Types of Shipments
Not all types of shipments are created equal. Shipping a television will
require different paperwork, duties, and taxes than shipping an accounting
statement, for example.
Here is a list of the most common types of shipments:
You can also skip ahead to the table containing the list of
Commonly Required Documents.
Documents Only
Most documents can be shipped from Canada to Austria duty-free
provided they have no commercial value.
Document shipments include:
- Bids
- Driver's licence
- Diplomas
- Examination papers
- Visa applications
Certain items may be shipped duty-free if they abide by the
restriction shown in the table below:
| Item |
Restriction |
|---|
| Airline tickets |
Must be validated |
| Annual reports |
Must only be shipped to shareholders or company officials |
| Blueprints |
Must have no commercial value and are for intercompany use or
as a bid invitation (for example, architectural plans for an EU
contract) |
| Brochures |
Must be for intercompany use or for non-commercial purposes |
| Business cards |
A maximum of 15 business cards allowed |
| Cheques |
Only personalised cheques allowed |
| Credit cards |
Must be personalised |
| Event tickets (for concerts, stage performances or soccer
matches) |
Maximum of 10 kg per shipment Tickets shipped from a printing
company to the ticket sales office or an organiser of an event
may not be sent as documents |
| Greeting cards and invitations |
Only considered documents if personalised Non-personalised
invitations and greeting cards require an invoice |
| Manuals |
Only if they are of a technical nature and in an appropriate
number for the purpose |
| Negatives |
Only negatives, slides, or print films being sent to a press or
publishing agency are allowed They must not have had value added
through press or editorial charges |
| Newsletters (Company) |
Only intercompany documents for internal use; must not have
commercial value Shipments from a publisher or printing company
are considered non-documents |
| Newspapers |
Only those for non-commercial purposes are allowed |
| Stationery |
Must be personalised with no commercial value and the number of
pieces is appropriate for personal use |
| Traveller's cheques |
Must be personalised |
Sources:
https://www.ups.com/ga/CountryRegs?loc=en_US
Shipping Gifts
Parcels shipped as gifts from Canada to Austria of €45 EUR
(about $65 CAD) or less will be duty-free.
Gift shipments have the following characteristics:
- They are of an occasional nature
- The items are for the personal use of the recipient and his or her
family
- They are sent without any exchange of monies
Alcohol, tobacco products, cosmetics, and perfumes may be shipped as
gifts provided they respect the restrictions as shown in table below.
| Items |
Restrictions |
|---|
| Alcoholic beverages |
Distilled beverages and spirits with maximum alcohol content of
22% (1 L maximum) |
| Tobacco products |
- 50 cigarettes
- 25 cigarillos (cigars weighing a maximum of 3 g per unit)
- 10 cigars or 50 g of smoking tobacco
|
| Perfumes or cologne |
50 g or 250 mL |
| Coffee |
500 g (Extracts and essences 200 g) |
| Tea extracts or essences |
40 g |
Shipments from Individual-to-Individual
Shipments from individual to individual of €45 (about $65 CAD)
or less will be duty-free with some restrictions for certain products
such as tobacco products, alcohol, cosmetics, and perfumes.
Shipments from Business-to-Business
Shipments to a business in Austria from a business in Canada are not
considered as gifts and will incur duties and taxes.
Shipments from Business-to-Individual
Shipments from a business in Canada to an individual in Austria will
incur taxes and charges regardless of the value of the gift.
Gift Checklist
- A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
- The words 'Gift Shipment' or 'Unsolicited Gift' are included on the
commercial invoice, even if the shipment is sent at Christmas time (see sample)
- List the items in the parcel and write the value of each
- Sending more than one gift in the parcel? Wrap and tag each one
individually.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
| Ship To |
Invoice |
|---|
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Getreidegasse 9
5020 Salzburg
Austria
Phone:
+43 662 844313 |
Carrier tracking number:
736534736
General Description:
Personal Shipment / Gift Shipment
Invoice number:
123456MGEP4916926
Customs Broker:
UPS
Date:
28 May 2023 |
| QTY |
Description of Goods |
C/O |
SubTotal |
|---|
| 1 Each |
Gift Shipment: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
|
CA |
$79.99 |
Terms of Sale:
None
Total number of packages:
1
Reason for export:
Gifts
Contact Name:
James Smith
|
Total Invoice Amount:
$79.99
Total Weight:
10.0 lbs
|
| Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided
is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
|
Multiple Gifts in One Shipment
Multiple gifts sent in one shipment of €45 (about $65 CAD) or
less will be exempt from duty and taxes. Each gift must be wrapped and
tagged individually.
