Moldova to implement 20% VAT on foreign online orders

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Starting October 1, 2026, Moldova will implement a 20% VAT on online orders from foreign platforms, such as Temu, Shein, and AliExpress, for packages valued up to 150 euros. Additionally, a processing fee of 12 lei will be applied to each parcel.

Finance Minister Victoria Belous stated that the objective of these measures is not to halt e-commerce activity.

Entities

AliExpress · China · Shein · Temu · Victoria Belous

Sources

Ministra Finanțelor, despre TVA de 20% pentru coletele online: „Nu ne propunem să oprim acest comerț” [news.yam.md]

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