- Impact of Eliminating Customs Duty Relief: Starting July 1, 2026, the €150 customs duty relief will be removed, introducing a simplified €3 flat duty only for IOSS-registered sellers and Postal consignments, potentially leading to significant financial burdens for merchants using commercial couriers without IOSS.
- Financial Liabilities of Non-IOSS Status: Merchants opting to remain outside the IOSS scheme will face unpredictable and higher duties based on the Common Customs Tariff, additional handling and advancement fees from couriers, and customs delays that could frustrate customers.
- Advantages of Transitioning to IOSS: Moving to IOSS offers predictable costs with a flat €3 fee per item, simplified customs classification, a better customer experience with no surprise fees, and prepares businesses for future EU monitoring against trade diversion, making it a financially strategic choice.
Source Cyril Bray
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