Sample Commercial Invoice for Gifts
| Ship To |
Invoice |
|---|
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Getreidegasse 9
5020 Salzburg
Austria
Phone:
+43 662 844313 |
Carrier tracking number:
736534736
General Description:
Unsolicited Gift: Consolidated Gift Package
Invoice number:
123456MGEP4916926
Customs Broker:
UPS
Date:
28 May 2023 |
| QTY |
Description of Goods |
C/O |
SubTotal |
|---|
| 1 Each |
Gift - Roger: LEGO Star Wars Rebel UWing Fighter, 659 piece set
|
CA |
$39.99 |
| 1 Each |
Gift - Erica: Handwoven French Canadian Catalogne Blanket
|
CA |
$49.99 |
Terms of Sale:
None
Total number of packages:
1
Reason for export:
Gifts
Contact Name:
James Smith
|
Total Invoice Amount:
$89.98
Total Weight:
10.0 lbs
|
| Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided
is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
|
Sources:
https://www.bmf.gv.at/en/topics/customs/post-internet/postal-traffic.html
Shipping Personal Effects
Non-EU citizens and Austrian nationals returning to live permanently
in Austria can import their personal effects free of duty and taxes
providing:
- They have lived outside of Austria for 1 year or more
- The goods are used and have been owned for 6 months or more
- Personal goods are declared within 12 months from the date the
citizen returned to live in Austria
Personal effects are for the use of its owner and his or her family,
and they include items such as:
- Household furniture and appliances
- Portable instruments required for a person's trade or profession
- Sports equipment such bicycles
The following items will incur from duty and taxes:
- Tobacco and tobacco products
- Alcoholic beverages
- Materials for professional use
Moving Temporarily
Students
Students may ship their personal effects to Austria if they move there
temporarily for their studies.
Personal effects are considered to be:
- Educational materials (paper and pens, computers and books)
- Household goods such as linens, bedding
- Footwear and clothing
- Furniture used by a student, like a desk and a chair
Non-Students
Canadian citizens may ship their personal effects to Austria exempt
from duty and taxes when moving temporarily.
The conditions of the exemption include:
- The goods have been owned for 6 months or more and have been used
- The owner has lived in Canada for a minimum of 12 continuous months
- The items are declared within 12 months of taking up residence in
Austria
- Complete form ZBefr 2E
Moving Permanently
If you are moving to Austria after having lived outside of the country
for 1 year or more, you may bring your used personal effects into the
country tax and duty-free.
The following conditions apply:
- Your effects must arrive in Austria within 1 year of having obtained
a Residence or Work permit AND no later than 3 months after you
arrive in Austria
- Your goods may not be lent, sold or given away for at least after
your arrival
- Goods cannot be shipped until all documents have been accepted by
Austrian authorities and they have approved their entry
- You must be in Austria at the time your personal effects arrive
Personal Effects Checklist
- A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
- Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'Personal Effects' (see sample)
- A detailed description of each item is provided
- For Canadian citizens, complete form ZBefr 2E
Sources:
https://www.bmf.gv.at/en/topics/customs/tax-and-duty-free-import-of-relocation-goods/transferring-place-of-residence-from-a-non-eu-country.html
https://service.bmf.gv.at/service/anwend/formulare/show_mast.asp?s=ZBefr2
Sample Commercial Invoice for Personal Effects
| Ship To |
Invoice |
|---|
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Getreidegasse 9
5020 Salzburg
Austria
Phone:
+43 662 844313 |
Carrier tracking number:
736534736
General Description:
Personal effects being delivered to my new address.
Invoice number:
123456MGEP4916926
Customs Broker:
UPS
Date:
28 May 2023 |
| QTY |
Description of Goods |
C/O |
SubTotal |
|---|
| 5 Pairs |
Personal Effects: 5 pairs of various types of shoes
|
IN |
$40.00 |
| 1 Each |
Personal Effects: Arc'terix Winter Jacket
|
CA |
$478.00 |
Terms of Sale:
None
Total number of packages:
1
Reason for export:
Personal Effects
Contact Name:
James Smith
|
Total Invoice Amount:
$678.00
Total Weight:
10.0 lbs
|
| Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided
is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
|
Food, Chocolate, Candies
Food and food items like chocolate and candy can be shipped to Austria
provided they follow the rules and standards established by the
European Union.
