Get helpful insights before you ship, including courier options, delivery expectations, and key regulations.
Top courier services when shipping to Philippines include, DPEX - Express, Aramex - Parcel & Hong Kong Post - E-Express.
When shipping to Philippines, ensure you pack shipments securely. See our guide.
Popular eCommerce platforms in Philippines are eBay, Shopify & Magento.
Payment methods used by Philippines are Bank card & cash on delivery
Some merchants in Philippines provide free shipping to consumers.
Saturday and Sunday are considered non-working days. You may experience delays for your shipments on these days.
Public holidays are also considered as non-working days. Please refer to the country's official Public Holiday page for specific holiday dates. Please refer to the official Holidays Page
Philippines Import Tax & Custom Fees
Gain clarity on applicable fees and learn how to accurately calculate the costs associated with international shipments.
Duties & Tax Details for Philippines
Currency:
Philippine peso (PHP)
Calculation Method:
CIF
Tax Threshold:
10000 PHP
Tax (VAT/GST):
12%
Duty Threshold:
10000 PHP
Import Duty Product Categories
Check import duty rates by product category before shipping
Category
Import Duty (%)
Category
Import Duty (%)
Mobiles
0%
Tablets
0%
Computers
0%
Cameras
0%
Accessories
15%
Accessories (Battery)
15%
Health & Beauty
3%
Fashion
15%
Watches
5%
Jewelry
3%
Pets Accessories
15%
Dry Food & Supplements
15%
Home Appliances
3%
Home Decor
15%
Toys
3%
Sports
5%
Luggage
15%
Audio Video
10%
Documents
3%
Gaming
1%
Books & Collectibles
0%
We aim to keep this information accurate, but it may change anytime
Essential Documents When Sending Package to Philippines
Stay informed about restricted and prohibited items to ensure your shipments meet customs requirements and avoid delays.
Battery Statement
Commercial Invoice
Tax Documents & Shipping labels
Shipping Restricted & Prohibited Items in Philippines
Stay informed about restricted and prohibited items to ensure your shipments meet customs requirements and avoid delays.
Restricted & Prohibited Items
Animals
Currency
Plants
Counterfeit goods
Drugs
Endangered Plants
Explosives
Firearms
Gambling Articles
Objectionable Publications
Precious Metals
Seeds
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