Incoterms 2020
DDP
Delivered Duty Paid
Any transport modeThe seller delivers the goods, cleared for import with all duties and taxes paid, at the named destination ready for unloading. It places the maximum obligation on the seller.
Written as: DDP [named place of destination]
DDP
Delivered Duty Paid
Seller does everything, including import duty
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Risk
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SellerBuyerRisk
| Stage | Who pays | Who's at risk |
|---|---|---|
| Export packaging | Seller | Seller |
| Loading at origin | Seller | Seller |
| Inland to origin port | Seller | Seller |
| Export customs | Seller | Seller |
| Origin terminal charges | Seller | Seller |
| Loading on main carrier | Seller | Seller |
| Main carriage (freight) | Seller | Seller |
| Destination terminal charges | Seller | Seller |
| Import customs & duty | Seller | Seller |
| Inland to destination | Seller | Seller |
| Unloading at destination | Buyer | Buyer |
Seller's responsibilities
- Deliver to destination, cleared for import
- Pay all duties and taxes
Buyer's responsibilities
- Unload the goods at destination
Risk transfer
Under DDP, the risk of loss or damage passes from the seller to the buyer at Unloading at destination.
Insurance
Not required (buyer may arrange)
When to use it
When the seller wants to offer a fully landed, door-delivered price to the buyer.
Watch out
The seller takes on import clearance and tax in a foreign country — only choose DDP if you can manage that reliably.
Frequently asked
- Who pays import VAT and duty under DDP?
- The seller. DDP is the only Incoterm where the seller is responsible for import clearance and all import charges.