Custom Information

🌐 International Customs & Tax Guide

When importing products from Japan, customs duties and taxes (e.g. VAT, GST, Sales Tax) may apply depending on your country's regulations.
These fees are payable by the customer upon delivery and are not included in the product price.

Below is a general overview by region. Please contact your local customs office or a licensed tax professional for the most accurate information.

🇺🇸 United States

  • Tariff Rates:

    ①Japan-origin trading cards: 15%

    ⓶China-origin trading cards and plush toys: 30%
  • Customs Threshold:
    As of August 29, 2025, the de minimis rule has been abolished, and customs duties are no longer exempt even for imports under USD 800 per day.

  • Notice:
    Starting from September 12, 2025, 3:00 PM (JST), FandomTokyo will collect customs duties in addition to product price and shipping fees at checkout. The duty amount will be displayed on the payment page. This means you will no longer be billed for customs duties upon delivery. In addition, knowing the duty amount in advance increases transparency.

  • Sales Tax:
    Sales tax rates vary by state. When purchasing via the Shop app, sales tax will be collected. For purchases on the official FandomTokyo website, sales tax is not currently applied but may be in the future.

🇨🇦 Canada

  • Customs Duties: Vary by item and province.
  • Trading Cards: Typically 5–15% duty or tax.
  • Use this official estimator tool from CBSA for an estimate.
  • Final charges may include both federal GST and provincial taxes.

🇪🇺 European Union (e.g. Germany, France)

  • Threshold: Duties apply on orders over EUR 150.But VAT applies regardless of the order amount.
  • VAT Rate: Around 19–25%, depending on the country.
  • Duty-Free Exceptions: VAT exemptions may apply under certain conditions.
  • Sales Tax: May be applied in some EU countries.
  • Taxable Base: Product price + shipping fees.

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

  • VAT: Flat rate of 20%.
  • Threshold: Applies to orders over GBP 135.
  • Taxable Base: Product price + shipping fees.

🇦🇺 Australia

  • GST (Goods and Services Tax): 10% on product price + shipping.
  • Duty-Free Threshold: Orders under AUD 1,000 are typically GST only, no customs duty.
  • If the seller is registered for Australian GST, it may be charged at checkout.

🇳🇿 New Zealand

  • GST: 15% for orders under NZD 1,000.
  • Import Duties: Apply only on orders over NZD 1,000.
  • Most trading cards are duty-free, but some items may incur 5–10% duty.
  • Taxable Base: Product price + shipping fees.

📌 Notes

  • All rates are approximate and subject to change.
  • Duties and taxes are calculated by your country's customs office upon import.
  • We recommend checking with your local customs authority for up-to-date rates and procedures.

If you need further assistance, feel free to contact us. We're happy to help guide you through the international shopping experience! ✨