Calculator: Clothes & shoes
Enter the price, shipping and origin to get a first estimate. The result replaces neither the MCV service nor the customs decision.
Duty rates for this category
| Item | How it is calculated | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Customs value CIF | Order price + shipping | Low declared values are counter-checked |
| Import duty DI | CIF × 40% | Textile = high protection |
| Parafiscal PFI | CIF × 0.25% | Small but systematic |
| VAT | (CIF + DI + PFI) × 20% | On duty-inclusive base |
How is the customs duty calculated?
Clothes, shoes and most fashion accessories are estimated at 40% DI, 0.25% PFI and 20% VAT — fees can approach two-thirds of the price. The two legal levers: origin (EU/Türkiye/US agreements can reduce the DI with a certificate) and personal use (clothes in your own luggage within reasonable amounts are treated far more gently than commercial parcels).
Worked examples with real numbers
Shein order at €150
CIF ≈ 1,642 MAD. DI = 1,642 × 40% ≈ 657 MAD, PFI ≈ 4 MAD, VAT ≈ 461 MAD. Total ≈ 1,122 MAD — the order costs about 68% more than its price!
Jacket from Türkiye at €80 with certificate
CIF ≈ 876 MAD. With valid origin proof: DI ≈ 0, PFI ≈ 2 MAD, VAT ≈ 176 MAD. Total ≈ 178 MAD instead of ≈600 — the certificate changes everything.
Expert tips to pay less — legally
- Large quantities of new identical items are treated as a commercial import — split orders and keep them personal.
- If the seller is in a country with an agreement, always request the origin certificate before shipping.
- Keep order confirmations and payment receipts; they speed up the inspection of textile parcels.
- Personal luggage brought by travellers is largely tolerated within reasonable quantities — parcels are stricter.
- Compare the final cost with local shops: after 68%, local promotions often win.
Documents & authorisations to watch
For parcels: commercial invoice + payment proof. For professional importers: business registration, tariff classification by HS chapter 61–64, and possible standards control.
Aljamarik.net content is informative and indicative only; it replaces neither a customs decision nor the advice of a licensed customs broker.
Frequently asked questions: Clothes & shoes
How much is customs on clothes in Morocco?
Estimate: DI 40% + PFI 0.25% + VAT 20%. A €150 order pays roughly 1,120 MAD in fees — about 68% on top of the price.
Are Shein parcels taxed in Morocco?
Yes, like any imported textile. Declared value plus shipping forms the base; the 40% DI applies unless a preferential origin is proven — rare on such platforms.
I carry clothes in my suitcase — will I be charged?
Clothes for personal use within reasonable quantities in your own luggage are generally tolerated. New items in large numbers can be taxed as a commercial import.
Can the 40% duty be reduced legally?
Yes — proof of origin from the EU, Türkiye, the US or an Arab country bound by agreement can bring the DI down dramatically. VAT always remains.
Is there a value threshold below which parcels pass free?
Very small personal parcels may pass under simplified treatment, but thresholds are low and applied strictly for textiles. Use the calculator to gauge the worst case.