What tariffs does Poland have?

Poland adheres to the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) and tariffs are based on the Harmonised System. Polish customs regulations comply with the European Union’s European-wide directives. The majority of goods are subject to tariffs rates of up to 30 per cent, although tariffs on some luxury items are more than 100 per cent.

What are Poland's import duties?

Poland has adopted the Common Customs Tariff (CCT) of the EU which applies to goods imported from outside Europe, while transactions carried out between Poland and the European Economic Area (EEA) countries are free of duty. In general, EU external import duties are relatively low, especially for basic and raw goods (around 5% on average).

How does international trade affect solar PV?

International trade policies significantly influence manufacturing costs and investment returns throughout the solar PV supply chain. Tariffs and trade barriers can increase component prices by 10-30%, directly impacting module costs and project viability.

Does Poland need customs clearance?

Customs clearance of the imported goods Importing goods to Poland from countries that are not EU member states requires customs clearance. This requires the preparation of a customs declaration together with presentation of the necessary documentation, payment of customs duties and taxes owed on the import of the goods.

How do I import a product into Poland?

In most cases, before respective ministry grants import permission on a product, the product must be reviewed and recommended for import into Poland by one or more inspectorates or technical associations, depending on the nature of the product. Some products, once imported (like those that can affect consumer health) also require registration.

How do trade policies affect solar PV deployment?

As governments worldwide accelerate their transition to renewable energy, the role of trade policies in determining the success of solar PV deployment has become more pronounced, making it essential for industry participants to develop comprehensive strategies that account for evolving regulatory frameworks and market conditions.