When purchasing items, if the seller and buyer are located in the same country, there are usually no import fees to pay. However, if the buyer's country imposes import taxes or other fees on specific items, then they may need to pay these additional fees. When using eBay to purchase items that cross international borders, buyers may need to pay customs duties, VAT, or other similar fees. These fees are usually paid by the buyer and collected upon delivery.

Buyers should carefully understand the export and import policies of items before purchasing in order to avoid unnecessary fees or other problems.