VAT & Import Tax Information

April 26, 2023
VAT regulations - iFlight Europe Official
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Transparent VAT Collection for EU & Non-EU Countries

At iFlight Europe, we aim to provide transparent pricing and a smooth international shopping experience for FPV customers worldwide.

Depending on your destination country, taxes and import charges are either collected directly during checkout or by local customs authorities and shipping carriers upon delivery.


European Union (EU) Orders

For shipments within the European Union:

  • VAT is included in displayed product prices
  • Applicable VAT is collected directly during checkout
  • No additional import duties or customs charges apply within the EU single market

VAT rates may vary depending on your destination country and applicable local EU tax regulations.

Example

  • Austria: Prices include 20% Austrian VAT

Non-EU Countries (DAP)

For most countries outside the European Union, prices are displayed without VAT.

Import VAT, customs duties, and carrier handling fees are generally not included during checkout and may instead be collected upon arrival by the local customs authority or shipping carrier.

Customers are responsible for any applicable import charges in their destination country.

Shipping carriers may additionally charge customs clearance, brokerage, or handling fees depending on local import procedures.


United Kingdom (UK) – DDP

United Kingdom customers benefit from DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) processing.

What This Means

  • UK VAT and applicable import charges are calculated and collected directly during checkout
  • No additional customs charges are usually collected upon delivery

This provides a smoother and more transparent purchasing experience for UK customers.


Switzerland & Other Non-EU Countries

For countries such as Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, Serbia, and other non-EU destinations:

  • Product prices are displayed without VAT
  • Import VAT, customs duties, and carrier handling fees may apply upon delivery
  • Charges are determined by local customs authorities and shipping carriers

We strongly recommend reviewing your local import regulations before placing an order.


Example of VAT Application

Austria (EU)

  • VAT included during checkout
  • Austrian VAT rate: 20%

United Kingdom (DDP)

  • UK VAT collected during checkout
  • No additional import VAT collected upon delivery in most cases

Switzerland (DAP)

  • No VAT collected during checkout
  • Swiss import VAT and customs-related charges collected upon delivery

Typical VAT Rates in Selected Non-EU Countries

The following rates are examples only and may vary depending on local tax regulations and government adjustments:

  • United Kingdom: 20%
  • Norway: 25%
  • Switzerland: 8.1%

VAT Rates Disclaimer

VAT rates shown on this page are provided for informational purposes only and may change depending on local tax regulations and government updates.


Customs & Import Responsibilities

Customers are responsible for:

  • Paying any applicable import VAT, customs duties, and handling fees
  • Reviewing local import regulations before placing an order
  • Ensuring imported products comply with local laws and regulations

Import tax thresholds, duty exemptions, and customs procedures vary depending on destination country and local regulations.


Customs Processing & Delays

International orders may occasionally experience customs-related delays outside our control.

Customs clearance procedures vary depending on:

  • Destination country
  • Order value
  • Carrier procedures
  • Local customs regulations

We have no control over customs processing times, import procedures, or locally charged fees once a shipment arrives in the destination country.


Battery Imports & Customs

Orders containing lithium batteries may be subject to additional customs inspections, transport restrictions, or import limitations depending on destination country and local regulations.

Certain countries or carriers may restrict or refuse battery imports entirely.


Refused Customs Charges & Returned Orders

If import taxes, customs duties, or carrier fees are refused by the customer, resulting return shipping costs, customs charges, carrier handling fees, and related expenses may be deducted from the refund amount.

Refunds can only be processed once the returned shipment has arrived back at our warehouse.


Business Customers

Business customers within the European Union may contact our support team regarding VAT-related business purchases where applicable.


Contact & Support

If you have any questions regarding VAT, import duties, customs procedures, or international tax regulations, please contact our support team.

At iFlight Europe, we are committed to providing transparent pricing and a smooth international FPV shopping experience worldwide.

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