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Online shopping from St. Maarten is becoming increasingly popular. Many residents and entrepreneurs want to order products from European webshops such as Zalando, Coolblue, IKEA, Autodoc, Babypark and many others. Logical: many items are not available locally or are offered at a higher price. In addition, many webshops do not deliver outside the EU or charge extremely high shipping costs.

Fortunately, there is a smart solution to order VAT-free from the Netherlands to St. Maarten. Shop Plus Ship B.V. makes online shopping from Sint Maarten possible - economical, reliable and fully regulated.

Why VAT-free ordering in the Netherlands is interesting from Sint Maarten

European products are known for their high quality, durability and reliability. They meet strict safety standards (such as the CE mark) and therefore often last longer.

If you order from European webshops from St. Maarten, you normally pay:

• European VAT
• High international shipping costs from the (web) store itself
• Local handling charges

That European VAT is completely unnecessary: goods exported outside the EU can be sold VAT-free. Yet many web shops do not cooperate because they find it too much hassle.

Fortunately, through us you can always order VAT-free in the Netherlands, which gives you up to 21% direct discount on the purchase price and you never pay VAT in advance to the suppliers. Purchases from other EU countries can also be delivered VAT-free, provided the supplier allows this.

This makes it extra attractive to order furniture, electronics, auto parts, fashion or business goods in Europe and have them shipped to St. Maarten.

What does shipping to St. Maarten cost?

Because we are not only a shipper but also a buyer (hence the name Shop Plus Ship), we handle the entire process. Our rate consists of:

-The procurement of your goods
-The VAT-free documentation
-All transport documents
-Control of goods in our warehouse
-Seaworthy packing (including materials)
-The actual shipping (air freight or sea freight)
-Eventual transport insurance
-Eventual delivery at the address on Sint Maarten

Total shipping costs depend on:

-Weight
-Dimensions
-Number of packages
-Transport method (air freight or sea freight)
-Type of goods

We always give you a clear, no-obligation quote, including an indication of local costs on St. Maarten.

Ocean freight to St. Maarten

Ocean freight is the most economical shipping option, ideal for larger or heavier orders.
Delivery time: 4 to 6 weeks on average, including customs clearance.

Air freight to Sint Maarten

Air freight is perfect for smaller packages or rush orders.
Delivery time: usually 1 to 2 weeks, depending on the webshop.

As you can see, there is a lot involved and every shipment is different. That is why we offer you the best value for money if you request a free quote with all costs mentioned (yes even with an indication of the local costs) so you know immediately where you stand.

👉 Use this quote form to request your no-obligation quote.

And what about local costs?

Unlike many other islands, St. Maarten has no import duties.
The island is a tax-free island, which means you can bring in goods without import taxes.

There are, however, local handling fees, such as:

• Customs clearance by local agent
• Handling fees at the port or airport

Shop Plus Ship helps you understand these costs in advance. In our quotations you will always find a clear indication of costs. So you know exactly where you stand.

Want to know more about local fees?
👉 Read our page Local costs and import duties Sint Maarten.

How does VAT-free ordering through Shop Plus Ship work?

The process is simple and straightforward. In four steps, your order from the Netherlands will be on Sint Maarten in no time:

1 - Shopping in Europe

Place your desired products at Bol.com, Coolblue, Ikea, Zalando, HEMA or other online stores. Take a screenshot or overview of your shopping cart.

2 - Requesting a quote

Upload your screenshot, links or summary via the quote form on our website.

3 - Get your quote

Within approximately 48 hours (on business days) you will receive:

-The VAT-free product prices
-The Shop Plus Ship rate
-An indication of the local costs on Sint Maarten(Cavalier Logistics Sint Maarten)

4 - Confirm & Submit

Do you agree? Then we will order the products VAT-free, process them in our warehouse and arrange full transport to St. Maarten.
All you have to do is wait for your order.

Top 10 European stores for customers on St. Maarten

Our customers in St. Maarten prefer to order from:

1. Bol.com - Electronics, toys, books and more
2. IKEA - Furniture, home accessories and storage solutions.
3. Coolblue - White goods, electronics and laptops.
4. Leen Bakker - Furniture, tables, cabinets, sofas
5. Kees Smit - Garden sets, lounge sets and gazebos
6. JYSK - Affordable home furnishings and furniture.
7. Sklum - Modern designer furniture
8. Hornbach - Building materials and tools
9. Beter Bed - Mattresses, box springs and bedding
10. Baby-Dump - Baby products, furniture and care.

Is your favorite webshop not listed?
We can purchase VAT-free from virtually any supplier in Europe.

Frequently asked questions about VAT-free ordering and shipping to St. Maarten

How long does shipping from the Netherlands to St. Maarten take?

• Sea freight: about 4-6 weeks
• Air freight: approx. 1-2 weeks
  Please allow for possible delays at customs.

Can I have large products shipped?

