VAT & Customs

Import VAT in the Netherlands: How Much Will You Pay Upfront?

Importing into the Netherlands from outside the EU? Estimate how much import VAT you fund at the border with this free worksheet, and check whether Article 23 deferment could keep that cash in your business.

3 Min

October 1, 2026

Author:

Armita & Savina

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