What is the FedEx invoice I received?

The invoice you received is not related to the shipping fee. The shipping fee you paid us has already been fully settled with FedEx before your package was shipped.

In most cases, the invoice is about Custom Duty, Tax, or Tariffs imposed by your country’s government when citizens purchase goods from abroad.

As shown in the screenshot of our checkout page, FedEx shipments are sent under DAP (Delivered At Place), which is listed as Standard Delivery (Duties & Taxes Excluded). This means duties and VAT are not included in the shipping fee. You may need to pay local customs charges upon delivery, depending on your country’s regulations and import thresholds.

Why am I being charged?

Each country has its own laws and regulations regarding imports.

• The rate and type of charges vary depending on local customs rules.
• These rules can change regularly, so the amount may differ from shipment to shipment.
• On the FedEx invoice, you will usually see a breakdown of the charge type and rate.

If you have questions, you can:

• Contact FedEx customer support directly for clarification.
• Review the current customs regulations of your country.

Who is responsible for customs charges?

FedEx shipments from us are always sent under DAP (Delivered At Place) terms.

This means customs duty and tax are the buyer’s responsibility. FedEx collects these charges on behalf of your government.

How can I avoid customs delays and charges?

For future orders, you may choose Spaceship Air (DDP):

• DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) means we pay all customs duty and tax in advance for you.
• This method covers all charges on our side, so you won’t receive a separate FedEx invoice.
• It is the best option for most US customers and EU customers, as it helps avoid customs delays and unexpected charges.

Summary

• FedEx invoice ≠ shipping fee.
• It usually covers government‑imposed customs duty/tax.
• Under DAP, buyer pays customs charges.
• With Spaceship Air (DDP), we handle all taxes/duties upfront.

DAP vs DDP

• DAP – Delivered At Place: the seller delivers goods to the buyer’s location, but import duties, taxes, and customs clearance are the buyer’s responsibility.
• DDP – Delivered Duty Paid: the seller delivers goods to the buyer’s location with all import duties, taxes, and customs clearance fully paid by the seller.

Updated on: 28/08/2026