🇹🇷 Import Customs & Duties: Turkey
Quick Facts
Duty-free threshold
$0
Duty applies from $0
VAT / Sales Tax
20%
CIF value + duty. Reduced rates: 10% for basic food, health, education; 1% for agricultural products and some basic goods.
Clearance Time
3-10 days
typical processing
Note: Simplified low-value customs system abolished Feb 2026. All overseas e-commerce goes through standard customs
Duty Rates by Category
| Category | Duty Rate | HS Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0-5% | HS 85 |
| Clothing | 12-30% | HS 61-62 |
| Footwear | 8-20% | HS 64 |
| Food products | 5-50% | HS 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0-4% | HS 84 |
| Cosmetics | 3-15% | HS 33 |
| Books | 0% | HS 49 |
| Toys | 0-10% | HS 95 |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on the HS code of your item.
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Customs Clearance Process
Turkish Customs (Gumruk) uses BILGe electronic declaration system. Turkey has a Customs Union with the EU for industrial goods (zero duty). Personal imports under €22 were duty-free but this threshold is frequently reviewed. PTT handles postal customs.
What to Actually Expect
Turkish customs has improved with digitalization but can still be unpredictable. PTT postal customs may take 1-3 weeks. The EU Customs Union eliminates duties on industrial goods from EU countries, making those imports cheaper. Agricultural imports face high tariffs and quotas. Express couriers process in 2-5 days.
Required Documents
Commercial Invoice
Item description, quantity, value, sender and receiver details
Packing List
Detailed description of contents in each package
Customs Declaration (CN22/CN23)
Required for postal shipments
Air Waybill (AWB)
Generated by the carrier when booking the shipment
Certificate of Origin
May be required for reduced duties (FTA/preferential rates)
Export/Import License
For restricted goods (electronics, medicines, chemicals)
Import License Requirements
Import licenses for agricultural products under quota, weapons, pharmaceuticals, chemicals. Additional surcharges on many consumer goods. TSEK certification for food safety. CE marking accepted under EU Customs Union alignment.
Certificate of Origin
TOBB (Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey) issues certificates. A.TR movement certificate for EU Customs Union goods. EUR.1 for FTA partners. Certificates critical for leveraging EU Customs Union benefits.
Learn more →Prohibited & Restricted Items
Prohibited
- xNarcotics and illegal drugs
- xExplosives and flammable materials
- xWeapons and ammunition
- xCounterfeit goods
- xCounterfeit currency and documents
Restricted (permit required)
- !Medicines and pharmaceuticals
- !Food and beverages
- !Plants and seeds
- !Electronics (lithium batteries)
- !Perfumes and cosmetics (volume limits)
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Duty & Tax Estimate
Estimated import charges when shipping goods to Turkey:
| Goods Value | Duty | VAT/Tax | Total Charges |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $5 | $11 | $16 |
| $100 | $10 | $22 | $32 |
| $200 | $20 | $44 | $64 |
| $500 | $50 | $110 | $160 |
| $1000 | $100 | $220 | $320 |
Estimates only. Actual duties depend on product category and HS code.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the duty-free threshold for Turkey?
Turkey has no duty-free threshold. All imported goods are subject to duties regardless of their value.
What is the VAT rate on imports to Turkey?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to Turkey is 20%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. Reduced rates: 10% for basic food, health, education; 1% for agricultural products and some basic goods.
How long does customs clearance take in Turkey?
Typical customs clearance in Turkey takes 3-10 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into Turkey?
To import into Turkey, you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/airway bill, and customs declaration. Some goods may require a certificate of origin or import license.
What items are prohibited from import into Turkey?
Turkey prohibits the import of narcotics, weapons, counterfeit goods, certain animal products, and hazardous materials. Restrictions may also apply to alcohol, tobacco, pharmaceuticals, and certain electronics.