- The UK will end its customs duty exemption for low-value imports, aligning with the EU.
- Currently, goods valued at GBP135 or less are exempt from customs duty.
- The exemption is proposed to be repealed by March 2029 at the latest, as part of the 2025 Autumn Budget.
- The government is consulting on the new arrangements, including data collection, tariff application, possible administrative fees, and VAT changes.
- Feedback on the proposals is invited by March 6, 2026.
Source: vitallaw.com
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