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My account Professional area Small-parcel tax on Shein and Temu: why is it disappearing on July 1? Published by My de Sortiraparis · Updated on June 30, 2026 at 10:46 a.m. France's tax on small parcels ordered from Shein, Temu and AliExpress is suspended this Wednesday, July 1, 2026, barely four months after it came into effect. We explain the backstory of this rapid U-turn. The small-parcel tax imposed by France won’t be around for long. Introduced on March 1, 2026 to curb the surge of packages from Asian platforms such as Shein , Temu and AliExpress , it is suspended as of Wednesday, July 1, 2026 , the government announced on Tuesday, June 30. In plain terms, French consumers will no longer see this two-euro surcharge per category of item applied to orders from China. Why has France suspended its tax on small parcels? The timing isn’t accidental. On Wednesday the European three-euro duty on small parcels goes into effect, and Paris no longer wants to run the two schemes in parallel. The office of Trade Minister Serge Papin confirmed to AFP: in a single market, keeping only the national tax in addition to the new European duty is no longer justified. Most notably, the measure quickly hit its limits. Platforms found a workaround, routing their goods by air to other European countries before trucking them into France. The result: an estimated 90% shift in volume since March 1, according to the General Directorate of Customs. Revenue has suffered as a result. The tax was bringing in only 2.3 million euros per month, well short of the 400 million expected for the year. France, hungrier for revenue than its neighbors, risked hitting its own consumers hardest between July and November. How does the new three-euro European tax work? From this July 1, 2026 , every type of item contained in a parcel under €150 ordered from Asian platforms will be subject to a flat-rate customs duty of €3. After France, Europe is taxing small parcels in turn. The objective announced by Brussels is twofold: shield consumers from products that are sometimes dangerous or non-compliant, and defend European traders against competition deemed unfair. With 4.6 billion small packages arriving in 2024, customs controls had become virtually unmanageable. Which parcels are subject to the €3 customs charge? The tax is assessed by category of goods, not by parcel. In concrete terms: To be read This week's best tips and deals in Paris and Île-de-France, June 29–July 5, 2026 A package containing a T‑shirt and a pair of shoes (two categories) is taxed twice, for a total of six euros; A package containing five, ten or even fifteen T‑shirts (one category) is taxed only once; Only parcels valued at less than 150 euros are affected. This tax remains temporary. It will be supplemented from November with processing fees (about two euros per package), as a full overhaul of the European customs system is planned by 2028. The revenue will fund inspections at ports and airports. Details of the scheme are available on the official Customs portal. Who pays the tax on shipments from Shein, Temu, and AliExpress? In theory, the burden is on businesses to pay the tax. They’re free to pass the cost on to customers, as long as buyers are clearly informed at the moment of order. The European consumer group BEUC also urges vigilance. Platforms, postal services, and carriers must not levy any surcharge on individuals who were not informed at the time of purchase. Can platforms sidestep the European tax? Brussels says it is keeping a close eye on avoidance schemes, such as routing through third countries (Switzerland, for example). These practices are already illegal, with duties charged based on the product’s country of origin rather than the country from which it is shipped. Another avenue for the e-commerce giants: building vast warehouses in Europe to import in bulk, above the €150 threshold, then sell to consumers retail. A scheme that skirts the €3 threshold but, paradoxically, makes the job easier for customs officers. To better understand the context, the anti ultra fast fashion law has also just been adopted, and the French small-package tax was, from the start, designed as a transitional measure. Refer your establishment, click here Promote your event, click here Practical information Tags: news , what to do in july , news paris , news France , Comments Today Tomorrow This week-end Next week Heatwave in Paris: Is the end of the hot spell expected this weekend? The heatwave keeps the red alert in Paris and Île-de-France this Saturday, June 27, 2026, after several days of historic heat. Here’s how temperatures are trending and when the mercury is finally expected to loosen its grip. 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The heatwave keeps the red alert in Paris and Île-de-France this Saturday, June 27, 2026, after several days of historic heat. Here’s how temperatures are trending and when the mercury is finally expected to loosen its grip. Swimming in Paris’s Canal Saint-Martin: what you need to know before you go Swimming in the Saint-Martin Canal is permitted in Paris within a designated zone of the Récollets basin. Hours, access, free entry, safety rules: here are the practical details you need to know before you head there. Paris Île-de-France transport: Metro and RER disruptions from June 29 to July 5, 2026 Public transport in Paris and the Île-de-France region will be disrupted from 29 June to 5 July 2026, with numerous works on the metro, the RER and the Transilien network, including the Nation station closed all summer and the N and U lines running at reduced service according to RATP and SNCF. 