Import to France
Import Japanese Pokémon to France
Source sealed Japanese Pokémon boxes directly from trusted sellers in Japan and ship them to France — with live JPY prices, verified sellers, real reviews, and landed-cost tools.
Built for French collectors · prices shown in EUR
Japan
The source
France
Delivered
- Import tax
- VAT 20%
- Duty on cards
- €3 flat
- Typical transit
- 3–7 business days · DHL
- Prices shown in
- EUR
The bottom line
For French collectors, buying Japan-direct through Pacific Card Exchange means newer sets, lower per-box prices, and full transparency on taxes, duties, and shipping.
Why France collectors import from Japan
Demand for sealed Japanese Pokémon keeps climbing across France — from collectors and local card shops in Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Bordeaux to resellers stocking bulk cases. Japanese sets release months ahead of Western print runs and frequently cost less per box, even after import costs.
Buying Japan-direct through Pacific Card Exchange lets French collectors skip the local reseller markup and source the newest releases — Black Bolt, White Flare, and Terastal Festival — straight from verified sellers in Japan, with live JPY pricing on every set.
Shipping to France
Most Japan-to-France orders ship via DHL, with fully tracked, insured delivery typically landing in 3–7 business days. After your payment clears, sellers usually provide a tracking number within 24–48 hours.
Pacific Card Exchange managed orders use flat-rate international shipping regardless of box count, so you know the delivery cost up front. Parcels enter the EU through a customs hub where VAT and a small handling fee are assessed before final delivery in France.
Recommended carrier
DHL
Express / International
3–7 business days
Many sellers use DHL for EU and UK orders when FedEx is unavailable or more expensive. Transit is slightly longer but often more economical for European destinations.
Customs & import taxes in France
Since July 2021 the EU has charged VAT on all imports into France with no low-value exemption. Expect the standard 20% VAT on the declared value plus a small carrier clearance fee (around €3) collected before delivery.
Trading cards clear EU customs duty-free, so there is no separate tariff — the main cost is 20% VAT plus shipping. Our import calculator models this in EUR so you can compare the landed cost against local France prices before you commit.
- Duty on trading cards
- €3 flat
- Consumption tax
- VAT 20%
- De-minimis threshold
- Eliminated
- Typical import cost
- €3 + VAT
Tax and duty figures are indicative and can change — always confirm current rules with France's customs authority before a large order.
Payments
Paying sellers from France
Pay in a way that suits you. For international transfers, Wise consistently gives French collectors the best rate into Japanese yen.
Wise
Best rateBest real exchange rate for converting your currency to JPY; low, transparent fees.
Credit card
Widely accepted for managed Request Orders; simple and fast.
PayPal
Buyer protection on eligible orders; accepted by many sellers.
Bank transfer
Cost-effective for larger, bulk orders once you trust the seller.
Popular products
Popular products French collectors import
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Live price proof
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Trusted Japanese sellers
Verified, active sellers with public profiles and real review history — ready to ship to France.
Success stories
Buyers importing to France and beyond
Real reviews from collectors and resellers who sourced sealed product Japan-direct.
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Frequently asked questions
Everything French collectors ask about importing Japanese Pokémon from Japan.
Yes. The EU applies 20% VAT on the declared value of all imports into France, plus a small carrier clearance fee. There is no low-value exemption anymore.
Trading cards are duty-free across the EU, so you generally only pay 20% VAT plus shipping — there is no separate tariff.
DHL typically delivers to France in 3–7 business days, once the seller has dispatched your order and it clears EU customs.
Wise is recommended for the best EUR-to-JPY rate; most sellers also accept credit card, PayPal, and bank transfer.
Yes. Our import calculator adds 20% VAT, the clearance fee, and flat-rate shipping, so you can compare the full total against local France prices.
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Japan-direct prices, shipped to France
Compare live seller prices, read real reviews, and place a secure order in minutes.
Import cost calculator
Model landed cost in EUR, including taxes and shipping, before you buy.
How importing works
The complete step-by-step guide to buying sealed Japanese Pokémon direct.
Verified seller directory
Browse active Japan-direct sellers with ratings, reviews, and price coverage.
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