Cyprus Customs Duty 2026: Stay Compliant, Reduce Costs

Overview of Cyprus Import Duties

As a member of the European Union, Cyprus applies the EU Common Customs Tariff (CCT) to goods imported from non-EU countries, while goods originating within the EU generally enter duty-free. The duty structure relies heavily on the Combined Nomenclature (CN) for classification, affecting the applicable rates and regulatory requirements. SME importers must account for the standard Import Duty, VAT, and potential Excise duties based on the CIF (Cost, Insurance, and Freight) value of the shipment.

Key Duty Types

• Ad Valorem Duty: This is the primary customs duty calculated as a percentage of the commercial value of the imported goods plus shipping and insurance costs.
• Specific and Compound Duties: Certain agricultural or sensitive goods may incur duties based on weight or volume, or a combination of value and quantity.
• Excise Duty: A consumption tax levied on specific goods such as petroleum products, vehicles, tobacco, and alcohol, regardless of their origin.
• Anti-Dumping Duties: Additional tariffs applied to specific goods from non-EU countries sold at prices lower than their normal value to protect local industry.
• US-Specific Fees (Section 301, MPF, HMF): Note that Section 301, Merchandise Processing Fees (MPF), and Harbor Maintenance Fees (HMF) are United States regulations and do not apply to imports into Cyprus.