Do I Need to Pay Customs Duties When Buying Tonewood?
07-03-2026
15:19
Many luthiers and instrument makers ask whether they need to pay customs duties when ordering tonewood internationally.
At Tonewood Turkey we ship tonewood sets to customers all over the world, and customs procedures may vary depending on the destination country.
Import Duties and Taxes
Customs duties depend on the regulations of the destination country.
For example:
European Union countries may charge VAT and import taxes.
United States customers usually do not pay significant import duties for small shipments.
Other countries may charge customs clearance fees or import taxes.
These charges are determined by the customs authorities of the destination country.
Who Pays Customs Fees?
In most international shipments, customs duties and taxes are the responsibility of the buyer.
These fees are not controlled by the seller and are collected directly by the customs authorities.
Customs Processing Time
International shipments may be inspected by customs before delivery.
This is a normal procedure and may add a small delay to the delivery time depending on the country.
Most shipments are cleared within 1–2 days.
Important Note for Luthiers
Tonewood Turkey carefully prepares international shipping documents to ensure smooth customs clearance.
Our team provides accurate product descriptions and documentation to avoid delays whenever possible.