# India: import VAT and de minimis

> India charges VAT on imports at a standard rate of 18%. Since 1 January 2024, consignments with a customs value of up to INR 0 pay no customs duty. India uses the Indian rupee (INR).

Source: https://border.bot/countries/india
Last updated: 11 October 2026

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## Key facts

- Currency: Indian Rupee (INR)
- Import VAT/GST: VAT 18%
- De minimis: No duty up to INR 0; tax always charged
- Customs tariff: Own national tariff
- Last updated: 11 October 2026

## Currency and customs tariff

India uses the Indian rupee (INR).

## Import VAT and other taxes in India

India charges VAT on imports at a standard rate of 18%.

## De minimis in India

Since 1 January 2024, consignments with a customs value of up to INR 0 pay no customs duty. Import tax is charged whatever the value.

## What changed recently

The newest release on this page, the import taxes for India, went live on border.bot on 11 October 2026.

## Frequently asked questions

### What currency does India use for customs?

India uses the Indian rupee (INR). Its de minimis thresholds are stated in INR.

### What is the VAT rate on imports into India?

India charges VAT on imports at a standard rate of 18%.

### What is the de minimis threshold in India?

Since 1 January 2024, consignments with a customs value of up to INR 0 pay no customs duty. Import tax is charged whatever the value.

## Sources and updates

The import taxes for India come from border.bot release 1 (edition reference snapshot), imported from a file, and have been live since 11 October 2026.

The de minimis thresholds for India come from border.bot release 1, imported from a file, and have been live since 9 October 2026.

This page was last updated on 11 October 2026.

Guidance from published tariff data, not a binding ruling. For a decision customs must follow, apply to the destination’s customs authority for a binding tariff ruling.

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