What VAT applies when importing from Japan into Latvia?

Import VAT of 21% is charged in Latvia on the goods plus freight plus duty.

🇱🇻Can a buyer in Latvia import from Japan?🇯🇵

We track no embargo or sectoral sanctions programme covering this country pair. The ordinary rules still apply: customs, VAT and any product-specific permits in Latvia.

Tariffs and trade agreements

Yes, via EU–Japan Economic Partnership Agreement (in force 2019-02). Preferential tariffs apply to qualifying goods with proof of origin.

EU–Japan Economic Partnership Agreement Source

Import requirements in Latvia

Import VAT in Latvia (B2B): Import VAT of 21% is charged in Latvia on the goods plus freight plus duty. European Commission, VAT rates Duty depends on the HS code; put both into the landed-cost calculator.

2,039 suppliers in Japan on record

Manufacturers and wholesalers based in Japan, each card carrying the open-record facts we hold and the source behind them.

All Japan suppliers

Frequently asked questions

Can a company in Latvia buy from a supplier in Japan?: We track no embargo or sectoral sanctions programme covering this country pair. The ordinary rules still apply: customs, VAT and any product-specific permits in Latvia.
What VAT applies when importing from Japan into Latvia?: Import VAT of 21% is charged in Latvia on the goods plus freight plus duty.
Do Latvia and Japan share a trade agreement?: Yes, via EU–Japan Economic Partnership Agreement (in force 2019-02). Preferential tariffs apply to qualifying goods with proof of origin.

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