Import Duty Calculator UK 2026

Calculate UK import duty, customs charges and VAT on goods imported from outside the UK. Covers all commodity categories with 2026 tariff rates.

Goods Value (£)

Shipping & Insurance (£)

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Import Duty Rate (%)

Frequently Asked Questions

When do I pay import duty in the UK?

Import duty is due when goods enter the UK from outside the UK. Goods under £135 are VAT-registered at point of sale by the seller. Above £135, customs charges apply when the parcel arrives.

Is there a duty-free allowance from outside the EU?

There is no personal duty-free import allowance for online purchases. The £135 threshold only determines where VAT is collected — import duty may still apply on goods above £135.

How is UK import VAT calculated?

UK import VAT is 20% of the customs value (goods + shipping) plus any import duty. For example, £500 goods + £50 shipping + 10% duty = VAT on £605 = £121 VAT.

What countries have 0% duty rates with the UK?

The UK has free trade agreements with many countries including the EU, Australia, Japan, Canada, and Singapore, meaning most goods have 0% or reduced tariff rates.

Do I need to pay duty on gifts from abroad?

Gifts sent by private individual to private individual are exempt from import duty if their value is under £39. Gifts over £39 are liable for import VAT; over £135 may attract duty too.