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EU Customs Handling Fee Update

What you need to know for 2026

The European Union is introducing new customs rules that will impact all non‑EU shipments starting in 2026. These changes aim to create a fairer tax environment and improve border protection for EU consumers.

Asendia is here to help you understand what’s changing and how it affects your business.

Key Changes Coming in 2026

 

From 1 July 2026: New EU Duty on All Items

The EU will implement two major reforms:

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By November 2026: New €2.00 EU Customs Handling Fee

In addition to the duty, the EU will introduce a €2.00 handling fee. This fee funds:

    • Enhanced customs checks
    • Stronger consumer protection
    • More consistent border control across member states

EU Customs and New Handling Fees explained

 €3 Duty (July 2026) vs. €2 Handling Fee (Nov 2026)  
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In short:

    • The €3 duty is a tax on goods.
    • The €2 handling fee is a customs service fee to process parcels.

 

Both charges will be in effect once the handling fee is fully implemented.

How will this affect my e-commerce business?

These upcoming EU customs changes may influence several parts of your cross‑border operations.

  • The new duties and handling fees could increase the final landed cost for your EU customers, which may require small adjustments to your pricing.
  • You may also need to review your marketplace pricing or shipping options, especially if cost competitiveness is important for your brand.
  • Stricter customs checks may affect transit and clearance times, depending on the volume of EU-bound shipments.

 Overall, these updates may reshape your EU logistics cost structure, from per‑item duties to parcel‑level handling fees .

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Stay prepared with Asendia

Our teams across the EU and APAC are closely monitoring the rollout and will keep you updated as details are finalised.

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 If you would like support in planning for these changes, contact your Asendia representative or speak with our experts today. 

 

DISCLAIMER
The information described above provides simplified explanations of the new EU Customs and Handling Fees. However, this information is not exhaustive and it is highly recommended to rely on the existing regulations in force to have a more comprehensive view on the impact of the new rules on your business. For more information, visit the European Commission website. 

 

 

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