You May Ship
- Baked goods (providing they do not contain meat products)
- Food supplements
- Meat extracts and meat concentrates
- Olives stuffed with fish
- Pasta and vermicelli without meat products
- Broths
- Honey*
- Powdered baby milk and food, and foods for special medical diets*
- Cured, cooked, or smoked fish*
*Maximum of 2 kg
Do Not Ship
- Meat and meat products
- Milk and milk products
Food, Chocolate, Candies Checklist
- Clearly indicate 'Food' on the commercial invoice in the General Description
or Remarks section (see sample)
- Ensure that your food, chocolate, or candies may be imported into the
country
- You are not shipping commercial quantities (for any duty & tax exemption)
- Check with your carrier that they will accept food shipments
Sources:
https://www.bmf.gv.at/dam/jcr:ef6fb6ec-395f-4719-a424-e8cb6f62031e/2021%2001%2001%20Veterin%C3%A4rbestimmungen%20Waren.pdf
Sample Commercial Invoice for Food, Chocolate, Candies
| Ship To |
Invoice |
|---|
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Getreidegasse 9
5020 Salzburg
Austria
Phone:
+43 662 844313 |
Carrier tracking number:
736534736
General Description:
Food Shipment - Assorted chocolate bars in their original manufacturer's packaging
Invoice number:
123456MGEP4916926
Customs Broker:
UPS
Date:
28 May 2023 |
| QTY |
Description of Goods |
C/O |
SubTotal |
|---|
| 1 Box |
Nestle Chocolate Bars in original packaging expiring May 2021 (shelf life of 6 months or longer)
|
CA |
$20.00 |
Terms of Sale:
None
Total number of packages:
1
Reason for export:
Permanent / Sold
Contact Name:
James Smith
|
Total Invoice Amount:
$20.00
Total Weight:
10.0 lbs
|
| Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided
is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
|
Samples
Commercial samples are those that can only be used for demonstration
purposes. The goal is to promote products and solicit sales; not to
sell the samples.
Samples shipped to Austria may be exempt from duty and tax if:
- They are of negligible value (up to €22 - about $35 CAD - and
no more than 10 kg in weight)
- They are for encouraging orders related to the sample
- There is no more than one sample of each style or quality in the
shipment
- The goods are shipped directly from Canada
- They must be consumed or destroyed during demonstration or exported
within 12 months of entry
Before shipping commercial samples to Austria, you must ensure the
following:
- The commercial invoice must clearly state that the package contains
samples
- Package is labelled: 'Mutilated Samples' or 'Marked Samples not for
Resale'
Commercial Sample Checklist
- A Commercial Invoice must be included with your shipment
- Clearly indicate 'Commercial Samples' on the commercial invoice in the
General Description & Detailed Description of Goods (see sample)
- The item shipped has tearing, perforation, slashing, defacing, or has
permanent marking clearing indicating the item as commercial sample
Sources:
https://www.wko.at/service/aussenwirtschaft/Zollbefreiungsverordnung.html
Sample Commercial Invoice for Commercial Sample
| Ship To |
Invoice |
|---|
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Getreidegasse 9
5020 Salzburg
Austria
Phone:
+43 662 844313 |
Carrier tracking number:
736534736
General Description:
Commercial Sample - Not for Resale
Invoice number:
123456MGEP4916926
Customs Broker:
UPS
Date:
28 May 2023 |
| QTY |
Description of Goods |
C/O |
SubTotal |
|---|
| 1 Box |
Commercial Sample - Advanced reading copy of Dan Brown's novel.
|
CA |
$20.00 |
Terms of Sale:
None
Total number of packages:
1
Reason for export:
Commercial Sample
Contact Name:
James Smith
|
Total Invoice Amount:
$20.00
Total Weight:
10.0 lbs
|
| Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided
is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
|
Advertising Material
Printed material for advertising purposes is exempt from duty on
imports such as:
- Posters
- Catalogues
- Price lists
- Calendars
- Instructions for use
- Unframed photographs
Shipping advertising material to Austria from Canada is fairly easy:
Ensure that:
- Package weight does not exceed 1 kg
- Forms clearly show the name of the company that produces or sells
the goods or supplies the services to which they refer
- A shipment with printed advertisements must be for only one service
or product
Advertising shipped for display at a trade fair or exhibition may be
sent using an ATA Carnet. See Temporary Imports for details.