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Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Tuesday June 30, 2026 In a flash, get all the latest updates on traffic and transportation in Paris, refreshed in real time. Whether it's the Metro, RER, or Transilien services operated by RATP, construction work, ongoing circulation, major events, or demonstrations — we provide all the essential information you need before heading out in Paris this Tuesday June 30, 2026. RER A: Nation station closed for two months in summer 2026 In order to best assist Paris and Île-de-France public transport users in their future journeys, Île-de-France Mobilités has lifted the veil on the major works to come, particularly the summer works. On the RER A, the Nation station will be closed for two consecutive months, from June 29 to August 30, 2026. Joinville-le-Pont's beach and swimming area reopen this heatwave weekend in the 94. Swimming in the Marne makes its return to Joinville-le-Pont, in Val-de-Marne: the beach built on the marina’s sandbank will reopen its pools this weekend, from June 20 to August 31, 2026, with a free, festive inauguration day. Here’s everything you need to know. Summer 2026 tramway works: the T1 will be partially interrupted for most of the summer In addition to the metro and Transilien trains, a few tramways will also be undergoing renovations during the summer, including the T1, which will be closed for most of the summer. What to do in Paris this summer 2026: the cultural calendar for Paris and Greater Paris. What to do in Paris and Greater Paris this summer? Guided tours, urban strolls with expert guides or locals who are passionate about their neighborhoods, and cruises are on offer. Plenty is planned, and some activities are free. What changes in July 2026: birth leave, updates to the DPE, and school holidays... New rules arrive every month. This July 2026, we list all the changes that affect how French people live. Savings, spending, health—and housing too—here’s what changes as of July 1 in France. Refine your search Swimming in Paris’s Canal Saint-Martin: what you need to know before you go Swimming in the Saint-Martin Canal is permitted in Paris within a designated zone of the Récollets basin. Hours, access, free entry, safety rules: here are the practical details you need to know before you head there. Paris Île-de-France transport: Metro and RER disruptions from June 29 to July 5, 2026 Public transport in Paris and the Île-de-France region will be disrupted from 29 June to 5 July 2026, with numerous works on the metro, the RER and the Transilien network, including the Nation station closed all summer and the N and U lines running at reduced service according to RATP and SNCF. Swimming in Paris and Île-de-France this summer 2026, eight sites, five of which are free, along the Seine and the Marne Swimming in the Seine and the Marne is staging a big comeback this summer, with eight supervised sites, including three in Paris and a brand-new spot in Seine-Saint-Denis. They welcome bathers from June 20 for some, and July 4 for others, through the end of August 2026. Summer 2026 Sales in Paris: Air-Conditioned Stores for Great Deals The 2026 summer sales kick off this Wednesday, June 24, in Paris, right in the middle of a heatwave. Air‑conditioned department stores, covered passages and sun‑shielded galleries: here’s where to hunt for bargains without melting in the heat. Public baths and showers in Paris: where can you find free municipal showers? Free and open to everyone, Paris’s municipal bathhouses let you shower in a private cubicle, bringing your own toiletries. A discreet, practical service that’s deeply rooted in Parisian life. Pedestrian Champs-Élysées: the world’s most beautiful avenue goes car-free for July’s Tropical Carnival Pedestrian Champs-Élysées: one Sunday a month, all year round. It’s a chance to discover the world’s most beautiful avenue in a different light and to snap a selfie in front of the Arc de Triomphe with cars out of the frame. Meet this Sunday, July 5, 2026, for the Tropical Carnival! Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Tuesday June 30, 2026 In a flash, get all the latest updates on traffic and transportation in Paris, refreshed in real time. Whether it's the Metro, RER, or Transilien services operated by RATP, construction work, ongoing circulation, major events, or demonstrations — we provide all the essential information you need before heading out in Paris this Tuesday June 30, 2026. RER A: Nation station closed for two months in summer 2026 In order to best assist Paris and Île-de-France public transport users in their future journeys, Île-de-France Mobilités has lifted the veil on the major works to come, particularly the summer works. On the RER A, the Nation station will be closed for two consecutive months, from June 29 to August 30, 2026. Joinville-le-Pont's beach and swimming