Yes, you can. We provide shipping from small packages to pallets and containers.

Do I need to arrange anything myself with customs?

No, we arrange all the customs clearance.
Our local agent(Cavalier Logistics Sint Maarten) can ask you for personal documents.

Can I bundle multiple orders?

Yes - and it often saves you significantly on transportation and document costs.

Conclusion: safe, economical and fully regulated

Shopping online from St. Maarten does not have to be difficult or expensive. With Shop Plus Ship, you benefit from:

✔ VAT-free ordering
✔ competitive shipping rates
✔ secure processing
✔ complete care from A to Z

Whether you are an individual or an entrepreneur: with Shop Plus Ship you order inexpensively throughout Europe.

👉 Request your quote now through Shop Plus Ship
and discover how easy it is to order VAT-free from European webshops from Sint Maarten.

Many people on Curaçao like to order products from European webshops. Think of fashion from Zalando, electronics from Mediamarkt, furniture from Ikea, car parts from Autodoc, baby products from Babypark or so on. Why? Because many products are not available locally or are offered at high prices. Unfortunately, many (web) stores do not deliver outside the European Union or charge sky-high shipping costs. Yet there is a smart way to order VAT-free from the Netherlands to Curacao. Shop Plus Ship B.V. makes online shopping from Curacao possible - economical, reliable and fully regulated.

Why VAT-free ordering in the Netherlands is interesting from Curacao

European products are known for quality, durability and reliability. Because of this, the quality is often a lot more durable than products from other continents, making them last longer (which is of course better for the wallet) but the products from Europe are also often a lot better for people, animals and the environment because of the CE mark.

If you buy products from Curacao in Europe, you normally have to pay considerable costs: think of the European VAT, shipping costs and local import fees. Let's start about this VAT, because that Dutch VAT of 21% is actually not necessary when goods are exported outside the EU. Unfortunately, (web)stores, suppliers or wholesalers often don't cooperate because they can simply sell their products in the Netherlands and they don't want any hassle.

Via Shop Plus Ship, you always order without VAT from the Netherlands, saving directly on the purchase price. VAT-free purchasing from suppliers from other EU countries is also often possible - if the supplier allows it. This makes it even more interesting to order furniture, electronics, car parts or fashion items in the Netherlands and have them shipped to Curacao at low prices.

What does shipping to Curaçao cost?

Because we are not only a shipper but also a buyer (hence the name Shop Plus Ship), we do more than just shipping. Namely;

The procurement of your goods
VAT-free documentation
Transport documents
Verification of goods upon arrival at our warehouse for accuracy
Seaworthy packing (including materials)
The actual shipping/shipping
Any transport insurance
Eventual delivery at the desired address

The total cost depends on type of goods, weight, dimensions, number of packages and the chosen shipping method: air freight or sea freight to Curaçao.

Ocean freight to Curaçao 

The most economical option, with an average delivery time of 4 to 6 weeks, including customs clearance.

Air freight to Curaçao

Perfect for smaller or rush orders. Usually on Curaçao within 1 to 2 weeks, depending on the supplier.

As you can see, there is a lot involved and every shipment is different. That is why we offer you the best deal if you request a free quote with all costs listed (yes, even with an indication of the local charges on Curacao). local costs on Curacao) so you immediately know where you stand.

Use this quotation form so get your free quote.

And what about local costs?

When importing goods to Curaçao, there are always local costs, such as:

• Import duties
• Sales tax (OB)
• Customs clearance charges from our local agent; Cavalier Logistics

Shop + Ship helps you understand these costs in advance. In our quotations you will always find a clear indication of costs, so there will never be any surprises.

Why an idication? Because ultimately the customs on Curacao are the final decision makers on import duties.

Want to know exactly how import duties are calculated, how high import duties are, or what you'll spend on local customs clearance? Read our page Local charges and import duties Curacao for more information.

How does VAT-free ordering through Shop Plus Ship work?

The process is simple and straightforward. In four steps, your order from the Netherlands will be on Curaçao in no time:

1 - Shopping in Europe
Put your favorite products at stores like Bol.com, IKEA, HEMA or other European webshops in your shopping cart. Take a summary or screenshot of your order.

2 - Request a quote
Submit your overview, screenshot or product links via the quote form on our website.

3 - Get your quote
Within +/- 48 hours (during business days) you will receive a no-obligation quote with the VAT-free products, Shop Plus Ship rate and estimated local costs.

4 - Confirm & send
Do you agree with the offer? Then we order the products VAT-free, arrange shipping and make sure everything is delivered to Curaçao according to the Shop Plus Ship standard. All you have to do is wait for your order.

