- The Dutch Ministry of Finance has suspended its proposal for a €2 handling fee on non-EU parcel imports under €150, pending further EU actions.
- The EU will introduce a €3 customs levy on such parcels from 1 July 2026, with a possible €2 handling fee in November 2026.
- The Dutch proposal had passed the House of Representatives but still needs Senate approval as part of the 2026 Tax Plan.
- Lawmakers cite rising parcel volumes, mainly from Asia, and increased customs processing costs as reasons for the fee.
- The Netherlands faces fiscal and operational strain as a major entry point for global parcels into the EU.
Source: vatcalc.com
Note that this post was (partially) written with the help of AI. It is always useful to review the original source material, and where needed to obtain (local) advice from a specialist.
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