area reopen this heatwave weekend in the 94. Swimming in the Marne makes its return to Joinville-le-Pont, in Val-de-Marne: the beach built on the marina’s sandbank will reopen its pools this weekend, from June 20 to August 31, 2026, with a free, festive inauguration day. Here’s everything you need to know. Summer 2026 tramway works: the T1 will be partially interrupted for most of the summer In addition to the metro and Transilien trains, a few tramways will also be undergoing renovations during the summer, including the T1, which will be closed for most of the summer. What to do in Paris this summer 2026: the cultural calendar for Paris and Greater Paris. What to do in Paris and Greater Paris this summer? Guided tours, urban strolls with expert guides or locals who are passionate about their neighborhoods, and cruises are on offer. Plenty is planned, and some activities are free. Louvre Museum: sharp increase in admission fees for foreign visitors starting in 2026 The Louvre is preparing to review its pricing policy with a significant increase in admission prices for visitors from outside Europe starting in January 2026. This decision was made by the government at a time when the museum is reaching historic visitor numbers and preparing new projects. Swimming in Paris’s Canal Saint-Martin: what you need to know before you go Swimming in the Saint-Martin Canal is permitted in Paris within a designated zone of the Récollets basin. Hours, access, free entry, safety rules: here are the practical details you need to know before you head there. Paris Île-de-France transport: Metro and RER disruptions from June 29 to July 5, 2026 Public transport in Paris and the Île-de-France region will be disrupted from 29 June to 5 July 2026, with numerous works on the metro, the RER and the Transilien network, including the Nation station closed all summer and the N and U lines running at reduced service according to RATP and SNCF. Swimming in Paris and Île-de-France this summer 2026, eight sites, five of which are free, along the Seine and the Marne Swimming in the Seine and the Marne is staging a big comeback this summer, with eight supervised sites, including three in Paris and a brand-new spot in Seine-Saint-Denis. They welcome bathers from June 20 for some, and July 4 for others, through the end of August 2026. Summer 2026 Sales in Paris: Air-Conditioned Stores for Great Deals The 2026 summer sales kick off this Wednesday, June 24, in Paris, right in the middle of a heatwave. Air‑conditioned department stores, covered passages and sun‑shielded galleries: here’s where to hunt for bargains without melting in the heat. Public baths and showers in Paris: where can you find free municipal showers? Free and open to everyone, Paris’s municipal bathhouses let you shower in a private cubicle, bringing your own toiletries. A discreet, practical service that’s deeply rooted in Parisian life. Pedestrian Champs-Élysées: the world’s most beautiful avenue goes car-free for July’s Tropical Carnival Pedestrian Champs-Élysées: one Sunday a month, all year round. It’s a chance to discover the world’s most beautiful avenue in a different light and to snap a selfie in front of the Arc de Triomphe with cars out of the frame. Meet this Sunday, July 5, 2026, for the Tropical Carnival! Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Tuesday June 30, 2026 In a flash, get all the latest updates on traffic and transportation in Paris, refreshed in real time. Whether it's the Metro, RER, or Transilien services operated by RATP, construction work, ongoing circulation, major events, or demonstrations — we provide all the essential information you need before heading out in Paris this Tuesday June 30, 2026. RER A: Nation station closed for two months in summer 2026 In order to best assist Paris and Île-de-France public transport users in their future journeys, Île-de-France Mobilités has lifted the veil on the major works to come, particularly the summer works. On the RER A, the Nation station will be closed for two consecutive months, from June 29 to August 30, 2026. Joinville-le-Pont's beach and swimming area reopen this heatwave weekend in the 94. Swimming in the Marne makes its return to Joinville-le-Pont, in Val-de-Marne: the beach built on the marina’s sandbank will reopen its pools this weekend, from June 20 to August 31, 2026, with a free, festive inauguration day. Here’s everything you need to know. Summer 2026 tramway works: the T1 will be partially interrupted for most of the summer In addition to the metro and Transilien trains, a few tramways will also be undergoing renovations during the summer, including the T1, which will be closed for most of the summer. What to do in Paris this summer 2026: the cultural calendar for Paris and Greater Paris. What to do in Paris and Greater Paris this summer? Guided tours, urban strolls with expert guides or locals who are passionate about their neighborhoods, and cruises are on offer. Plenty is planned, and some activities are free. Louvre Museum: sharp increase in admission fees for foreign visitors starting in 2026 The Louvre is preparing to review its pricing policy with a significant increase in admission prices for visitors from outside Europe starting in January 2026. This decision was made by the government at a time