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Why do I have to pay for the import of a shipment?
FAQResidential
My shipment is coming from within the EU
, Some regions of the EU are also subject to customs duties and VAT because they are not part of the EU customs territory, even if they belong to the geographical territory of the EU (e.g. the Canary Islands).
, My shipment is coming from outside the EU
, In accordance with European customs legislation and VAT regulations, you must pay taxes (customs duties, VAT, excise duty and administrative processing charges) on all commercial shipments from outside the EU. Your shipment will only be delivered if you pay these charges within 14 days of receiving the payment notification. Once the import fees are paid, your shipment will be presented to customs. If your shipment is a gift , you may be exempt from import charges in certain cases. If you order from a registered online shop (Import One-Stop Shop or IOSS), which pays the VAT in advance, you don’t have to pay any additional taxes, customs duties or administrative fees to the customs clearance service of bpost. You can easily recognise a recognised webshop: if your shopping basket states that VAT is included, you are safe! Most major webshops such as
, AliExpress, eBay and Wish
, are already registered. Ali Express Ebay Wish
, Please note:
, shipments with a value above €150 are always subject to customs duties and administrative processing costs.
The delivery address on my parcel is wrong. Now what?
FAQResidential
The address listed in Track & Trace or the My bpost app is based on the address provided by the sender to bpost.
, The address is not my current address
, Unfortunately, we cannot change it. The shipment will be delivered to the address indicated. Check whether your profile details are up to date in the online shop where you placed an order.
, The address is wrong or incomplete
, If you notice that the delivery address is wrong or incomplete, you can still modify it in the My bpost app or in Track & Trace. Provided that: Your parcel has not yet arrived at our sorting centre. Both the correct and incorrect address share the same postal code. The delivery address is not a Pick-up point. Your parcel is sent from Belgium.
, Tip:
, always check that your address details are up to date when ordering from an online store.
, I cannot change the delivery address (anymore)
, Don't worry, when your shipment is en route for delivery, our postmen are asked to compare the address with the one printed on the shipping label. If we cannot find the address or match it, we will return your shipment to the sender. You will be notified of this in Track & Trace and the My bpost app. In this case, contact the sender to determine what steps should be taken.
, My shipment comes from outside the EU
, If you see a wrong address during the import procedure and receive an invitation to pay the import costs, it is best to refuse the shipment. This is because we cannot guarantee that the shipment will be delivered correctly and you cannot get a refund for the import costs.
I received a suspicious text message or email, allegedly from bpost. What should I do?
FAQResidential
You may receive an email or text message that appears to be from bpost. It might look real, but it was not sent by us. These emails or texts are fraudulent messages, also known as phishing, sent by scammers. The following tips will help you recognize phishing and will inform you about what to do with these types of messages.
, Do not believe every text message or e-mail and don't just enter your personal details
, First of all, ask yourself whether you are expecting a parcel. For shipments within the EU, bpost will never ask you to pay when your parcel is in transit (e.g. to avoid extra costs), or to provide personal information by e-mail or text message. Furthermore, bpost will never threaten to send a bailiff if you don't pay for your parcel. Only enter personal details if you are 100% sure that you are dealing with bpost. We will never ask you for personal information via e-mail or text message.
, Check the web address
, A fraudulent email or text message usually contains a link or button that goes to an untrustworthy website. You can check the URL by hovering over the link with your mouse. The web address will then appear at the bottom left of your browser. If you do not recognize the address immediately, do not click the link.
, Help prevent phishing
, Forward suspicious messages to abuse@bpost.be . This way, you will help prevent others from becoming victims of scammers.
