Austria Implements New 2 Euro Levy on E-commerce Packages (heise.de)

• Mandatory 2-euro tax per package for online retail.
• Additional layer on top of existing EEA/EU customs protocols.
• Increased complexity for cross-border logistics.

"Austria has introduced a mandatory 2-euro fee for online retail shipments. This levy functions in addition to existing EEA customs duties and EU-wide processing fees. The move complicates logistics for non-domestic retailers operating within the Austrian market, effectively increasing consumer costs and adding a layer of fiscal friction to cross-border digital trade."