when the museum is reaching historic visitor numbers and preparing new projects. Swimming in Paris’s Canal Saint-Martin: what you need to know before you go Swimming in the Saint-Martin Canal is permitted in Paris within a designated zone of the Récollets basin. Hours, access, free entry, safety rules: here are the practical details you need to know before you head there. Paris Île-de-France transport: Metro and RER disruptions from June 29 to July 5, 2026 Public transport in Paris and the Île-de-France region will be disrupted from 29 June to 5 July 2026, with numerous works on the metro, the RER and the Transilien network, including the Nation station closed all summer and the N and U lines running at reduced service according to RATP and SNCF. Swimming in Paris and Île-de-France this summer 2026, eight sites, five of which are free, along the Seine and the Marne Swimming in the Seine and the Marne is staging a big comeback this summer, with eight supervised sites, including three in Paris and a brand-new spot in Seine-Saint-Denis. They welcome bathers from June 20 for some, and July 4 for others, through the end of August 2026. Summer 2026 Sales in Paris: Air-Conditioned Stores for Great Deals The 2026 summer sales kick off this Wednesday, June 24, in Paris, right in the middle of a heatwave. Air‑conditioned department stores, covered passages and sun‑shielded galleries: here’s where to hunt for bargains without melting in the heat. Public baths and showers in Paris: where can you find free municipal showers? Free and open to everyone, Paris’s municipal bathhouses let you shower in a private cubicle, bringing your own toiletries. A discreet, practical service that’s deeply rooted in Parisian life. Pedestrian Champs-Élysées: the world’s most beautiful avenue goes car-free for July’s Tropical Carnival Pedestrian Champs-Élysées: one Sunday a month, all year round. It’s a chance to discover the world’s most beautiful avenue in a different light and to snap a selfie in front of the Arc de Triomphe with cars out of the frame. Meet this Sunday, July 5, 2026, for the Tropical Carnival! Metro and RER updates: closures, work, and demonstrations in Paris this Tuesday June 30, 2026 In a flash, get all the latest updates on traffic and transportation in Paris, refreshed in real time. Whether it's the Metro, RER, or Transilien services operated by RATP, construction work, ongoing circulation, major events, or demonstrations — we provide all the essential information you need before heading out in Paris this Tuesday June 30, 2026. RER A: Nation station closed for two months in summer 2026 In order to best assist Paris and Île-de-France public transport users in their future journeys, Île-de-France Mobilités has lifted the veil on the major works to come, particularly the summer works. On the RER A, the Nation station will be closed for two consecutive months, from June 29 to August 30, 2026. Joinville-le-Pont's beach and swimming area reopen this heatwave weekend in the 94. Swimming in the Marne makes its return to Joinville-le-Pont, in Val-de-Marne: the beach built on the marina’s sandbank will reopen its pools this weekend, from June 20 to August 31, 2026, with a free, festive inauguration day. Here’s everything you need to know. Summer 2026 tramway works: the T1 will be partially interrupted for most of the summer In addition to the metro and Transilien trains, a few tramways will also be undergoing renovations during the summer, including the T1, which will be closed for most of the summer. What to do in Paris this summer 2026: the cultural calendar for Paris and Greater Paris. What to do in Paris and Greater Paris this summer? Guided tours, urban strolls with expert guides or locals who are passionate about their neighborhoods, and cruises are on offer. Plenty is planned, and some activities are free. Louvre Museum: sharp increase in admission fees for foreign visitors starting in 2026 The Louvre is preparing to review its pricing policy with a significant increase in admission prices for visitors from outside Europe starting in January 2026. This decision was made by the government at a time when the museum is reaching historic visitor numbers and preparing new projects. Swimming in Paris’s Canal Saint-Martin: what you need to know before you go Swimming in the Saint-Martin Canal is permitted in Paris within a designated zone of the Récollets basin. Hours, access, free entry, safety rules: here are the practical details you need to know before you head there. Paris Île-de-France transport: Metro and RER disruptions from June 29 to July 5, 2026 Public transport in Paris and the Île-de-France region will be disrupted from 29 June to 5 July 2026, with numerous works on the metro, the RER and the Transilien network, including the Nation station closed all summer and the N and U lines running at reduced service according to RATP and SNCF. Swimming in Paris and Île-de-France this summer 2026, eight sites, five of which are free, along the Seine and the Marne Swimming in the Seine and the Marne is staging a big comeback this summer, with eight supervised sites, including three in Paris and a brand-new spot in Seine-Saint-Denis. They welcome bathers from June 20 for some, and July 4 for others, through the end of August 2026. Summer 2026 Sales in