Top 10 European stores from our Shop Plus Shippers on Curacao

Our customers in Curaçao like to shop online at European webshops. Thanks to VAT-free ordering and low-cost shipping, they can save big. Below are the top 10 most popular stores among Curacao Shop Plus Shippers where they prefer to store online:

1. IKEA - Furniture, home accessories and smart storage solutions.
2. Bol.com - All-in-one webshop for electronics, toys, books and more
3. Mediamarkt - Electronics, white goods and gadgets.
4. Leen bakker - Sofas, cabinets, table and so on.
5. Kees Smit - Garden items, garden sets, lounge sets and gazebos.
6. Jysk - Affordable furniture and home decorations.
7. Sklum - Hip designer furniture with a European touch.
8. Praxis / Gamma - Tools and do-it-yourself products.
9. Beterbed - Beds, box springs, bedding and more.
10. Baby-Dump - Prams, furniture and care items for little ones.

Is your favorite webshop not listed? No problem - we can buy VAT-free from any supplier in the Netherlands.

Frequently asked questions about VAT-free ordering and shipping to Curacao

How long does shipping from the Netherlands to Curaçao take?

• Sea freight: about 4-6 weeks (provided the supplier delivers within a week).
• Air freight: approximately 1-2 weeks
  Please allow for possible delays at customs.

Can I also have large products shipped, such as furniture or white goods?
Yes, definitely. Shop + Ship handles small packages as well as pallets and complete containers.

Do I have to arrange anything with customs myself?
No, Shop Plus Ship takes care of customs clearance, documents and handling with customs completely for you. Keep in mind that the agent on Curacao(Cavalier Curacao) can only ask for your personal documents to start customs clearance,

Can I bundle multiple orders?
Yes, and that's even smart! By combining multiple orders from different suppliers into one shipment, you save on transportation and documentation costs.

Conclusion: safe, economical and fully regulated

Shopping or ordering online from Curacao does not have to be difficult or expensive. With Shop Plus Ship BV, you benefit from VAT-free shopping, professional handling and reliable delivery.

Whether you are an individual or an entrepreneur, Shop Plus Ship brings the complete European offer to Curaçao - without VAT, without hassle and at lower prices.

Request your quote now via Shop Plus Ship and discover how easy it is to order from Curaçao VAT-free or shop online at European webshops.

Many people in Bonaire like to order products from European web shops - be it fashion from Zalando, electronics from Mediamarkt, furniture from Ikea or so on. Why? Because many products are not available locally or are offered at high prices. Unfortunately, many (web) stores do not deliver outside the European Union or charge sky-high shipping costs. Still, there is a smart way to order VAT-free from the Netherlands to Bonaire. With Shop Plus Ship B.V., online shopping in Europe does become possible, and it's all economical, reliable and fully regulated.

Why VAT-free ordering from the Netherlands is interesting on Bonaire

European products are known for their quality, durability and reliability. Thanks to the CE mark, they meet high safety and environmental requirements. As a result, they often last longer than products from other regions. So all this is good for the environment and your wallet.

Those buying products from Bonaire in Europe normally pay hefty: think European VAT, shipping costs and local import duties Bonaire.

That European VAT which is 21% in the Netherlands doesn't actually have to be paid at all because Bonaire is outside the European Union. Only ... many webshops do not cooperate. They prefer to deliver within the Netherlands and do not want to put the effort/time into the hassle of exporting.

And that's exactly where Shop Plus Ship helps. We arrange the entire process so that you can order VAT-free in the Netherlands and receive your order on Bonaire without any hassle. Also with suppliers from other EU countries, VAT-free purchasing is often possible - provided the supplier cooperates.

This makes it extra interesting to buy products such as furniture, electronics, car parts or fashion items in the Netherlands/Europe and have them shipped inexpensively to Bonaire.

What does shipping to Bonaire cost?

Because we are not only a shipper, but also a buyer (hence the name Shop Plus Ship), we do more than just transportation. In fact, the rate consists of:

- The procurement of your goods
- VAT-free documentation
- The transport documents
- Inspection of the goods upon arrival at our warehouse
- Seaworthy packing (including materials)
- The actual shipping

The cost depends on weight, dimensions, number of packages, packing method and the shipping method chosen(air freight or sea freight to Bonaire).

• Ocean freight is usually the most economical option, with an average delivery time of 4 to 6 weeks, including customs clearance.
• Air freight is faster, often arriving in Bonaire within 1 to 2 weeks, but a lot more expensive.

Because every shipment is unique, we always recommend asking for a no-obligation quote in advance. This way we know we can offer our service as economically as possible and you will find all costs clearly listed. And yes even an indication of the local costs on Bonaire.

So what about these local costs?

When importing goods to Bonaire, there are always local costs, such as:

-Import duties Bonaire
-ABB (general spending tax)
-Customs clearance through our local agent: Cavalier Logistics Bonaire

Shop Plus Ship helps you understand these costs in advance. On our quotations you will always find a clear indication of costs, so there will never be any surprises.

Why an indication? Because in the end, Bonaire Customs is the final decision-maker.