Advertising Material Checklist
- Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'Promotional Material - Not for
Resale' (see sample)
- A detailed description of each item is provided
Sources:
https://www.wko.at/service/aussenwirtschaft/Zollbefreiungsverordnung.html
https://ec.europa.eu/world/agreements/prepareCreateTreatiesWorkspace/treatiesGeneralData.do?step=0&redirect=true&treatyId=533
Sample Commercial Invoice for Promotional Material
| Ship To |
Invoice |
|---|
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Getreidegasse 9
5020 Salzburg
Austria
Phone:
+43 662 844313 |
Carrier tracking number:
736534736
General Description:
Promotional Material - Not for Resale
Invoice number:
123456MGEP4916926
Customs Broker:
UPS
Date:
28 May 2023 |
| QTY |
Description of Goods |
C/O |
SubTotal |
|---|
| 1 Each |
Promotional Material: Not for Resale. Product pamphlets to hand out at trade show.
|
CA |
$163.00 |
Terms of Sale:
None
Total number of packages:
1
Reason for export:
Promotional Material
Contact Name:
James Smith
|
Total Invoice Amount:
$163.00
Total Weight:
10.0 lbs
|
| Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided
is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
|
Repairs
Sending a piece of equipment for repair to Austria from Canada is
fairly easy. Duty and taxes are exempt because of the European Union's
inward processing rules. Inward processing means items shipped from
Canada to Austria for repair will be duty-free.
Free warranty repairs done in Canada and returned to Austria will not
incur VAT.
Items Under Warranty
As Canada and Austria are part of the EU free-trade agreement (CETA),
repairs under warranty returning to Canada from Austria are duty-free
and will not be charged GST.
Items No Longer Under Warranty
An item that is no longer under warranty and returns to Canada from
Austria will be charged GST. The GST will be charged on the value of
the repair and on any parts required for the repair.
Sending Product for Repair to Austria
Sending equipment for repair to Austria is straightforward and exempt
of duty and taxes because of the European Union's inward processing
rules. Inward processing means items shipped from Canada to Austria
for repair will be duty-free.
Returning Repaired Product to Austria
Equipment repaired in Canada under a warranty will not incur duty and
taxes when they re-enter Austria.
Repair Checklist
- Commercial invoice must clearly indicate 'REPAIR & RETURN' under the General
Description or Remarks, and include the estimated time of return(see sample)
- Include repair contract with shipment
- Serial or product number and the cost of repairs should be indicated under
the Detailed Description of Goods section
- Include the original shipping documents or tracking number from when the
item was first exported to Austria or exported to Canada (depending on
which case applies)
- A commercial invoice must be included with your shipment
Sources:
https://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/dm-md/d8/d8-2-10-eng.html
https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/ALL/?uri=CELEX:32013R0952
https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/inward-processing_en
https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/outward-processing_en
Sample Commercial Invoice for Warranty Repair
| Ship To |
Invoice |
|---|
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Getreidegasse 9
5020 Salzburg
Austria
Phone:
+43 662 844313 |
Carrier tracking number:
736534736
General Description:
Repair and Return - Watch being sent for repair
Invoice number:
123456MGEP4916926
Customs Broker:
UPS
Date:
28 May 2023 |
| QTY |
Description of Goods |
C/O |
SubTotal |
|---|
| 1 Each |
Fossil Watch being sent for repair - Model E5, serial # 789456FG7E2 - Repair Cost $76.00
|
US |
$163.00 |
Terms of Sale:
None
Total number of packages:
1
Reason for export:
Warranty Repair
Contact Name:
James Smith
|
Total Invoice Amount:
$163.00
Total Weight:
10.0 lbs
|
| Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided
is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
|
Temporary Imports
Temporary imports of certain goods into Austria will be exempt from
duty and taxes for a period of up to 24 months. This may include an
article shipped from Canada to Austria for repair or an exhibition.
