Brexit Import Cost Calculator

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The invoice price of the goods (ex-works or FOB). This is the starting point for the customs valuation.
GBP
Cost of shipping the goods to the UK border (port or airport).
GBP
Cargo insurance premium for the shipment to the UK border.
GBP
Goods originating in the EU can qualify for 0% tariff under the UK-EU TCA if they meet rules of origin. Non-EU goods pay the UK Global Tariff MFN rate.
Import VAT is charged on the CIF value plus customs duty. Most goods use the standard 20% rate. Some food, children's goods, and medical items are zero-rated.
Customs broker, freight forwarder, or compliance fees. Typical range: GBP 50-150 per shipment for a customs entry.
GBP
Multiply per-shipment cost to get annual landed cost.
Total landed costHigh import overhead
1,479GBP

Goods + freight + insurance + duty + VAT + compliance fees

CIF value1,170GBP
Duty rate applied0%
Customs duty0GBP
VAT assessment value1,170GBP
Import VAT234GBP
Post-Brexit added cost309GBP
Added cost as % of goods value30.9%
Annual landed cost1,479GBP
CIF value1,170
Customs duty0
Import VAT234
Total added cost309

Total landed cost: GBP 1479.00 (30.9% added cost on goods - high).

  • Your goods qualify for the UK-EU Trade and Cooperation Agreement 0% tariff. Ensure you can provide a supplier declaration or REX statement proving origin to avoid duty at the border.
  • Import VAT of GBP 234.00 is due at the border. VAT-registered businesses can usually reclaim this on their VAT return, so the net cost may be lower.
  • Brokerage and compliance fees of GBP 75.00 cover the customs entry. For high-volume shippers, a Customs Comprehensive Guarantee can reduce upfront cash flow pressure.

Next stepUse the official UK Trade Tariff at trade-tariff.service.gov.uk to find the exact 10-digit commodity code and duty rate for your goods before filing a customs declaration.

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