What is the value for VAT?

The value for VAT is the declared value of the goods plus the transport costs to the country of destination plus the Customs Duty.

Example of VAT calculation

  • Value of goods = £80 +
  • Transport to the UK = £35
  • Duty charges = £4.02

Total value for VAT = £119.02 x 17.5% = Total VAT payable £20.83. Therefore the total Import Duty and VAT charges payable on import of these goods would be £24.85.

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