- France will introduce a €2 tax on imports of low-value parcels (under €150) from third countries starting 1 March 2026.
- The tax applies per item, is separate from customs duties and VAT, and targets B2B, B2C, and C2C shipments except those with specific VAT exemptions.
- It covers imports to mainland France, Martinique, Guadeloupe, Réunion, and Monaco, but excludes certain territories like Mayotte, French Guiana, and Saint Martin.
- The person liable for import VAT (declared as H7) is also liable for this tax.
- The tax is temporary and will be replaced by an EU-wide management fee mechanism in the future.
Source: tra.org
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