Import costs in Netherlands
Ordering from outside the EU for delivery to Netherlands? Enter your order details to estimate the total cost.
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This estimate uses the rules in effect on 9 November 2026. The final amount you pay may differ. What has changed?
VAT in Netherlands
On imports you pay the same VAT rate as in a shop in Netherlands: 21% for most products. VAT is charged on the product price, shipping, insurance, customs duty and the EU handling fee together.
- 21% (standard)
- 9% (books, food)
- 0%
Clearance fees in Netherlands
Your postal service or courier handles the customs declaration and pays the taxes on your behalf. You repay these taxes along with a clearance fee. You usually avoid this fee if you paid VAT at checkout through IOSS.
| Carrier | Fee | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| PostNL | €10 per parcel up to €150, €16 from €150 (and for alcohol, perfume and other goods that need a full declaration). | October 2026 |
| DHL Express | ‘Duty Tax Processing’: 2% of duty and VAT, at least €16.50. | October 2026 |
| FedEx | ‘Ancillary clearance fee’: 2.5% of duty and VAT, at least €15. | October 2026 |
| UPS | About 2.5% of duty and VAT, at least about €10.50. (indicative) | October 2026 |
| DPD, GLS or other | Differs per carrier, usually between €5 and €20 per shipment. (indicative) | October 2026 |
Travelling back to Netherlands
Goods you bring from outside the EU are free of duty and VAT up to €430 when you travel by plane or boat, €300 by car or train, and €150 for children under 15. You declare this yourself at customs, through the red channel or the Douane app. Not declaring can lead to a fine.