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E-commerce up to €150 · European Union

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If provided, VAT was collected at sale

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What we check

  • €150 threshold check
  • IOSS number format
  • Excise goods excluded
  • Import office and destination country

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Enter your H7 declaration: formats, consistency between fields and system-specific rules are checked, with a score and a PDF report.

  • Score out of 100 and readiness level
  • Blocking issues and warnings, ranked
  • Recommended actions
  • Downloadable PDF report

The H7 data set is a simplified customs declaration for low-value consignments imported into the European Union, typically e-commerce parcels. It only applies to certain goods and below a value ceiling: a consignment outside the H7 scope needs a full declaration.

When can you use an H7 declaration?

  • The consignment enters the European Union and its intrinsic value does not exceed €150
  • The goods are not subject to excise duties (alcohol, tobacco, etc.)
  • The goods are not subject to specific prohibitions or restrictions

The customs duty relief for low-value consignments is being reformed at EU level. Check the rules in force on the date of import, particularly regarding customs duties.

IOSS and destination-country VAT

Since 2021, VAT is due on all imported consignments from the first euro, at the rate of the destination country. With the Import One-Stop Shop (IOSS), the seller or marketplace collects VAT at the time of sale and the declaration states its IOSS number, so the parcel is not taxed again on delivery. Without IOSS, VAT is paid on import, often by the recipient through the carrier.

Common errors

  • Total consignment value above €150
  • 6-digit HS code missing or badly formatted
  • Excise goods declared under H7
  • IOSS number missing or in the wrong format
  • Incomplete consignee address, vague description
  • Import office located in a different country from the destination

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum value for an H7 declaration?

The intrinsic value of the consignment must not exceed €150. Above that, a full import declaration is required.

Is an IOSS number mandatory?

No, but without IOSS the VAT is collected on import. With IOSS, it has already been collected at the time of sale.

Which commodity code goes in an H7 declaration?

The 6-digit Harmonized System code is sufficient for an H7 declaration.

Can alcohol or tobacco be declared under H7?

No. Excise goods are excluded from the H7 data set and require a standard declaration.

Is the check suitable for large parcel volumes?

The check verifies one declaration at a time. Use it to validate your data model and spot recurring errors before a bulk filing.