The following list include goods that qualify as temporary imports:
- Commercial samples
- Professional and scientific equipment
- Items that will be used or displayed at an exhibition, trade fair,
meeting, or other similar events
- Equipment required to evaluate and test the operation of other goods
and equipment
- Tools and specialised equipment required for repairing, exploring,
producing, or manufacturing
- Materials and goods to be used for entertainment
NOTE:
Advertising material shipped for display at a trade fair or exhibition
may be sent using an ATA Carnet.
Qualifying for Duty & Tax Free Temporary Import
In order to import your goods duty and tax free into Austria, you can
pick from Option 1 or 2 of the Temporary Import Methods listed below.
Each option has its pros and cons. Regardless, each of the following
methods requires you to complete a Commercial Invoice (CI). More
details below.
| Option # |
Temporary Import Method |
Risk of paying |
|---|
| 1 |
Commercial Invoice Only (no other documentation is provided) |
High - if broker cannot clear goods temporarily |
| 2 |
Commercial Invoice + ATA Carnet |
Very Low |
|
1. Complete a Commercial Invoice (CI) only
This is the simplest and quickest option.
See example.
NOTE: You should be aware that shipping using this
method doesn't guarantee that your items will be imported duty/tax
free. Not all brokers will clear goods as temporary imports (i.e. UPS,
Fedex, DHL) nor is it a guarantee that customs won't charge any duties
and taxes.
2. Commercial Invoice (CI) + an ATA Carnet
Completing an ATA Carnet is great option for items that frequently travel
in and out of the country. It's also great because once you have an ATA
Carnet, it is accepted by 176 countries worldwide making the application
process a one-time thing.
In addition to declaring your commercial invoice as a temporary
import, you can get an ATA Carnet for the items that are of temporary
nature.
ATA Carnets are beyond the scope of the article however, you can find
more information here: http://www.chamber.ca/carnet/
NOTE: It is highly recommended to get an ATA Carnet
for items that frequently travel in and out of the country and
especially so when it is valued over $2,500 USD
|
In addition to declaring your commercial invoice as a temporary
import, you can get an ATA Carnet for the items that are of temporary
nature.
ATA Carnets are beyond the scope of this article. You can, however,
contact your local chamber of commerce and they will be able to guide
you along. You can also find more information here:`
http://www.chamber.ca/carnet/
In addition to choosing option 1 or 2, the following conditions must also be met in order to qualify for a duty and VAT free exemption:
- The goods arrive and leave in the same condition, i.e. they undergo
no repairs nor are they used in manufacturing
- Stay no longer than 1 year in Austria
NOTE:
- If the above conditions are not followed, duties and taxes will be
charged as though the goods have been imported permanently.
- Your Customs broker can clear goods of a temporary nature (FedEx,
UPS, DHL, etc. typically cannot clear goods
of temporary nature)
Temporary Imports Checklist
- Commercial Invoice clearly stating 'Temporary Import'. This must be written
in the General Description section and the Detailed Description of Goods. (see sample)
- The goods arrive and leave in the same condition, i.e. they undergo no
repairs nor are they used in manufacturing
- Stay no longer than the period listed above
- Include your ATA Carnet with your shipment (if applicable)
- Include the expected return date or the date that it was originally received
within the country (whichever applies)
- Any above listed items not listed in this checklist
Sources:
https://www.trade.gov/knowledge-product/austria-temporary-entry
https://ec.europa.eu/taxation_customs/specific-use_en
https://chamber.ca/fr/service/services-dimportation-exportation/carnet-ata/
Sample Commercial Invoice for Temporary Imports
| Ship To |
Invoice |
|---|
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Getreidegasse 9
5020 Salzburg
Austria
Phone:
+43 662 844313 |
Carrier tracking number:
736534736
General Description:
Temporary Imports - Trade show booth and display equipment returning Jan 2020
Invoice number:
123456MGEP4916926
Customs Broker:
UPS
Date:
28 May 2023 |
| QTY |
Description of Goods |
C/O |
SubTotal |
|---|
| 1 box |
Temporary Imports - Trade show booth and display equipment
|
CA |
$1032.00 |
Terms of Sale:
None
Total number of packages:
1
Reason for export:
Temporary Imports
Contact Name:
James Smith
|
Total Invoice Amount:
$1032.00
Total Weight:
10.0 lbs
|
| Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided
is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
|
Permanent/Sold Goods
The duty threshold for shipments sent to Austria is €150 (about
$225 CAD). This means that duty is only applied if the value of the
shipment is above €150. Starting 1 July 2021, all shipments,
regardless of value, will be subject to VAT.
