International Orders: Currency, Duties and Import FeesUpdated 8 hours ago
When ordering Foil Drive products internationally, your order may be subject to additional taxes, duties, or customs fees when it arrives in your country.
These charges are determined by local governments, customs authorities, and shipping carriers, not Foil Drive. They can vary depending on the destination country, product, order value, and local regulations.
This article explains what to expect when placing an international order.
Pricing & Currency
At checkout:
- You will be charged in the currency displayed at the time of purchase.
- Your bank or payment provider may convert the transaction into your local currency.
- Exchange rates and international transaction or conversion fees are determined by your bank or payment provider, not Foil Drive.
If you are unsure about exchange rates or international transaction fees, we recommend checking with your bank or payment provider before placing your order.
Import Duties, Taxes & Customs Fees
International orders may be subject to additional charges, including:
- Import duties
- GST, VAT, or other local taxes
- Customs or clearance fees
- Brokerage or handling fees charged by the shipping carrier
These charges are generally:
- Not included in the Foil Drive product price or shipping cost
- Determined by the destination country's customs authority
- The responsibility of the customer to pay
The amount and type of charges vary by country and can change without notice.
You Are the Importer of Record
For international orders, the customer is generally considered the importer of record.
This means you are responsible for:
- Ensuring the products can be legally imported into your country
- Paying any applicable duties, taxes, and customs fees
- Providing information or documentation requested by local customs authorities
- Complying with any local import requirements or restrictions
Foil Drive cannot control or predict the charges applied by your local customs authority.
Country-Specific Import Requirements
Import rules and costs vary significantly between countries.
Depending on your location, customs authorities may:
- Apply import duties based on the product type or value
- Charge GST, VAT, or other local taxes
- Apply different thresholds before duties or taxes are charged
- Add customs processing or clearance fees
Before placing an international order, we recommend checking with your local customs authority to understand the potential costs and import requirements for your order.
Customs Delays
International shipments may experience delays while being processed by local customs.
Delays can occur when:
- Additional documentation is required
- Duties or taxes need to be paid before the shipment can be released
- Customs authorities select the shipment for inspection
- The carrier requires additional information from the importer
Once your order arrives in your country, customs clearance and any resulting delays are outside Foil Drive's control.
How to Avoid Unexpected Charges
Before placing an international order:
- Check your country's import requirements for Foil Drive products.
- Check applicable duty and tax rates with your local customs authority.
- Check whether your country has any tax or duty-free thresholds.
- Be prepared to pay any applicable customs charges before or upon delivery.
- Ensure your name, address, email, and phone number are correct so the carrier can contact you if required.
- Monitor your tracking information for customs updates or requests for payment.
Important: Foil Drive cannot guarantee the amount of import duties, taxes, or customs fees that may apply to your order. These charges are determined by the relevant authorities and/or carrier in the destination country and are the customer's responsibility.