Want to know how high the ABB is or exactly how other local charges are calculated?
Read more on our page Import duties and local charges Bonaire.

How does VAT-free ordering through Shop Plus Ship work?

The process is surprisingly simple. In four steps, your order from the Netherlands will be on Bonaire in no time:

Step 1 - Shopping in Europe

Choose your favorite products at webshops like Bol.com, IKEA, HEMA or other European stores. Make an overview or screenshot of your shopping cart.

Step 2 - Requesting a quote

Submit your overview, screenshot or product links via the quotation form on our website.

Step 3 - Get your quote

Within approximately 48 hours (on business days), you will receive a no-obligation quote with the VAT-free products, the Shop Plus Ship rate and an indication of local costs.

Step 4 - Confirm & Submit

Do you agree with the offer? Then we order the products VAT-free in Europe, and arrange for your shipment to be delivered to Bonaire the Shop Plus Ship way (which we are proud of). All you have to do is wait for your order to arrive.

Top 10 European stores from our Shop Plus Shippers on Bonaire

Our customers on Bonaire prefer to order from well-known European webshops. Thanks to VAT-free ordering and economical shipping, we see that every two weeks we can fill a container with goods from Europe.

Below are the top 10 most popular stores among Shop Plus Shippers in Bonaire:

1. Coolblue - White goods, PC`s, TV`s and other electronics
2. Baby-Dump - Prams, baby rooms and care items.
3. IKEA - Furniture, home accessories and storage solutions.
4. Leen bakker - Sofas, cabinets, table and so on.
5. Bouwmaat - Tools, building materials and do-it-yourself products.
6. Bol.com - All-in-one webshop for electronics, books, toys and more.
7. Elektramat - Electronics and other building products.
8. Sklum - Affordable designer furniture with a modern look.
9. Jysk - Affordable furniture and home decor.
10. Mediamarkt - Electronics, laptops, smartphones and white goods with excellent warranty.

Is your desired supplier not listed here? No worries, we can make VAT-free purchases from any supplier in the Netherlands.

Frequently asked questions about VAT-free ordering and shipping to Bonaire

1. How long does shipping from the Netherlands to Bonaire take?
   Sea freight: 4-6 weeks on average (provided the supplier delivers within a week).
   Air freight: 1-2 weeks on average.
   Please note that customs on Bonaire can sometimes extend the delivery time.

2. Can I also have large products such as furniture shipped?
   Yes, you certainly can. Shop Plus Ship handles small packages as well as pallets and complete containers.
3. Do I have to arrange anything with customs myself?
   No, we take care of all documents and customs clearance for you. The local agent on Bonaire(Cavalier Logistics Bonaire) may ask for personal documents to start customs clearance.
4. Can I have multiple orders from different suppliers shipped together?
   Yes, that's even recommended! By bundling packages or products, you save on shipping and documentation costs.

Conclusion: safe, economical and fully regulated

Shopping or ordering online from Bonaire does not have to be difficult or expensive. With Shop Plus Ship BV you benefit from VAT-free shopping in Europe, professional processing and reliable shipping to Bonaire.

Whether you are an individual or an entrepreneur: with Shop Plus Ship you buy directly from Europe, without VAT and without hassle. So you get the complete European offer to Bonaire, at lower prices. Smart, simple and good for your wallet!

Request your quote now here through Shop Plus Ship and discover how easy it is to order VAT-free from Bonaire from European webshops.

Many people in Aruba like to order products from European webshops. This could be fashion from Zalando, electronics from Mediamarkt, furniture from Ikea or so on. Why? Because many products are not available locally or are offered at high prices. Unfortunately if you want to shop online, many (web) stores do not deliver outside the European Union or charge sky-high shipping costs. Yet there is a smart way to order VAT-free from the Netherlands to Aruba. With Shop Plus Ship B.V. online shopping in Europe is possible and all of this is arranged cheaply, reliably and completely.

Why VAT-free ordering in the Netherlands is interesting from Aruba

European products are generally known for quality, craftsmanship and reliability. Because of this, the quality is often a lot more durable than products from other continents making them last longer (which is of course better for the wallet) but products from Europe are also often a lot better for people, animals and the environment because of the CE mark.

If you buy products from Aruba in Europe, you normally pay considerable costs: think European VAT, shipping costs and local import costs. Let's start about this VAT, because that Dutch VAT of 21% is actually not necessary when goods are exported outside the EU. Unfortunately, (web)stores, suppliers or wholesalers often don't cooperate because they can simply sell their products in the Netherlands and they don't want any hassle.

Via Shop Plus Ship, you always order products from the Netherlands without VAT, saving directly on the purchase price. Also with suppliers from other EU countries VAT-free purchasing is often possible - if the supplier allows it. This makes it even more interesting to buy furniture, electronics, car parts or fashion items in the Netherlands and have them shipped to Aruba at low prices.

