EXPLAINED: Why people are being charged to receive gifts in Italy sent from outside the EU

Sending low-value gifts to Italy from outside the bloc should be exempt from VAT duty, but many people are still being asked to pay extra postal fees at the doorstep.

EXPLAINED: Why are residents in Italy being charged to receive small parcels from outside the EU?

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