Customs Shield
Joined: 9/16/2024
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RE: Retrospective payment of VAT/duty?
@Oli Cooke I assume that by "brought," you meant "imported" by a carrier. Regarding customs charges relief, you can only declare the item as a gift if it was originally sent to you as a gift from the USA. First Scenario: If the museum is registered as a charity and recognized by HMRC, you may be eligible for relief from both duty and VAT. This eligibility also depends on how the museum intends to use the item. Second Scenario: If the museum is not registered as a charity, the clock qualifies as an antique due to its age, meaning no duty will be charged. Instead, VAT will be applied at 5%, rather than the standard 20%. -
RE: VAT charge again for replacement of faulty item
@import query1, If the goods are replaced under a valid warranty agreement, the replacement may qualify for duty and tax relief. However, if the goods are not covered by a warranty, they will be treated as a new import, and import charges will apply. Depending on the specific scenario and what was indicated on the invoice as the reason for export, FedEx may reimburse the charges. If not, as mentioned earlier, you should contact HMRC if you believe you've overpaid on Duty & VAT. -
RE: Bringing household items to UK as a returning UK citizen who will start a PhD
Hi, You can use the TOR relief as a returning student, you would need to complete ToR 1 form. You would need evidence of your course study, an enrolment email or letter will do. Also, you would need to complete the ToR 1 form before your goods arrive in the UK, to avoid delays in customs releasing them or getting charged duty and tax. -
RE: Shipping collectable items from Australia for sale at auction
Hi, First scenario, if the goods are entered into temporary admission procedure, duty is suspended temporary and you would most likely have to pay VAT on deposit. This is to cover customs charges incase the goods are sold. If the goods are not sold and re exported within the time limit, you get your deposit back. Either way,there will be a charge before collection. Second scenario, if the goods are entered into home use regime, Australia has FTA with the UK so you don't pay any duty(proof of origin is required). If your item qualifies as a collectible,you get reduced VAT at 5% instead of 20%.