Turkey Adjusts Import Customs Duty Rates-DHL
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Since August 21, 2024, the Turkish Ministry of Finance has implemented some changes to the customs duty rules for business-to-consumer (B2C) imports and the VAT rates for shipments arriving in Turkey from the EU and other regions.
One significant change is that the customs duty exemption threshold for B2C imports has dropped from 150 euros to just 30 euros. This means that any shipment valued above this amount will incur customs duties.
Additionally, the VAT rates applied to imported goods have been adjusted:
- For shipments coming from EU member states, the VAT rate has increased from 20% to 30%.
- For imports from the rest of the world, the VAT rate has surged from 30% to 60%.
It’s worth noting that the EU includes countries like Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, and Sweden.
Special considerations apply for certain items like medications. For medicines imported into Turkey, the threshold remains higher at 1,500 euros. Furthermore, if a shipment exceeds 30 euros in value, official confirmation from the recipient is typically necessary for customs clearance, and associated fees might apply.
To avoid shipment delays, international shippers sending goods to Turkey should take note of the following tips:
- Always ensure that shipment details are precise and comprehensive, particularly the accurate declared value.
- Provide full and detailed commercial invoices electronically via DHL Express digital tools, including specifics like product descriptions, itemized values, and country of origin.
- When arranging a B2C shipment with DHL, make sure to supply the Turkish recipient’s mobile number and email address. This allows DHL to reach out to the recipient if needed during the customs process.
- If the sender prefers not to involve the recipient (such as for direct-to-pay billing), an alternate contact email should be provided to DHL.
- Inform your customers about possible customs clearance charges, as packages cannot be delivered until these fees are settled.
For recipients based in Turkey looking to prevent delays, here are some actions to take:
- You will receive notifications from DHL asking you to select them as your customs broker or to provide details of an alternative broker for clearance. Each shipment requires this information, as it isn’t saved in your master file.
- Respond promptly to DHL’s requests and follow up with your instructions.
- Customs clearance can only proceed once authorization is given to DHL or an alternative broker is identified.
- If neither DHL nor another broker is authorized, the shipment may be held at customs. If no necessary information is provided within 20 days of the package’s arrival, the shipment will likely be sent back to the sender.
For additional details, visit the official website of the Turkish Ministry of Finance.
As a final note, remember that staying informed about these changes is essential for both shippers and recipients to ensure smooth delivery processes.