For home deliveries: The length of the longest side must be no more than 1.5m. The sum of all dimensions must not exceed 3m: 1x length + 2x width + 2x height ≤3m. The maximum weight is 30kg. Benefit from the Economy tariff for smaller, lighter parcels that weigh no more than 2kg, provided the longest side does not exceed 60cm and the sum of all dimensions is 90cm or less. This tariff also applies to rolls that are no more than 60cm long and 20cm in diameter. For deliveries to pick-up points: France: Pick-up point: The length of the longest side must not exceed 120cm. The sum of all dimensions must be no more than 150cm (1x length + 1x width + 1x height) Maximum weight of 30kg Parcel Locker: Maximum dimensions of 64x38x39cm Maximum weight of 25kg Luxembourg : Pick-up point: The length of the longest side must not exceed 150cm. The sum of all dimensions must be no more than 300cm (1x length + 2x width + 2x height) Maximum weight of 30kg Parcel Locker: Maximum dimensions of 75x44x61cm Maximum weight of 30kg The Netherlands: Pick-up point: Maximum dimensions of 80x50x40cm Maximum weight of 20kg Maximum volume of 150dm3 (a capacity of 150l) Parcel Locker: Maximum dimensions of 60x35x35cm Maximum weight of 20kg
The address listed in Track & Trace or the My bpost app is based on the address provided by the sender to bpost.
, The address is wrong or incomplete
, If you notice that the delivery address is wrong or incomplete, you can still modify it in the My bpost app or in Track & Trace. Provided that: Your parcel has not yet arrived at our sorting centre. Both the correct and incorrect address share the same postal code. The delivery address is not a Pick-up point. Your parcel is sent from Belgium.
, Tip:
, always check that your address details are up to date when ordering from an online store.
, I cannot change the delivery address (anymore)
, Don't worry, when your shipment is en route for delivery, our postmen are asked to compare the address with the one printed on the shipping label. If we cannot find the address or match it, we will return your shipment to the sender. You will be notified of this in Track & Trace and the My bpost app. In this case, contact the sender to determine what steps should be taken.
, My shipment comes from outside the EU
, If you see a wrong address during the import procedure and receive an invitation to pay the import costs, it is best to refuse the shipment. This is because we cannot guarantee that the shipment will be delivered correctly and you cannot get a refund for the import costs.
We understand how it could be irritating to have to show your ID card every time you receive registered mail. However, under the postal law ( see Royal Decree of 14 March 2022 – Chapter 2 Article 9. § 1 ) our delivery and counter staff have an obligation to check your identity and to take a photo of an official document confirming your identity. That is because registered mail has legal value. We therefore need to check your proof of identity to verify your identity, so we can be certain that the mail has been handed to the right person.
, Valid documents other than your ID card
, You can have the delivery person take a photo of another official proof of identity rather than your ID card . id-passport-permis Transport
, Have registered mail delivered straight to your letterbox
, You can also have your registered mail delivered straight to your letterbox without having to sign for it. You can activate this option in the My bpost app (as a delivery preference) or at a Post Office or Post Point – upon presentation of your ID card. You authorise bpost to deliver registered mail straight to your letterbox and you will no longer need to show your ID card or even be home at the time of delivery.
I disagree with the import costs. What can I do?
FAQResidential
Paying import costs is a legal obligation when you order something from outside the EU. In addition to paying, you have the following options:
, I agree to pay but disagree with the amount
, The calculated import costs are based on the estimated value of the contents (based on the invoice), the official VAT rates and the customs duties applicable on the goods being shipped. If you can prove that the value was not estimated correctly, you can request a recalculation. In some cases, shipments are exempt from VAT and customs duties. You can request a recalculation in the following cases: shipments sent as a gift a diplomat receives a shipment a shipment is reimported Enter the barcode of your shipment into Track & Trace or the My bpost app. You will find the dispute form above the payment button. Once we receive your request, the payment deadline will be cancelled. Your request will be reviewed and either accepted or declined. You will be able to see the result in Track & Trace and in the My bpost app, and you will receive a new payment request with a payment deadline. If the shipment can be imported free of charge, you will be notified. The shipment is then presented to Belgian customs for clearance.