What does shipping to Aruba cost?

Since we are not only a shipper but also a buyer (hence the name Shop Plus Ship), we do more than just shipping. In fact, the tariff consists of;

- The procurement of your goods
- VAT-free documentation
- The transport documents
- Inspection of the goods upon arrival at our warehouse
- Seaworthy packing (including materials)
- The actual shipping

Costs depend on weights, dimensions, number of packages how the products need to be packed and the chosen shipping method(air freight or sea freight to Aruba). If you choose sea freight, this is usually the most economical option, with an average delivery time of 4 to 6 weeks, including customs clearance. Want to receive your order faster? Then air freight is a faster, but more expensive choice - often arriving in Aruba within 1 to 2 weeks.

As you can see, there is a lot involved and every shipment is different. That is why we offer you the best price if you request a free quote with all costs listed (yes even with an indication of the local costs in Aruba) so you immediately know where you stand.

And what about local costs?

When shipping or importing goods to Aruba, there are always local costs, such as:
- Import duties
- Sales tax (OB)
- Customs clearance through our agent: Cavalier Logistics

Shop Plus Ship helps you understand these costs in advance. On our quotations you will always find a clear indication of costs, so there will never be any surprises.

Why an indication? Because ultimately the customs in Aruba makes the final decision on import duties.

Want to know exactly how import duties or other local fees are calculated or how high they are? Read more on our Import duties and local fees Aruba page.

How does VAT-free ordering through Shop Plus Ship work?

The process is surprisingly simple. In four steps, your order from the Netherlands will be in Aruba in no time:

1 - Shopping in Europe
Put your products in the shopping cart at stores like Bol.com, IKEA, HEMA or other European web shops. Take an overview or screenshot of your shopping cart.

2 - Request a quote
Submit your overview, screenshot or product links via the quote form on our website or click here.

3 - Get your quote
Within +/- 48 hours (during business days) you will receive a no-obligation quote with the VAT-free products, Shop Plus Ship rate and estimated local costs.

4 - Confirm & send
Do you agree with the offer? Then we order the products VAT-free in Europe, and arrange for your shipment to be delivered to Aruba the Shop Plus Ship way (which we are proud of). All you have to do is wait for your order to arrive.

Top 10 European stores from our Shop Plus Shippers in Aruba

Many of our customers simply order their favorite products from well-known European web shops. Thanks to VAT-free ordering and economical shipping, they can save a lot this way.
Below are the top 10 most popular stores among Shop Plus Shippers from Aruba where they prefer to shop online:

1. IKEA - Furniture, home accessories and storage solutions.
2. Baby-Dump - Prams, baby rooms and care items.
3. HEMA - Useful household items, school supplies and home accessories with Dutch quality.
4. Douglas - Luxury perfumes, cosmetics and skincare from top brands.
5. Zalando - Fashion for women, men and children from hundreds of brands.
6. Bol.com - All-in-one webshop for electronics, books, toys, home & garden.
7. Gamma / Praxis - Tools, building materials and do-it-yourself products.
8. Sklum - Hip affordable designer furniture.
9. Jysk - Affordable furniture and home decorations.
10. Mediamarkt - Electronics, laptops, smartphones and white goods with excellent warranty.

Is your desired supplier not listed here? No worries, we can make VAT-free purchases from any supplier in the Netherlands.

Frequently asked questions about VAT-free ordering and shipping to Aruba

How long does shipping from the Netherlands to Aruba take?
-From purchase to delivery to agent takes Ocean freight +/- 35 days provided supplier delivers within one week.
-Airfreight +/- 14 days if the supplier delivers within one week.
Keep in mind that customs at the destination can delay this process.

Can I also have large products such as furniture shipped?
Yes, you certainly can. Shop Plus Ship handles small packages as well as pallets and complete containers.

Do I have to arrange anything with customs myself?
No, Shop Plus Ship takes care of customs clearance, documents and handling with customs completely for you. Keep in mind that the agent in Aruba(Cavalier Logistics) can only ask for your personal documents to start customs clearance,

Can I have multiple orders from different suppliers shipped together?
Yes, this is even recommended. By bundling multiple packages, you save on shipping and documentation costs.

Conclusion: safe, economical and fully regulated

Shopping or ordering online from Aruba does not have to be difficult or expensive. With Shop Plus Ship, you benefit from VAT-free shopping in Europe, professional processing and reliable delivery to Aruba.

Whether you are an individual or an entrepreneur, with Shop Plus Ship you buy directly from Europe, without VAT and without hassle. So you get the complete European offer to Aruba, at lower prices. Smart, simple and good for your wallet!

Request your quote now here through Shop Plus Ship and discover how easy it is to order from Aruba VAT-free from European webshops.

Rotterdam, 12-03-2021.

