What are import duties and taxes?

Import duties and taxes may be due when buying a dress from another country, even on second-hand items or items marked as gifts.

In addition to duty, imports may be subject to other taxes and charges such as sales tax and a Customs Service Fee. These fees are not applicable to domestic purchases. It's important to understand these rates, as it is the buyer's responsibility to pay them before collecting your dress.

Each country has its own fee structure and minimum thresholds. Please see your country's Customs for information on these fees or check out the helpful links below:

Government customs sites

• Australia: border.gov.au
• Canada: cbsa-asfc.gc.ca
• Germany: zoll.de
• Ireland: revenue.ie
• Japan: customs.go.jp
• New Zealand: customs.govt.nz
• South Africa: sars.gov.za
• United Kingdom: gov.uk
• United States: cbp.gov
• European Union: ec.europa.eu