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Australia Import Duty Calculator
Enter the goods value, freight and duty rate. The calculator applies the AUD 1,000 threshold, adds 10% GST where it applies at the border, and shows the landed cost.
The AUD 1,000 customs value line
Australia generally does not charge duty on consignments with a customs value of AUD 1,000 or less. Above that line, duty applies at the rate for the tariff classification, and the customs value includes the goods plus international transport and insurance.
The threshold is a customs value test, not a price test. A cheap item with expensive freight can cross it, which is one reason the calculator asks for freight separately rather than using the goods value alone.
GST on low-value imported goods
GST on low-value imported goods is collected by GST-registered suppliers at the point of sale rather than at the border. That changes who charges it and when, but not the fact that the buyer ultimately pays 10%.
For a seller, the question is whether you are required to register and collect. The obligation depends on turnover into Australia and the sales channel, so the calculator treats the tax as a price component rather than deciding the registration question for you.
Frequently asked questions
Is AUD 1,000 a duty-free allowance?
It is a threshold for duty on low-value consignments. GST can still apply, and low-value GST is usually collected by the supplier at checkout rather than at the border.
Does the threshold include shipping?
The test is on the customs value, which generally includes the goods plus international transport and insurance. Enter the full customs value, not just the item price.
Do I need to register for Australian GST?
It depends on your turnover into Australia and your sales channel. The calculator estimates the tax; it does not determine registration obligations.
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