Today we received the unpleasant news about delays at the two shipping lines with which our containers sail to Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao .
Due to over capacity of up to more than 50% due to the loss of a third shipping company that normally sails to the destinations, in the coming weeks containers may remain in port or less containers can be booked.
Because of this they expect at least 1-2 weeks delay per sailing in quarter 1 of 2023 + quarter 2 of 2023.
Normally transit time takes +/- 28 days provided the supplier delivers within 7 days. So this may take longer in the coming time.
Please keep this in mind for any shipments now underway or booked in the future.

For questions or more information, please contact us using the information below;

TEL: +31 (0)10 2613773
TEL : +31 6 53 50 91 29 (also whatsapp)
E-mail : Info@mybw.nl

**last updated on 25-01-2023

Once the ship has arrived in the port of Philipsburg or the plane has landed at Princess Juliana International Airport and the VAT-free products have been cleared through customs in St. Maarten you will receive a message that you can pick up your shipment at our agent Cavelier logistics. When picking up the goods you always have to pay the local costs. These local costs consist of the trade/customs costs excluding import duties.

Trade/customs costs Sint Maarten

The handling/customs costs are the costs for unpacking your shipment, checking your Dutch or European products, preparing your shipment and clearing so that the products may be released into free circulation. In plain language, these are the costs incurred so that you can "finally" take home the products you have been waiting for.

Theact/custom charges in SXM are as follows;

-If your shipment consists of package(s)/pallets delivered via air freight, you will pay;
From 1 - 10 kg, 25.00 USD
From 11 - 50 kg, 35.00 USD
From 51 -150 kg, 45.00 USD
From 150 - 250 kg, 55 USD
Above 250kg, 55 USD + each kg (more than 250kg) a surcharge of 0.35 USD per kg.

-If your shipment consists of package(s)/pallets delivered via ocean freight, you will pay;
From 1 - 10 kg, 25.00 USD
From 11 - 50 kg, 35.00 USD
From 51 - 150 kg, 45.00 USD
From 150 - 250 kg, 55 USD
Above 250kg, 55 USD + each kg (more than 250kg) a surcharge of 0.35 USD per kg.

Import duties Sint Maarten

Then import duties. Import duties are the taxes on products imported from abroad. St. Maarten is a tax-free island. This means that you can import products from abroad tax free. In short, there are no import duties to be paid on Sint Maarten when importing European products.

Example calculation

This calculation is a sample calculation in Euro`s including all costs;

Suppose you want to buy furniture from Ikea, worth € 1500.00.
From that 21% VAT is deducted, so that already saves €260.33.
Ikea has shipping costs of €39
To get your order VAT-free, seaworthily packed on 1 pallet and shipped from the Shop Plus Ship warehouse to Philipsburg you pay €103 .50
The import duty is €0
The handling/customs fee for this pallet is 55USD which is converted to €49.03

Total price €1431.20

Would you like more information about local costs or would like more information about our service. Please get in touch via the contact page or check our website at your destination.

CAUTION! Prices, percentages and rules are indicative due to 3rd party spending information. The customs on St. Maarten is in the above always final decision and we as a company in the Netherlands have no influence on this.

Rotterdam, 17-12-2020.

Over the last few days with the new lockdown in the Netherlands and elsewhere in Europe, we are regularly receiving the following questions regarding the Corona virus;

Are you guys still open?

Yes we may still remain open until further notice. Some of our personnel are working from home but we are still 100% operational. We have taken a number of measures that the RIVM has given companies in the Netherlands. We are following all RIVM guidelines and taking hygiene measures to prevent further spread of the virus.

Can the corona virus travel on cargo to our destination?

We have been in contact with RIVM and customs at some destinations about this. They say the following about it;

RIVM: The virus does not survive well outside the body. The RIVM bases its findings on knowledge following other coronaviruses. These viruses spread through humans and animals. Outside the body, infection is virtually impossible, and certainly not on cardboard or packaging material.
In addition, there is no known case worldwide of contamination via products sent from China by air or sea freight, so there is no reason to assume that this will happen to other destinations.

Customs in Curaçao and Suriname: Since there is no reason to believe that the virus is transmitted through cargo, the transport of cargo is simply allowed.

Is my shipment delayed?

Sea freight: The goods/freight we send by sea freight have no delays. All containers are loaded and also all ships are still sailing to the destinations.

Air freight: The goods/freight we send by air freight have no delays so far. Since July 1, 2020, more planes are flying to all destinations again. There is still a surplus of cargo and not enough space to fly this air cargo to the destinations. Because of this, the air freight rates have shot up quite a bit but we see that in recent weeks the trend is that the prices per KG are going down again. We have a direct line with all airlines and will share any changes or updates with you immediately. So we will handle every air freight request ad hoc.

Situation of European suppliers: In addition, we do want to make the observation that the delivery time of the suppliers should be taken into account. Most of the companies where the VAT-free products are sourced are still open online but due to the rush at the mail order companies, delivery times may be longer than normal.

