Heidrun D

I am a visual artist from Germany and have been invited to exhibit in two group shows in Edinburgh this summer. I am planning to take about 6 of my drawings/paintings there by train. I was advised by German institutions to apply for a carnet for the artworks for the sake of simplicity, and to enter the country with an ETA myself. However, this would mean that I would not be able to sell any of my works in Scotland. Do I understand this correctly? I have been trying for weeks to get valid information on how I can come to a solution that will allow me to offer my works for sale in the UK - and whose financial and time expenditure is in proportion to the matter. (Each work would possibly be offered with a maximum sale price of 2,500 GBP). It is uncertain whether a sale will take place at all! a) Would a sale be possible with a carnet - with notification of the sale to the customs authorities? And what would have to be taken into account? b) If a carnet is not sufficient, how are the drawings treated for import VAT? As it may only be a temporary import c) Which of the six methods for calculating the value would be used? d) Would an online declaration be sufficient? e) What type of visa would I need to apply for? f) What would I need to bear in mind with a purchase contract? Is it sufficient to apply for a VAT in the event of a sale? I greatly appreciate your support! Thank you