# EU VAT on Orders

> Effective 1 July 2021 the European Union introduced updated VAT Value Added Tax regulations that affect all orders shipped to EU countries Under this rule 

Source: https://kiwico.kustomer.help/en_us/eu-vat-on-orders-SklPfPw3d

Last updated: 2026-05-21T17:57:17.868Z

Effective 1 July 2021, the European Union introduced updated VAT (Value Added Tax) regulations that affect all orders shipped to EU countries. Under this rule, VAT is now collected at checkout rather than at the point of import into the EU.

KiwiCo is responsible for collecting and remitting the applicable VAT directly to EU government authorities on your behalf. This means you won't encounter any unexpected charges or customs delays when your order arrives — the tax is fully handled upfront during the checkout process.

## VAT Rates by Country

The VAT rate applied to your order is based on your delivery destination. The table below lists the standard VAT rate for each EU member state:

Country

VAT Rate

Austria

20%

Belgium

21%

Bulgaria

20%

Croatia

25%

Cyprus

19%

Czech Republic

21%

Denmark

25%

Estonia

22%

Finland

25.5%

France

20%

Germany

19%

Greece

24%

Hungary

27%

Ireland

23%

Italy

22%

Latvia

21%

Lithuania

21%

Luxembourg

17%

Malta

18%

Netherlands

21%

Poland

23%

Portugal

23%

Romania

19%

Slovakia

23%

Slovenia

22%

Spain

21%

Sweden

25%

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## Frequently Asked Questions

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### Why is VAT charged at checkout?

As part of the EU's updated tax regulations, online retailers like KiwiCo are required to collect VAT at the time of purchase for all shipments to EU countries. This change was designed to simplify the import process and ensure taxes are applied consistently.

### Will I be charged additional customs fees upon delivery?

No. Because VAT is collected upfront at checkout, you should not encounter any additional import taxes or surprise fees when your package is delivered.

### Have more questions about VAT on your order?

If you have any questions about the tax applied to your order, please reach out to our customer support team — we're happy to help.