Situation at destinations: At the destinations, we notice that due to confluence of Covid, holidays and vacations, Customs is behind in releasing the sea freight containers and air freight shipments until the 2nd week of January 2021. The smartest thing to do is to inquire locally with our agents regarding the current status of the duration in terms of customs clearance. Via our track and trace system the agent's details can be viewed.

Our team would like to wish everyone all health in this extraordinary situation. For additional questions or more information you can always email(info@mybw.nl), call (+31 (0)10 2613773) or send a message on WhatsApp (+31 6 53 50 91 29).

Once the ship has arrived in the port of Paramaribo or the plane has landed at the Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport/Zanderij and the VAT-free products have been cleared through customs in Suriname, you will receive a message that you can pick up your shipment from our agent Laparkan in Paramaribo. When picking up the goods you always have to pay the local costs. These local costs consist of the trade/customs costs excluding 8% VAT plus import duties.

Trade/customs costs Suriname

The handling/customs costs are the costs for unpacking your shipment, checking your Dutch or European products, preparing your shipment and clearing so that the products may be released into free circulation. In plain language, these are the costs incurred so that you can "finally" take home the products you have been waiting for.

Trade/customs costs in SRD are as follows(excluding 8% barrel);

-Air freight packages:
From 1 - 10 kg, 12.50 SRD per kg
From 11 - more kg, 10.00 SRD per kg

-Air freight trade shipments :
105USD Handling fee +
1kg - 99KG, one time USD35 or
100kg - more kg, 0.45USD per kg

-Sea freight packages :
SRD 0.40 SRD per liter (minimum SRD 25)

-Sea freight trade shipments:
105USD handling fee +
40USD per cbm

Import duties Suriname

Then import duties. Import duties are the taxes on products imported from abroad. These taxes are there to create a threshold by which Suriname tries to protect its own market from products from abroad. Because of this, products from Suriname should have an advantage in price over products that are imported. Because many products and goods come from outside Suriname, many products for sale in Sranang have to deal with these import taxes.

Below are most common import duty rates;

These import duty rates are always calculated over the CIF value (CIF value = value of goods + transport costs + (possible) transport insurance 2.0% over the invoice value).

Example calculation

This calculation is a sample calculation in Euro`s including all costs;

Suppose you want to buy a computer via Bol.com, worth € 800.00.
First of all, 21% VAT will be deducted, so that is €168.00.
Bol.com has no shipping costs from 20€ so that is €0.00
To get your order VAT-free purchased, checked, all documentation, packed seaworthy as 1 package and shipped from the Shop Plus Ship warehouse to Paramaribo you pay €63.30
Import duty (computer 18%) is €125.15
The handling/customs cost for this package (8KG) is 100 SRD + 8% VAT is converted €14.17

Total price €834.62

Would you like more information about local costs or would like more information about our service. Please get in touch via the contact page or check our website at your destination.

CAUTION! Prices, percentages and rules are indicative by 3rd party spending information. The customs in Suriname is in the above always final decision and we as a company in the Netherlands have no influence.

Once the ship has arrived in Kralendijk harbor or the plane has landed at Bonaire International Airport and the VAT-free products have been cleared through customs on Bonaire, you will receive a message that you can pick up your shipment from our agent Cavalier Logistics/PPS. When picking up the goods you always have to pay the local costs. These local costs consist of the trade/customs costs plus ABB.

Trade/customs costs Bonaire

The handling/customs costs are the costs for unpacking your shipment, checking your Dutch or European products, preparing your shipment and clearing so that the products may be released into free circulation. In plain language, these are the costs incurred so that you can "finally" take home the products you have been waiting for.

Trade/customs costs in USD are as follows (excluding 6% abb);

-Does your shipment consist of one or more package(s) delivered via ocean freight;
49.00USD for the first package.
Each additional package is 2.50USD.

-Does your shipment consist of one or more package(s) delivered via air freight;
49.00USD for the first package.
Each additional package is 2.50USD.

-Large shipment via sea freight; from 1m³ onwards
83USD for the first cubic meter in handling/customs charges.
plus 40.00USD per additional cubic meter.

-Larger shipment via air freight; from 62kg onwards
83USD handling/customs charges per shipment.
plus 0.40USD per kg.

-Exceptions to the above;
If the CIF value (cif value = value of goods + transport insurance + transport cost) is under 100 USD, customs charges are 0 USD.
If an envelope/package via air freight is under 3 kg and the CIF value is under 100 USD then the handling/customs charges are 12.50USD.
If an envelope/package via air freight is under 3kg and the CIF value is above 125 USD then the handling/customs charges are 18.00USD.
For shipments above 150kg via air freight, there is a Heavy weight surcharge of 50 USD.

