Import taxes

[jamie9048]

Right here`s a question I need a new engine for my Legacy diesel and the cheapest place is US of A but I wondered how much tax am I likely to pay.
the engine is $2400 shipping is $200

Ive never thought about doing this before but I get the impression its not going to be straight forward

[zefsider]

The percentage charged is the same VAT rate that applies to similar goods that are sold in the UK.

The import VAT percentage rate is applied to the total value of the goods. In the case of goods brought in this is the sterling equivalent of the price paid abroad, as shown on the receipt. In the case of goods posted from outside the EU, it is the amount on the Customs Declaration, which includes the price paid for the goods, the cost of transport, postage and packing, insurance and any duty that may be payable.

[audinut]

my guess is you will pay 338.37 in import duty - you can try the old trick of sending the item marked FOR REPAIR and you might dodge it if there are no invoices attached

[Pat D]

Just ask the sender to declare a very low value on the "receipt" or as a warranty job? Works a treat this way.

[audinut]

Just ask the sender to declare a very low value on the "receipt" or as a warranty job? Works a treat this way.

although this can affect the insurance value if you need the parcel insured for loss or damage

[piotr]

Hi,I just received invoice from DHL Express ,I have to pay £143.64 for duty,vat for parcel from 034 EFI (total value US $750) .It was first time I was buying from states and not sure if this £143 sounds about wright or to high?

[adam g]

I have seen websites that will calculate the import cost for you. Google import duty calculator.

[piotr]

Cheers buddy