The European Union will impose a flat €3 tax on parcels valued under €150 beginning 1 July 2026, with the rate set to become progressive after two years. The tax increases logistics costs for low‑value cross‑border e‑commerce, affects retailers and consumers, and directs most of the revenue to the EU budget. European Commission, EU member states, e‑commerce platforms, logistics companies, and consumers. National customs authorities will begin collecting the fee; after two years the EU plans to replace it with a progressive tax based on origin and product cost. Starting 1 July 2026 the European Union will levy a €3 charge on every parcel valued under €150, with the proceeds split 75 % to the EU budget and 25 % to national budgets. The measure is intended as an interim step; after two years it will be replaced by a progressive tax that considers the origin and cost of the goods. While the fee raises logistics expenses for low‑value cross‑border e‑commerce, it also creates a predictable revenue stream for EU finances.
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