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Import Tax and Duty Calculator

Calculate total import cost including all fees and taxes

Cost Calculation Formula

FOB + shipping + insurance = CIF
CIF + duty (%) + tax (%) + fees = Total Cost

Tax and Duty Rates by Country

CountryVATCustoms Duty
Saudi Arabia15%5-20%
UAE5%0-5%
Egypt14%0-40%
Jordan16%0-30%
Kuwait0%5-20%
Qatar0%5-20%
Oman5%0-20%
Bahrain10%0-20%
Iraq0%5-30%

Import Cost Components

Product Price FOB

Price in China before shipping

$10,000

Shipping Cost

Sea or air depending on volume

$2,500

Insurance (1-2%)

Optional but recommended

$125

Customs Duties

Varies by product type and country

$500-2000

VAT

Applies in most countries

$750-2000

Clearance Fees

Customs broker + port fees

$300-800

Real Calculation Examples

Saudi ArabiaHousehold goods worth $10,000

CIF

$12,500

Duty

$625 (5%)

VAT

$1,969 (15%)

Total

$15,094

UAEElectronics worth $20,000

CIF

$23,000

Duty

$0 (0%)

VAT

$1,150 (5%)

Total

$24,150

EgyptClothing worth $5,000

CIF

$6,000

Duty

$1,200 (20%)

VAT

$1,008 (14%)

Total

$8,208

Tips to Reduce Costs

  • Use correct HS Code to avoid additional fees
  • Consider consolidation for small shipments
  • Check free trade agreements between China and your country
  • Import in larger quantities to benefit from shipping discounts
  • Compare multiple customs brokers to get the best price