The international movement of art requires a delicate balance of logistical expertise and administrative precision. As global trade compliance becomes more controlled with digitalisation of customs, the art sector must navigate an evolving customs landscape. Key developments over the past year include tighter EU import rules (June 2025) requiring import licensing for cultural goods, Abu Dhabi's February 2026 duty waiver program, UK Temporary Admission changes permitting in-ho

For years, the €150 de minimis threshold was the foundation of cross-border e-commerce, offering a duty-free gateway into the EU. That era ends  July 1, 2026 , replaced by a flat  €3 customs duty per HS code  on low-value parcels. With nearly  5.8 billion parcels  entering the EU bloc in 2025, the EU is attempting to neutralizing the price advantage non-EU sellers may have held over domestic retailers. This move presents a paradox, however. The EU may be shooting itself in th

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