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title: "How do prepaid duties and taxes help my customer experience?"
url: "https://www.shipstation.com/faq/how-do-prepaid-duties-and-taxes-help-my-customer-experience/"
type: "faq"
modified: "2026-06-10T09:37:01-05:00"
---
Prepaid duties and taxes can reduce delivery-day fees and friction. With ShipStation’s cost transparency at label purchase time on eligible DDP shipments, you can set clearer expectations and protect your brand.