Nepal Customs Duty Rates by Category
Live customs duty rates for 31 product categories imported into Nepal, sourced from the per-HSN tariff we use to price real shipments every day. Pick a category to see its HS codes, duty percentages, VAT and a worked landed-cost example in NPR.
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The cascade
How Nepal calculates import duty
Every courier import into Nepal is taxed in a fixed sequence, and unlike many countries there is no de-minimis exemption - even the smallest parcel is assessed. First, customs establishes the assessable value: the price of the goods plus international freight and insurance (CIF). Customs duty at the HS-code rate is charged on that assessable value. Finally, 13% VAT is charged on the whole duty-inclusive amount for VAT-liable goods, so the tax compounds: you pay VAT on the duty too. A handful of lines - gold, most printed books - are VAT-exempt, and excise applies additionally to specific classes like vehicles and liquor.
- Goods value
- NPR 50,000
- International freight
- NPR 5,000
- Assessable value (CIF = goods + freight)
- NPR 55,000
- Customs duty (15% of CIF, representative rate)
- NPR 8,250
- VAT (13% of CIF + duty)
- NPR 8,223
- Landed cost
- NPR 71,473
One nuance worth knowing: VAT paid at import is creditable only for VAT-registered businesses - for personal imports it is a final cost. Where excise duty is notified for a product class, it applies in addition to everything above.
Categories
Duty rates by product category
Each page shows the live HS-code tariff lines, the customs duty rate, VAT, and a step-by-step landed-cost example for that category.
Mobile Phones
HS 851712, 851713, 851714 - duty, VAT and landed cost for mobile phones imported into Nepal.
Laptops & Computers
HS 8471 - duty, VAT and landed cost for laptops & computers imported into Nepal.
Tablets & iPads
HS 847130 - duty, VAT and landed cost for tablets & ipads imported into Nepal.
Smartwatches
HS 851762 - duty, VAT and landed cost for smartwatches imported into Nepal.
Headphones & Earbuds
HS 8518 - duty, VAT and landed cost for headphones & earbuds imported into Nepal.
Cameras & Lenses
HS 8525 - duty, VAT and landed cost for cameras & lenses imported into Nepal.
Televisions
HS 85287 - duty, VAT and landed cost for televisions imported into Nepal.
Gaming Consoles
HS 9504 - duty, VAT and landed cost for gaming consoles imported into Nepal.
Computer Parts & Accessories
HS 8473 - duty, VAT and landed cost for computer parts & accessories imported into Nepal.
Power Banks & Chargers
HS 8507 - duty, VAT and landed cost for power banks & chargers imported into Nepal.
Clothing & Fashion
HS 61, 62 - duty, VAT and landed cost for clothing & fashion imported into Nepal.
Shoes & Sneakers
HS 64 - duty, VAT and landed cost for shoes & sneakers imported into Nepal.
Handbags & Luggage
HS 4202 - duty, VAT and landed cost for handbags & luggage imported into Nepal.
Watches
HS 9101, 9102 - duty, VAT and landed cost for watches imported into Nepal.
Sunglasses & Eyewear
HS 9004 - duty, VAT and landed cost for sunglasses & eyewear imported into Nepal.
Perfumes & Fragrances
HS 3303 - duty, VAT and landed cost for perfumes & fragrances imported into Nepal.
Cosmetics & Skincare
HS 3304 - duty, VAT and landed cost for cosmetics & skincare imported into Nepal.
Jewellery
HS 7113, 7117 - duty, VAT and landed cost for jewellery imported into Nepal.
Toys & Games
HS 9503 - duty, VAT and landed cost for toys & games imported into Nepal.
Books
HS 4901 - duty, VAT and landed cost for books imported into Nepal.
Protein & Supplements
HS 2106 - duty, VAT and landed cost for protein & supplements imported into Nepal.
Tea
HS 0902 - duty, VAT and landed cost for tea imported into Nepal.
Bicycles
HS 8712 - duty, VAT and landed cost for bicycles imported into Nepal.
Motorcycle Parts & Gear
HS 8714 - duty, VAT and landed cost for motorcycle parts & gear imported into Nepal.
Furniture & Home Decor
HS 9401, 9403 - duty, VAT and landed cost for furniture & home decor imported into Nepal.
Kitchen Appliances
HS 8509, 8516 - duty, VAT and landed cost for kitchen appliances imported into Nepal.
Air Conditioners
HS 8415 - duty, VAT and landed cost for air conditioners imported into Nepal.
LED Lights & Fixtures
HS 9405, 8539 - duty, VAT and landed cost for led lights & fixtures imported into Nepal.
Musical Instruments
HS 92 - duty, VAT and landed cost for musical instruments imported into Nepal.
Sports Equipment
HS 9506 - duty, VAT and landed cost for sports equipment imported into Nepal.
Pet Supplies
HS 2309 - duty, VAT and landed cost for pet supplies imported into Nepal.
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