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Posted Sat, 07 Dec 2024 14:53:50 GMT by montagne01
Received clothing from Denmark, doesn't fit so I plan to return them.
UPS made me pay Import Charges, which included governmental charges and a brokerage fee.
I assume I won't be able to get the brokerage fee back and I assume governmental charges include VAT and duty.
If I return the goods, is it possible to get the 'governmental charges' back?
How do I go about this?
Posted Mon, 09 Dec 2024 18:56:17 GMT by Customs oldtimer
Yes you can reclaim .
In this circumstance it would be an invalidation of an import entry so you need to reexport within 3 months of the original import. You will need proof of the reexport. It would also be worth checking the T&Cs of the retailer who sold the goods to you. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/how-to-apply-for-a-repayment-of-import-duty-and-vat-if-youve-overpaid-c285
Posted Thu, 12 Dec 2024 09:55:55 GMT by HMRC Admin 13 Response
Hi Montagne01
You can claim for repayment if you’ve overpaid import duty and VAT or returning goods you have purchased.
Please see the guidance at:How to claim a repayment of import duty and VAT if you've overpaid
Thank you

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