Fuel record in August, over 80 thousand tons/ Customs revenues also increase, 1.7 billion lek more than a year ago
Over 80,000 tons of fuel were cleared during August, marking the highest monthly level recorded so far. The data was released by the General Directorate of Customs, according to which the increase in fuel quantities has also made a significant contribution to the month's collections.
In total, customs revenues reached 22.8 billion lek during August this year, about 1.7 billion lek more compared to the same month last year.
Fuels are one of the main factors behind this performance. From excise duty alone, the increase in fuel-related revenues was 264 million lek, while in total, net excise duty collections increased by 502 million lek. Another contribution of 187 million lek came from cigarettes.
However, fuel has had an even greater impact on VAT collected on imports. According to Customs, revenues from this item increased by 1.1 billion lek compared to August 2025, with an additional 741 million lek coming from imported fuel alone. Other imported products also contributed to the increase in VAT, with 161 million lek more, as well as used cars, with an additional contribution of 146 million lek.
Meanwhile, customs duty revenues increased by 85 million lek, supported by imports of clothing, meat and metal structures, among others. Mining royalties also increased by 8 million lek, mainly as a result of higher quantities of minerals exported.
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