Why do I need to pay customs charges? Understandably, the most important thing you’ll want to know is why it is you’re being asked to pay customs charges on certain items. As of January 2021, customs charges are to be applied on items bought and delivered from non-EU countries into Ireland. If customs charges apply for your online shopping delivery, you will have 22 working days to pay the full amount. This is a common one, as many people see customs charges as a hidden cost on top of what you thought you were paying.

Source: Irish Independent September 11, 2023 11:00 UTC