How Much Does Customs Clearance Cost? Does Hiring a Customs Agency Pay Off?
Many businesses and private customers ask: how much does customs clearance cost? Is it worth using a customs agency?
This article answers those questions and shows sample rates in force for 2025.
What determines the cost of customs clearance?
A customs agency’s fee depends on several factors:
- Transaction currency and country of origin/destination of the goods
- Type of procedure (import, export, transit, customs warehouse)
- Type of goods (e.g. food, pharmaceuticals, dual-use items)
- Scope of service – do you supply the documents yourself, or does the agency prepare them end-to-end?
- Extra inspections (veterinary, phytosanitary, etc.)
Some agencies hide charges and add surcharges without prior notice. With us you work under a written agreement and a transparent price list, so you know the cost of clearance before placing the order.
Indicative Terminus price list for 2025
| Service | Net price |
|---|---|
| Export declaration | from 150,00 pln |
| Import declaration | from 220,00 pln |
| Transit T1 | from 120,00 pln |
| INTRASTAT declaration | from 20 pln per invoice / line |
| EUR.1 document | from 100,00 pln |
Prices are indicative; actual amounts may vary case-by-case. Your dedicated account manager will confirm final rates.
Is it worth using a customs agency?
Yes—especially if you:
- Don’t know customs procedures – mistakes can lead to fines or seizure of goods.
- Want fast, friction-free clearance – agencies have direct access to IT systems and years of experience.
- Need representation before authorities – e.g. veterinary, sanitary or tax services.
How to order a customs clearance?
- Contact our agency – by phone or via the form on our website.
- Send your invoice and transport documents.
- Receive a cost estimate and completion date.
- Approve it – and we take care of everything else.
Terminus Customs Agency
Over 20 years of experience, tens of thousands of declarations processed, and a team of experts ready 24/7 across Poland—including fully remote clearance.
We’re here to support entrepreneurs.
Need help with exports or other customs procedures? Get in touch—Terminus has you covered.
