dean4276 0 Posted May 14, 2013 I'm a first time buyer and my TD is Andrew @ TT. Whilst monitoring the transit of my watch, it is currently in the UK but awaiting customs clearance. Is this anything to worry about or do all watches sent via EMS go thru this process? Tracking table posted below. Any idea how long this takes from this stage as it hasn't been updated for 36 hrs? Date Time Location Tracking Event 12-05-2013 20:26 International Hub Awaiting Customs clearance 12-05-2013 20:25 International Hub Received in destination country 08-05-2013 22:06 Delivery Agent - GUANGZHOU - PTT Forwarded for export 08-05-2013 18:02 Delivery Agent - CHINA Collected from customer 08-05-2013 18:02 Delivery Agent - CHINA Collected from customer Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
malkie 15 Posted May 14, 2013 Tracking may not change again until your package hits the UK, plus its possible that the package may stay in Hong Kong for a day or so, you may get an update then. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mattr845 0 Posted May 14, 2013 Its nothing to worry about, it can take upto two weeks to clear uk customs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dean4276 0 Posted May 14, 2013 Thanks Malkie, when I view on the EMS website, the package is currently a a ParcelForce hub in Coventry. Only just noticed that the ParcelForce website doesn't give this info. I have posted the EMS website info below; Timing Site Status 2013-05-08 18:02:00 City of Guangzhou Posting 2013-05-08 18:54:00 City of Guangzhou Despatch from Sorting Center 2013-05-08 20:13:00 GUANGZHOU Arrival at Sorting Center 2013-05-08 20:15:00 GUANGZHOU Arrival at Sorting Center 2013-05-08 20:49:00 GUANGZHOU Handed over to Customs 2013-05-08 22:02:00 GUANGZHOU Released from Customs 2013-05-08 22:06:00 GUANGZHOU Despatch from Sorting Center 2013-05-12 20:25:00 UNITED KINGDOM COVENTRY PARCELFORCE Arrival at Sorting Center 2013-05-12 20:26:00 UNITED KINGDOM COVENTRY PARCELFORCE Handed over to Customs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dean4276 0 Posted May 14, 2013 Thanks Mattr845 That's fine then if that's the norm, just wasn't sure as this was my first transaction. Cheers Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uddind 0 Posted May 14, 2013 Well I have had any problems yet with ems and parcel force for watches however I did purchase a something else from china which was held and investigated for 2 weeks so I didn't receive the item for a month.... Best courier to use in uk is dhl it will come within 3-4 days so much better than crappy ems parcelforce Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dazz140 0 Posted May 15, 2013 Iv got 2 on the way with ems and they've been 'awaiting customs clearance' in Coventry since the 9th (last thurs) so nearly a week now! Status hasn't changed. Parcelforce does give this info, put your tracking number in on their site and click track, then the next page make sure you click 'details' then it will show you more info. I'm not worried they will come eventually. It is frustrating though as you pay more for ems. Hope this makes you feel better that mine have been there longer anyway! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut121 0 Posted May 15, 2013 You really shouldn't track your parcel......... Just forget about it and surprise surprise it will turn up in couple of days...... You will be far more relaxed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hazz 0 Posted May 15, 2013 do not worry, I say ,,,do not worry. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
narikaa 129 Posted May 16, 2013 You really shouldn't track your parcel......... Just forget about it and surprise surprise it will turn up in couple of days...... You will be far more relaxed What nonsense Everyone knows that like the old Nintendo 'Track n Field' games the more often and faster you tap the keyboard the faster it goes Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dean4276 0 Posted May 16, 2013 Mine has turned up today. Just need to get home from work now. Fingers crossed, all is good! It took 3/4 days to move on from the 'Awaiting Customs Clearance' state at Coventry (yesterday at 1300) and was delivered at 0700 this morning Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dazz140 0 Posted May 16, 2013 Whaaaaaat? How come mines still not moved? Just tracked again and still the same. I hope it's not got lost. Everything iv ordered in the past has only ever been in customs for 1-2 days, guess I've been lucky! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Odyseus 1 Posted May 16, 2013 The worst part is definitely U.K. customs, I had a shipment stuck for nearly 2 weeks once:( Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Uddind 0 Posted May 16, 2013 Use DHL toro delivery takes 3 days from china to my doorstep in London ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dazz140 0 Posted May 16, 2013 Yeah, this is my last time with ems I think! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut121 0 Posted May 16, 2013 You really shouldn't track your parcel......... Just forget about it and surprise surprise it will turn up in couple of days...... You will be far more relaxed What nonsense Everyone knows that like the old Nintendo 'Track n Field' games the more often and faster you tap the keyboard the faster it goes Just like watching the kettle boil............ Or paint drying Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
onionbag 1 Posted May 16, 2013 Go airmail..................for the truly satisfying, masochistic, tracking experience.....................oooooooer that's better..............aaaah! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
R1evans 0 Posted May 16, 2013 I've got a 42mm ceramic po at Coventry customs today,so let the wait begin. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dazz140 0 Posted May 16, 2013 My airmail record is 8 weeks! Didnt even bother tracking that one! Only 6 weeks to go and this ems one may yet beat it ;-) I've got a 42mm ceramic po at Coventry customs today,so let the wait begin. bet it comes before mine, ha! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dean4276 0 Posted May 16, 2013 Home, bracelet resized, on wrist. Happy days. Cheers for your advice chaps. Those who are still waiting good luck, I'm sure they will turn up soon. Glad I don't have to check the parcelforce website every couple of mins refreshing the page now.......well until I order my next rep anyway! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dazz140 0 Posted May 16, 2013 Now all that's left for you to do is to post a wristshot! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dean4276 0 Posted May 16, 2013 Damn iPad won't let me post a pic, am I being a retard or am I missing a trick here? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut121 0 Posted May 16, 2013 Damn iPad won't let me post a pic, am I being a retard or am I missing a trick here? Download photobucket from AppStore create an account, take photo and copy the IMG code Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dazz140 0 Posted May 16, 2013 I find best doing it through photobucket if you're just using the site (get the link from PB then post the link!), or if your using taptalk app (if you haven't already discovered it its magic!) you can post straight from the app! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dean4276 0 Posted May 16, 2013 Lets see if this works then... http://i1300.photobucket.com/albums/ag91/dean040276/89c2e4b71a4d51ea64799257ceeb6ea3_zps3b0a379d.jpg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites