Online orders from foreign merchants, with a value of up to 150 euros, will be subject to a 20% VAT in the Republic of Moldova, starting November 1st. Posta Moldovei specifies that the tax will be applied to purchased goods, and in case of returning the package, the paid VAT will not be refunded, reports IPN.

According to the institution, the VAT can be paid at the time of placing the order, through the platform or the merchant, if this option is available, or upon collection of the parcel from Moldova Post, if the tax has not been paid in advance. For parcels with goods valued over 150 euros, the provisions of the current customs and tax legislation will continue to apply.

Shipments sent between individuals, without the involvement of a commercial entity, including gifts up to a value of 150 euros, will be exempt from VAT, under the conditions provided by law. Moldova Post recommends senders to correctly declare the content and nature of the shipments.

From January 1, 2027, a handling fee of 12 lei will be introduced for each targeted parcel. This will be charged separately from VAT and any potential customs duties or other applicable payments.

Moldova Post recommends customers to check, at the moment of placing the order, whether the VAT has been paid through the platform or the merchant, or if it will need to be paid upon collection of the parcel.