, I refuse to pay the import costs
, If you refuse to pay the import costs, we will not be able to deliver your shipment and it will be returned to sender. You can contact the sender to see if the purchase value can be fully or partially refunded to you. You can refuse to pay online. To do so, enter the barcode of your shipment via Track & Trace or the My bpost app. You will find the 'refuse' button next to the payment button.
My parcel is from outside the EU. What process does it have to go through before I can receive it?
FAQResidential
When a parcel from outside the European Union arrives in Belgium, it is handed over to the bpost customs clearance service, which prepares it for customs clearance. The process is as follows:
, 1. Clearance of the parcel
, If VAT on your parcel has been paid in advance via the webshop, it will be immediately handed over to customs. If not, it will be cleared through customs first. This includes the calculation of customs duties, VAT and any other fees (like anti-dumping duties and environmental duties). As of July 1, 2021, this applies to all shipments, regardless of their value. More information about the customs rules. As the recipient, you must pay these import costs in advance via the My bpost app or via Track & Trace. You will receive an email, text message or letter with a payment invitation.
, 2. Security check
, Customs performs a security check on all goods arriving in Belgium from outside the European Union. Customs checks whether the goods can be imported to Belgium. If not (e.g. counterfeit goods, weapons or medicine), customs blocks your parcel. If so, your parcel is cleared and will be released.
, 3. Delivery of the parcel
, As soon as customs clears the goods, bpost takes care of delivery. Bear in mind that the whole process can take several days. You can track the status of your parcel via Track & Trace. You will be notified if any further formalities need to be completed.
For home deliveries: The length of the longest side must be no more than 1.5m. The sum of all dimensions must not exceed 3m: 1x length + 2x width + 2x height ≤3m. 1 The maximum weight is 30kg. 2 Benefit from the Economy tariff for smaller, lighter parcels that weigh no more than 2kg, provided the longest side does not exceed 60cm and the sum of all dimensions is 90cm or less. This tariff also applies to rolls that are no more than 60cm long and 20cm in diameter. For deliveries to pick-up points: France: Pick-up point: The length of the longest side must not exceed 120cm. The sum of all dimensions must be no more than 150cm (1x length + 1x width + 1x height) Maximum weight of 30kg Parcel Locker: Maximum dimensions of 64x38x39cm Maximum weight of 25kg Luxembourg : Pick-up point: The length of the longest side must not exceed 150cm. The sum of all dimensions must be no more than 300cm (1x length + 2x width + 2x height) Maximum weight of 30kg Parcel Locker: Maximum dimensions of 75x44x61cm Maximum weight of 30kg The Netherlands: Pick-up point: Maximum dimensions of 80x50x40cm Maximum weight of 20kg Maximum volume of 150dm3 (a capacity of 150l) Parcel Locker: Maximum dimensions of 60x35x35cm Maximum weight of 20kg 1 For France, a surcharge applies if L x W x H >150 cm 2 Certain countries limit the weight of parcels (example: 20 kg), see limits per country
I get a message that my parcel has been delivered, but I haven't received anything. What now?
FAQResidential
A couple of tips if you have not received anything: Check if someone else (your neighbour or flatmate) has received your parcel. If it is a small parcel, the postman may have delivered it to your letterbox without ringing the doorbell. Your parcel may also have been delivered according to your delivery preferences (directly to a Pick-up point, to your safe location or to your neighbour). If it is left in a safe place by your home, you can view the photo of that safe place in the My bpost app or Track & Trace. Also make sure that you have not received a failed delivery notice from the postman in your letterbox. It will tell you where your parcel has gone to. Keep in mind that you only receive this notice if we cannot reach you digitally.
, If you are the receiver
, and you still cannot find your parcel, please contact the sender for a solution. He is the only one who can start an investigation at bpost and make sure that you still receive your parcel.
, If you are the sender
, , please contact our customer service. This is best done using our online form . This way you can immediately provide us with all the necessary information and documents to handle your ticket.
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