Import duties Bonaire

Then import duties. Import duties are the taxes on products imported from abroad. These taxes are there to create a threshold by which Bonaire tries to protect its own market from products from abroad. The rate of import duties you must pay is set at zero (0%) for all goods. So you pay no import duties on Bonaire on the VAT-free Dutch/European products. You only have to pay general spending tax (ABB) on these products.

General spending tax (ABB);

The rate of ABB you must pay, with a few exceptions, for all goods on Bonaire is 8%;
Some exceptions are passenger cars (25%) and very clean passenger cars (0%).
ABB is always calculated over the CIF value (CIF value = value of goods + any transport insurance + transport costs).

Example calculation

This calculation is a sample calculation in Euro`s including all costs for a small volume shipment (1cbm or less);

Suppose you want to buy a laptop on Bol.com, worth € 1500.
From that goes 21% VAT to begin with, so that already saves €260.33.
The delivery cost from Bol.com to our warehouse is free from €20.
To ship your order VAT-free, seaworthy packed as a package and from the Shop Plus Ship warehouse to Bonaire you pay €102.21 for this example.
The ABB (8%) is €118.39.
The handling/customs cost for this package is 49USD converted €42.56.
From this comes 6% abb worth €2.55.
Total price €1505.38

This calculation is a sample calculation in Euro`s including all costs for a large volume shipment (1cbm or more);

Suppose you want to buy a sofa at ikea, worth €1500.
From that, to begin with, 21% VAT comes off, so that already saves €260.33.
The delivery costs from Ikea to our warehouse for this example is €54.95.
To ship your order VAT-free, seaworthy packed as 1 pallet and from the Shop Plus Ship warehouse to Bonaire you pay €185.22 for this example.
The ABB (8%) is €118.39.
The handling/customs cost for this pallet is 83USD converted €72.36.
From this comes 6% abb worth €4.34.

Total price €1674.93

Would you like more information about local costs or would like more information about our service. Please get in touch via the contact page or check our website at your destination.

CAUTION! Prices, percentages and rules are indicative due to 3rd party spending information. The customs on Bonaire is in the above always final decision and we as a company in the Netherlands have no influence.

Once the ship has arrived in Oranjestad or the plane has landed at Koningin Beatrix Airport and the VAT-free products have been cleared through customs on Aruba, you will receive a message that you can pick up your shipment from our agent Cavelier Logistics/PPS. When picking up the goods you always have to pay the local costs. These local costs consist of the trade/customs costs, import duties and the BBO/BAVP/BAZV at import.

Trade/customs costs Aruba

The handling/customs costs are the costs for taking out your shipment, checking your Dutch or European products, preparing your shipment and declaring the products to customs so that the products may be released into free circulation. In plain language, these are the costs incurred so that you can "finally" take home the products you have been waiting for.

The act/customs cost in AWG is as follows (incl. 7% bbo);

-If your shipment consists of package(s) delivered via ocean freight, you will pay;
69.50AWG for the first package.
Each additional package is 21.20AWG per package.

-If your shipment consists of package(s) delivered via air freight, you will pay;
69.50AWG for the first package.
Each additional package is 21.20AWG per package.

-Larger shipment via ocean freight (pallet);
125.35AWG per shipment
plus 24.64AWG per cubic meter

-Larger shipment via air freight (pallet);
228.96AWG per shipment.
plus 0.63AWG per kg

Import duties Aruba

Then import duties. Import duties are the taxes on products imported from abroad. These taxes are there to create a threshold through which Aruba tries to protect its own market from products from abroad. Because of this, products from Aruba are supposed to have an advantage in price over products that are imported. Because almost everything comes from outside Aruba, almost every product for sale on the island faces these import duties. These import duties percentages are always calculated over the CIF value (CIF value is the value of the goods + any transport insurance + transport costs).

Below are most common import duty rates;

Are the correct import duties not listed here or curious about all other import duties in Aruba? Then click here.

BBO/BAVP/BAZV
In addition to the import duties a new levy called BBO/BAVP/BAZV will be in force as of August 1, 2023. This concerns 7% also calculated over the CIF value (CIF value = value of goods + possible transport insurance + transport costs).

Example calculation

This calculation is a sample calculation in Euro`s including all costs;

Suppose you want to buy Toys for the holidays via bol.com, worth € 750,-
There is 21% VAT deducted, so that already saves €130.17.
Bol.com has no shipping costs from 20€.
To get your order VAT-free, seaworthy packed in 1 package and shipped from the Shop Plus Ship warehouse to Aruba you pay €43.30
The import duties (Toys 6%) are €39.79
BBO/BAVP/BAZV (7%) €46.42
The handling/customs fee for this package is 69.50AWG converted €35.20

Total price €784.54

Would you like more information about local costs or would like more information about our service. Please get in touch via the contact page or check our website at your destination.

CAUTION! Prices, percentages and rules are indicative due to 3rd party spending information. Customs in Aruba is in the above always final decision and we as a company in the Netherlands have no influence.