t be subject to these charges, contact AliExpress’ customer support directly and ask for an exemption.
How to deal with customs when ordering from AliExpress?
In general, the advice is: order in smaller batches, because those will slip by customs easier. As we’ve said before, the best is to divide a big order into smaller orders, that because customs usually do not bother with small value packages for AliExpress import.
Do I need to pay AliExpress import tax?
Secondly, If the total value of the package is above £135, you’ll need to pay AliExpress import tax as well. The customs tax or duty is dependent on the product, and the set rates for the European Union.
What happens when you return an item on Aliexpress?
When buying from AliExpress, the buyer is responsible for any customs charges, so if the product is returned, it means losing the money for the order. However, if you are too lazy to do the paperwork and the product is not very expensive, you may be able to pay for it.
What happens if my package gets stopped in customs?
If there’s several packages that arrive in customs with an amount superior to $800 on the same day, they can be stopped to see if they exceed said amount. If that’s the case, or if your package gets stopped in customs for review, you will receive an “Arrival Notice”.