Do you ship craft sculpture internationally, and if so, what are the customs fees like?

Yes, we absolutely ship our craft sculptures internationally. We work with trusted carriers like FedEx, DHL, and UPS, and we carefully pack each piece with custom foam and double-walled boxes to ensure it arrives safely.

Now, about customs fees – that’s a question I get a lot, and I’m happy to break it down. Customs fees are not set by us; they are determined by your country’s customs authority. Typically, you will be responsible for any import duties, taxes (like VAT or GST), and brokerage charges. The amount depends on three main factors: the declared value of the sculpture, the material it’s made from (stone, resin, metal, etc.), and your country’s tariff classification for “works of art” or “decorative items.”

Here’s the honest part: I can’t give you an exact number because every country has its own rates. For example, shipments to the European Union often face VAT around 20% of the declared value plus a small duty rate (often 0-5% for original art). To the United States, original sculptures are usually duty-free if they qualify as “original works of art,” but decorative reproductions may have a 5-8% duty. To Canada, you might see GST/HST plus a possible duty.

To avoid surprises, we always include a commercial invoice with the HS code for art/sculptures, and we recommend you check with your local customs office or use an online duty calculator before ordering. We also offer to mark shipments as “works of art” when appropriate, which sometimes reduces fees.

In short: Yes, we ship globally. The customs fees are your responsibility, but we do everything we can to help you understand them ahead of time. If you’re interested in a specific piece, let me know the destination country, and I can give you a more tailored estimate based on our past shipments.