Learn about duty exemptions on international returns.
In many cases, you can avoid paying duty on previously imported goods even when they’re not made in your country. This may come in handy for ecommerce returns or temporary exports; however, if the good’s value changes or gets improved or modified, you won’t be eligible for the duty exemption on an import.
The United States allows duty exemption for previously imported articles. All you need is the right harmonized code and documentation.
See the CBP for more information on non-US made goods.
The EU may offer Returned Goods Relief (RGR) on duty. VAT relief is available for EU to EU shipments but not for origins outside the EU.
The UK offers Returned Goods Relief (RGR) and allows for total or partial relief from duty and VAT.
Pay less Customs duty and VAT when returning goods to the UK
Visit the carrier pages below to learn how they handle international returns:
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