Occasional Shipper
If only you ship occasionally to Austria, for example, items sold on
eBay, there isn't too much you need to do. You must:
- Include 3 copies of the commercial invoice with your shipment
- Provide a detailed description of the goods on the commercial
invoice (in order to avoid customs delays).
NOTE:
An Economic Operator
Registration and Identification (EORI) number is NOT needed if you are
shipping as a private individual.
Regular Shipper
If you regularly sell and ship goods to Austria, we suggest you
consult with licenced customs broker in Austria.
There may be specific requirements to consider, for example, obtaining
an Economic Operator Registration and Identification (EORI)
Sources:
https://www.wko.at/service/aussenwirtschaft/Zollbefreiungsverordnung.html
Sample Commercial Invoice for Permanent/Sold Goods
| Ship To |
Invoice |
|---|
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Getreidegasse 9
5020 Salzburg
Austria
Phone:
+43 662 844313 |
Carrier tracking number:
736534736
General Description:
Permanent/Sold: Parts and accessories for Canon B78n camera
Invoice number:
123456MGEP4916926
Customs Broker:
UPS
Date:
28 May 2023 |
| QTY |
Description of Goods |
C/O |
SubTotal |
|---|
| 15 Each |
Camera Lenses: Canon EF 50mm, Canon EF 85mm & wide-angle lenses.
|
CA |
$132.00 |
Terms of Sale:
None
Total number of packages:
1
Reason for export:
Permanent/Sold
Contact Name:
James Smith
|
Total Invoice Amount:
$1980.00
Total Weight:
10.0 lbs
|
| Declaration Statement: I hereby certify that information provided
is true and complete to the best of my knowledge
|
Duty &
Taxes
Shipments to Austria have VAT and duty charges calculated using the CIF
method, i.e. the sum of the customs value plus insurance fees plus
freight costs.
By knowing the CIF value of a shipment, you will be able to predict the
duty and taxes owed by the recipient.
Thresholds
Some countries provide a duty and tax threshold (also called the de
minimis value), which means that below a certain amount no duty or
taxes are incurred on the import of that shipment.
In Austria, all shipments will incur VAT, however, shipments with a
CIF value of €150 CIF (about $225 CDN) or less will not incur
any duty.
NOTE: Alcoholic beverages, perfumes, and eau
de toilette are always subject to VAT, duties, and excise taxes.
| Currency |
Euro (EUR) - € |
| Duty Exemption (De minimis Value) |
€150 (about $225 CAD) |
| Duty Calculation Method |
CIF |
| TAX (VAT) |
20% |
Tax Exemption
(De minimis Value) |
€0 - effective July 1st, 2021 |
| Tax Calculation Method |
CIF |
|
|
Duties on Imports
Canada has a free trade agreement with the EU (CETA) therefore a
reduced or zero rate of duty applies to most imports to Austria from
Canada.
- Candy0%
- Chocolate0%
- Spirits and WinesVariable*
- TobaccoVariable*
- Books0%
- Documents0%
- Video Games & Consoles0%
- Computers & Laptops0%
- Tablets0%
- Mobiles0%
- Cameras0%
- Accessories for Electronics0%
- Coats0%
- Beauty Products & Cosmetics0%
- Jewellery0%
- Shirts & Pants0%
- Home Appliances0%
- Toys0%
- Sports Equipment0%
*For alcoholic beverages: still and sparkling wine: 20%; spirits:
€1,200 (about $1,775 CAD) per hectolitre of pure alcohol + 20%
*For tobacco products: €58 (about $85 CAD) per 1000 cigarettes;
€100 (about $150) per 1000 cigars/cigarillos
Sources:
https://www.usp.gv.at/en/steuern-finanzen/umsatzsteuer/steuersaetze-der-umsatzsteuer.html
https://www.bmf.gv.at/en/topics/customs/post-internet/internet-shopping.html
https://www.tariffinder.ca/en/getStarted
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