AliExpress EU Import Fees (2026)
The €3 duty per tariff category applies to qualifying AliExpress consignments up to €150. The seller/importer is normally liable; checkout pass-through varies.
How AliExpress Handles EU Fees
Industry reporting suggests AliExpress uses IOSS (Import One-Stop Shop) for VAT. IOSS does not determine collection of the €3 customs duty. The declarant—normally the seller or importer—is liable, and any checkout pass-through can vary by seller, country and fulfilment route.
⚠ Caveat: This is based on general industry reporting as of July 2026. Platform checkout flows change frequently and may vary by country and order type. Always verify the exact fee breakdown shown at checkout before completing a purchase.
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Quantity does not multiply the duty: 5 identical T-shirts = 1 category.
Fee Breakdown
Based on tariff classification, not quantity — Council Regulation (EU) 2026/382
Applied on declared value + customs fee (€23.00)
The seller or importer is normally liable; this total assumes the duty is passed through at checkout.
Before July 2026: €23.80 (VAT only, no customs duty)
Before July 2026: €23.80 (VAT only, no customs duty on orders under €150)
Estimate only. The declarant, normally seller/importer, is liable; checkout pass-through varies. Verify the checkout and national customs guidance. Official EU source ↗
Example AliExpress Import Costs by Country
| Country (VAT) | Order Value | Customs Duty | Import VAT | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Germany (19%) | €20.00 | €3.00 | €4.37 | €27.37 |
| France (20%) | €30.00 | €3.00 | €6.60 | €39.60 |
| Netherlands (21%) | €45.00 | €3.00 | €10.08 | €58.08 |
| Poland (23%) | €50.00 | €3.00 | €12.19 | €65.19 |
All figures are estimates and assume one tariff classification. Quantity does not multiply the duty. Source: Council Regulation (EU) 2026/382 and Commission guidance.
For the most up-to-date information about how AliExpress handles EU import fees, visit their official help centre:
AliExpress Help Centre ↗FAQ: AliExpress EU Import Fees
Why does AliExpress charge EU customs fees in 2026?
The EU's new customs rules, effective 1 July 2026, require a €3 flat customs duty per tariff category on all e-commerce parcels valued at €150 or less from non-EU countries. AliExpress, based outside the EU, is subject to this rule.
Does AliExpress collect customs fees at checkout for EU orders?
Industry reporting indicates AliExpress uses IOSS for EU VAT, but IOSS does not determine collection of the customs duty. AliExpress has many sellers and fulfilment routes, so pass-through may vary. Check checkout fees and any carrier notice.
How much does a €45 AliExpress order cost to the Netherlands?
For a €45 AliExpress order in one tariff category to the Netherlands (21% VAT), the estimated checkout total is €58.08 if the duty is passed through. Pre-July baseline: €54.45; estimated increase: €3.63.
Are all AliExpress sellers subject to the EU customs fee?
Yes. The €3 customs duty applies to all e-commerce consignments valued at €150 or less from outside the EU, regardless of the individual seller on the platform.
How much is import duty on an AliExpress order to France?
AliExpress orders to France up to €150 carry €3 per tariff category plus 20% French VAT. A €30 order in one tariff category is about €30 + €3 + €6.60 = €39.60 if the duty is passed through. Verify the checkout breakdown, as pass-through varies by seller and fulfilment route.