🇪🇸 Import Customs & Duties: España
Quick Facts
Umbral libre de impuestos
$0
Impuestos desde $0
IVA / Impuesto
21%
CIF value + duty. Reduced rates: 10% for food, water, housing; 4% for bread, milk, books, medicines. Canary Islands: 7% IGIC instead.
Clearance Time
2-5 days
typical processing
Duty Rates by Category
| Category | Duty Rate | HS Chapter |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 0-3.7% | HS 85 |
| Clothing | 12% | HS 61-62 |
| Footwear | 8-17% | HS 64 |
| Food products | 0-26% | HS 01-24 |
| Machinery | 0-4% | HS 84 |
| Cosmetics | 2.5-6.5% | HS 33 |
| Books | 0% | HS 49 |
| Toys | 0-4.7% | HS 95 |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on the HS code of your item.
Calculadora de aranceles
Customs Clearance Process
Agencia Tributaria (AEAT) manages Spanish customs under EU Customs Code. Electronic declarations via DELT@ system. IOSS for low-value B2C imports. Correos handles postal customs and charges a handling fee for customs-liable parcels.
What to Actually Expect
Spanish customs is reasonably efficient. Correos charges ~€3-5 handling fee for customs processing. Express couriers handle clearance in 1-2 days. The Canary Islands have a separate tax system (IGIC 7% instead of IVA 21%), making imports there cheaper. Madrid-Barajas is the main customs hub.
Documentos necesarios
Factura comercial
Descripción, cantidad, valor, datos del remitente y destinatario
Lista de empaque
Descripción detallada del contenido
Declaración aduanera (CN22/CN23)
Requerida para envíos postales
Guía aérea (AWB)
Generada por el transportista al reservar el envío
Certificado de origen
Puede requerirse para aranceles reducidos
Licencia de exportación/importación
Para productos restringidos
Import License Requirements
EU-standard licensing. Additional Spanish requirements for food products (AESAN health agency), agricultural products. Canary Islands (IGIC tax zone) have different import rules.
Certificate of Origin
Spanish Chambers of Commerce issue certificates. EU preferential certificates (EUR.1, EUR-MED) for FTA partners. Canary Islands, Ceuta, and Melilla have separate customs regimes.
Learn more →Artículos prohibidos y restringidos
Prohibidos
- xNarcóticos y drogas ilegales
- xExplosivos y materiales inflamables
- xArmas y municiones
- xProductos falsificados
- xMoneda y documentos falsos
Restringidos (requiere permiso)
- !Medicamentos
- !Alimentos y bebidas
- !Plantas y semillas
- !Electrónica (baterías de litio)
- !Perfumes y cosméticos
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Estimación de aranceles
Cargos de importación estimados al enviar mercancías a España:
| Valor del producto | Arancel | IVA/Impuesto | Total a pagar |
|---|---|---|---|
| $50 | $2 | $11 | $13 |
| $100 | $4 | $22 | $26 |
| $200 | $8 | $44 | $52 |
| $500 | $21 | $109 | $130 |
| $1000 | $42 | $219 | $261 |
Solo estimaciones. Los aranceles reales dependen de la categoría del producto.
Rutas populares a España
Preguntas frecuentes
What is the duty-free threshold for España?
España has no duty-free threshold. All imported goods are subject to duties regardless of their value.
What is the VAT rate on imports to España?
The VAT/tax rate on imports to España is 21%. VAT applies to: CIF value + duty. Reduced rates: 10% for food, water, housing; 4% for bread, milk, books, medicines. Canary Islands: 7% IGIC instead.
How long does customs clearance take in España?
Typical customs clearance in España takes 2-5 days. Express shipments usually clear faster.
What documents are needed to import into España?
To import into España, 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 España?
España 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.