Taxes on a Hipobuy parcel to France
France charges 20% import VAT on the value of goods plus transport. Since 1 July 2026 the EU also charges a flat €3 customs duty for each different tariff category in parcels worth up to €150 sent under the IOSS scheme, a temporary measure due to run until 1 July 2028. Above €150, normal duty rates by tariff code apply.
| Example basket | Amount |
|---|---|
| Two hoodies and a pair of trainers | €80 |
| Shipping quote | €22 |
| VAT at 20% | €20.40 |
| Duty: 2 categories × €3 | €6 |
| Estimated landed cost | €128.40 |
Who delivers in Paris
Lines to France usually hand over to La Poste and Colissimo, with Chronopost or DPD on faster lines. The handover is where tracking can go quiet for a few days; that is normal. Once the local carrier has the parcel, its own website shows more detail than the agent's tracking page.
What buyers in France search for
French buyers ask first whether Hipobuy is reliable ('hipobuy avis', 'avis hipobuy', 'hipobuy fiable'). The honest answer is in our review: working, clear terms, Trustpilot score withdrawn. French searches also show strong Discord use ('hipobuy discord fr'); see our Discord guide.
On arrival, La Poste may charge TVA and a handling fee if it was not prepaid. With Colissimo tracking, enter the number from Hipobuy on La Poste's site once the parcel reaches France ('suivi colis hipobuy').
Choosing a line
For a first parcel, choose a line that includes VAT and duty and full tracking. Postal lines are cheaper but slower and may leave taxes to be collected at the door. Express couriers are fastest and often add a clearance fee. Use Hipobuy's Rehearsal Parcel to confirm the packed weight before choosing. Full details: Hipobuy shipping.
Delivery times
Count 3 to 5 days for sellers to reach Hipobuy's warehouse, a day or two for inspection, your time to approve, packing, then transit. Tax-included lines to Europe commonly take ten to twenty days in transit; peaks in November and around Chinese New Year add a week or more.
Paying and protection
Pay by a method that allows disputes, keep your Hipobuy balance low and keep order numbers until the parcel arrives. Hipobuy's insurance covers loss, damage and customs seizure under its compensation standards, with claims within 7 days of delivery or 45 days of dispatch. Trademark-infringing goods can be seized and are excluded from compensation.
Other agents popular in France
Compare Hipobuy with the agents France buyers also use on our status list, and estimate your own basket with the landed-cost calculator. Return to the Hipobuy spreadsheet to pick items.
En français : notre avis sur Hipobuy pour la France.
Returns from Paris
Once a parcel has left China, returns are rarely practical: shipping back costs more than most items are worth, and sellers rarely accept international returns. That is why the inspection step and Hipobuy's 5-day return window matter so much. Check everything while it is still in the warehouse. If something arrives damaged, photograph it at once and use Hipobuy's insurance process within 7 days of delivery.
Before you order to Paris
Check that your delivery address is complete and written in the format local carriers expect, including a phone number. Many delays at the last step come from missing flat numbers or names that do not match the mailbox. Add your phone number to the parcel so the carrier can reach you if customs needs anything.
For any question about delivery to Paris that this guide does not answer, our WhatsApp contact can quote a parcel delivered to your address before you buy.
Planning several orders a year? Keep your delivery details and favourite lines saved in your Hipobuy account to speed things up.
Questions people ask
Do I pay customs on Hipobuy parcels to France?
Yes: import VAT always, and €3 per tariff category in IOSS parcels up to €150 since 1 July 2026.
How long does Hipobuy take to Paris?
Roughly 2 to 4 weeks from order to door on a standard tax-included line, depending on seller speed and season.
Which carrier delivers in France?
Usually La Poste and Colissimo, with Chronopost or DPD on faster lines.
Can I avoid paying at the door?
Choose a line that includes taxes. Never under-declare a parcel; it is illegal and leads to seizure or fines.