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Ordering parts from America - import tax question


matth76

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Hi

I occasionally see parts I want to order from America. Who here has ordered from America and can tell me how the import tax works? Is it the same rate as VAT, ie 17.5% on the total cost inc shipping or is it calculated in some other way - and how do I pay it and when? Say for example I order something and get it delivered to my local garage (because they would be fitting the parts) would they have to pay the import tax because they have taken receipt of the goods - how does it all work?

 

Thanks for any help and info.

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Depends what shipping company is used.

 

Some require payment before they despatch from there U.K. depot.

Some take payment at time of delivery.

Some invoice in arrears.

 

Factor in around 22% (for tax and duty) of the total including the shipping cost.

 

Also some Couriers will hit you with a service / handling charge.

 

Alex.

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I recently ordered an Ipod adapter from Americia and the import tax was around 20%. The Company the shipped it though was FedEx and they add on a £10 admin fee.

 

I hate FedEx with a passion :angry: The last 3 orders I have had being delivered by them have all arrived late :angry:

 

Was supposed to have one arriving today & theres still no sign of it

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