Ethiopia Import Tax Calculator

Estimates based on 2026 CIF Tax Standards

Total of: Product Price + Insurance + Freight
Varies by item (e.g., Alcohol, Luxury items)

How Import Taxes are Calculated in Ethiopia

Ethiopia uses a cascading tax system. This means taxes are calculated in a specific sequence where the base of one tax often includes the result of the previous one.

The Calculation Sequence:

  1. Customs Duty: Based on the CIF value.
  2. Excise Tax: Calculated on (CIF + Duty).
  3. Social Welfare Levy: A flat 3% of the CIF value.
  4. Surtax: 10% calculated on (CIF + Duty + Excise).
  5. VAT: 15% calculated on (CIF + Duty + Excise + Surtax).
  6. Withholding Tax (WHT): 3% of the CIF value.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is CIF?

CIF stands for Cost, Insurance, and Freight. It represents the total value of the goods plus the cost of shipping and insurance to the Ethiopian border or airport.

Can I import fuel-powered vehicles?

As of 2024-2026, Ethiopia has strictly banned the importation of internal combustion engine (gasoline/diesel) passenger vehicles. Only Electric Vehicles (EVs) are currently allowed for import with significant tax incentives.

What is the Social Welfare Levy?

It is a 3% tax introduced to support social development programs. It is applied to the CIF value of nearly all imported commercial goods.

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