Micro-Export & ETGB Consultancy
Export shipments under 30,000 Euro and 600 kg from Turkey to Europe without a customs broker. Fast, low-cost and compliant with ETGB. MercanWorks OÜ — Mustafa Mercan.
What Is Micro-Export?
Micro-export is a simplified customs regime for international shipments under 30,000 Euro and 600 kg. With the ETGB (Electronic Commerce Customs Declaration) document, Turkish SMEs and e-commerce sellers can export to Europe quickly without a customs broker.
- Limit: 30,000 Euro and 600 kg per shipment (as of 2026)
- Document: ETGB — simplified customs declaration
- No Customs Broker Required: Can be processed directly through PTT or contracted courier firms
- Tax Advantage: VAT refund opportunity for exporters
Micro-Export vs Standard Export
| Criterion | Micro-Export (ETGB) | Standard Export |
|---|---|---|
| Customs Broker | Not required | Required |
| Processing Time | Same day | 1–3 business days |
| Cost | Low | High |
| Shipment Limit | 30,000 Euro / 600 kg | Unlimited |
What Does MercanWorks OÜ's Micro-Export Consultancy Include?
- ETGB Document Preparation: Correct preparation of all necessary documents
- Carrier Selection: PTT, DHL, UPS, TNT cost comparison and recommendation
- Customs Tariff Analysis: HS code determination and correct tariff classification
- VAT Refund Process: Tax advantage management for exporters
- Returns Management: Reverse logistics and customs processes for returned shipments from Europe
Micro-Export Process: Step by Step
Which Products Can Be Exported via Micro-Export?
- Textile and apparel products
- Electronic accessories and small electronics
- Home decoration and giftware
- Cosmetics and personal care products
- Food (with appropriate certificates)
- Industrial components and spare parts
Who Is Micro-Export Suitable For?
Micro-export is ideal for Turkish SMEs, cross-border e-commerce sellers and businesses selling on Amazon, Etsy and European marketplaces. If you export regularly in volumes under 30,000 Euro per shipment, micro-export offers a significant cost advantage over standard export.
Micro-Export & ETGB Questions
As of 2026, the micro-export limit is 30,000 Euro and 600 kg. Shipments below this limit can be sent abroad via ETGB without a customs broker.
ETGB (Electronic Commerce Customs Declaration) is a simplified customs document used in micro-export. It is faster and lower cost compared to standard export.
Micro-export can be used for shipments to all EU member states, UK, USA and many other countries. Destination country import regulations and prohibited products list should be checked separately.
Products exported via ETGB are subject to 0% VAT. The 18% or 8% VAT paid on purchases can be reclaimed from the tax office within 1–3 months with proper documentation.
Yes, micro-export requires an active tax registration. However, it can be done as a sole trader or limited company. E-export can also be conducted via PTT as an individual.
MercanWorks OÜ manages all processes from ETGB preparation to carrier selection, HS code determination to VAT refund. Consultancy is provided for both one-time shipments and regular exporters.
Start Exporting from Turkey to Europe
Contact Mustafa Mercan to export quickly and cost-effectively via micro-export (ETGB).