VAT Rates for UK Customers

The VAT rate on books delivered within the UK is 0%.

For delivery within the EU the VAT rate on books you purchase at HistoryDirect.co.uk is 0%.

Items which are not books and are shipped to addresses within the UK (such as audio books, ebooks, CDs, DVDs, software and PC and video games) are charged at the UK VAT rate of 17.5%.

This is also the VAT rate used for non-book items purchased at HistoryDirect.co.uk and shipped to addresses within all EU countries - 17.5%.

Bundled items containing a book and an item such as a CD-ROM, will have VAT charged which depends on the proportion of the total cost subject to VAT. The VAT rate on delivery reflects the VAT rate of the items you've chosen.

Goods sold by History Direct Ltd that are sent to addresses outside of the European Union are not subject to VAT. When ordering goods from History Direct Ltd for delivery overseas, it is possible you may incur import duties and taxes that are levied once the package reaches your country. Any additional charges for passing customs must be borne by you; we don't control these charges and are not able to predict what they may be.

Customs import policies differ considerably from country to country, so you should contact your local customs office if you need further information. Please also note that when you order from HistoryDirect.co.uk you are considered to be the importer of record so you must comply with all laws and regulations of the country where you receive your goods.