Import taxes

Dr. Gediminas Valantiejus Attorney at Law, Dr. Gediminas Valantiejus Law-Firm GVLEX
January 16, 2021
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Import taxes

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“Import taxes” - the term is used to define the totality of customs-administered taxes (taxes paid to customs administrations/ authorities) applied in the EU, which, in accordance with the national legislation of the EU and EU Member States, are levied on imports of goods, including customs duties, import VAT and excise duties.
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