The duty-free limit for the import of goods bought by individuals through foreign marketplaces is set at 200 euros, with the possibility of further review.
If the purchase value exceeds this threshold, a customs duty of 5% of the total amount will be charged, plus the established national VAT rates, but not less than one euro for each kilogram.
For certain categories of goods, such as cars, special customs duty rates are provided.
A list of goods that will be subject to declaration without the application of simplifications under the specialized electronic trade declaration has also been adopted in accordance with amendments to the EAEU Customs Code.
This list pertains to goods that are not classified as personal belongings under current EAEU legislation:
- tanning beds, medical furniture, internal combustion engines, gaming machines, etc.,
- goods with import and export restrictions (weapons and ammunition, bones of extinct animals, hazardous waste, etc.),
- alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, cash, air and water vessels, as well as certain types of vehicles and their chassis.
“The adopted package of decisions completes the establishment of the necessary regulatory framework for the full implementation of the amendments to the EAEU Customs Code, which were approved by the heads of state of the Union in December 2023 and relate to electronic trade issues,” emphasized EEC Minister for Trade Andrey Slepnev.
The new regulations are expected to come into effect on July 1, 2026.
