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Consumers Oppose €3 Fee on Online Purchases

Published December 31, 2025, 15:12
Consumers Oppose €3 Fee on Online Purchases

Consumers in Cyprus are opposing the upcoming imposition of a €3 fee per product on online purchases from third countries, such as Temu and Shein, which will be implemented this summer. The President of the Cypriot Consumers Association described the decision as burdensome for consumers, emphasizing that it was taken despite the objections of European consumer associations. The fee will be imposed even on low-value products, such as one euro, resulting in a significant cost for a package containing multiple items. The Consumers Association estimates that the platforms will be forced to absorb the cost of the fee, increasing product prices.