VAT & Duties for EU and USA

Information on Additional Charges When Receiving Orders Outside of Ukraine

If you are outside Ukraine and order our products (such as ballroom dancewear), please note that depending on the regulations of your country, additional charges, such as VAT and customs duties, may apply upon receipt.

1. Customs Duties and VAT for EU Countries:

Since 2022, Ukrainian-origin goods may be exempt from customs duties when imported into the EU. Orders valued up to 150 EUR are generally exempt from customs duties, but VAT may be charged at the rate set in the recipient’s country.

• For example, the VAT rate is 21% in the Czech Republic, 19% in Germany, and 20% in France.
• For goods valued above 150 EUR, both VAT and customs duties may be applied depending on the product category and country regulations.
• In most EU countries, VAT is calculated on the total value of the item including customs duty.

Examples of Calculations for EU Countries:

• For a buyer in Germany:
  • Order of 100 EUR (under 150 EUR):
    • VAT: 100 EUR * 19% = 19 EUR
    • Customs duty: none
    • Total cost: 100 EUR + 19 EUR = 119 EUR
  • Order of 200 EUR (above 150 EUR):
    • Customs duty (12%): 200 EUR * 12% = 24 EUR
    • VAT (19%) on item and duty: (200 EUR + 24 EUR) * 19% = 42.56 EUR
    • Total cost: 200 EUR + 24 EUR + 42.56 EUR = 266.56 EUR
• For a buyer in the Czech Republic:
  • Order of 120 EUR (under 150 EUR):
    • VAT: 120 EUR * 21% = 25.20 EUR
    • Customs duty: none
    • Total cost: 120 EUR + 25.20 EUR = 145.20 EUR
  • Order of 180 EUR (above 150 EUR):
    • Customs duty (10%): 180 EUR * 10% = 18 EUR
    • VAT (21%) on item and duty: (180 EUR + 18 EUR) * 21% = 41.58 EUR
    • Total cost: 180 EUR + 18 EUR + 41.58 EUR = 239.58 EUR
• For a buyer in France:
  • Order of 90 EUR (under 150 EUR):
    • VAT: 90 EUR * 20% = 18 EUR
    • Customs duty: none
    • Total cost: 90 EUR + 18 EUR = 108 EUR
  • Order of 250 EUR (above 150 EUR):
    • Customs duty (12%): 250 EUR * 12% = 30 EUR
    • VAT (20%) on item and duty: (250 EUR + 30 EUR) * 20% = 56 EUR
    • Total cost: 250 EUR + 30 EUR + 56 EUR = 336 EUR

2. Duties and Taxes for Buyers in the USA:

Important: As of August 29, 2025, the $800 de minimis duty-free threshold has been suspended in the United States for international commercial shipments. All parcels imported into the USA are now subject to customs duties and taxes regardless of their value. This may increase customs clearance time and require additional charges to be paid by the recipient.

• Shipments from Ukraine: Goods of Ukrainian origin (including our ballroom dancewear) are subject to a baseline 10% tariff on customs value under the Reciprocal Tariff (White House). Exact rates may differ for specific product categories — please check in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (USITC).
• The suspension of the $800 threshold is officially confirmed:
  • White House: Suspension of de minimis
  • Federal Register: Official publication
  • DHS: Ending de minimis exemption
  • CBP: Import guidance

• Examples for the USA (Ukrainian goods):
  • Order of $600:
    • Duty (10%): $600 * 10% = $60
    • Total cost: $600 + $60 = $660
  • Order of $1,000:
    • Duty (10%): $1,000 * 10% = $100
    • Total cost: $1,000 + $100 = $1,100

Additionally, Sales Tax may apply depending on the state. We recommend checking the latest duty and tax rates in the HTS (USITC) and following the guidance from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

Buying Goods from Outside the EU

Basic Import and Export Information for the USA

Please note: We are not responsible for additional charges collected in the recipient's country.