colin 0 Posted July 13, 2010 Is the custom charging anything to worry about, or is that phrase nothing to worry about ? Parcel tracks Date Time Location Tracking Event 13-07-2010 10:27 International Hub En route to delivery depot 13-07-2010 10:23 International Hub Arrived at outward Office of Exchange 12-07-2010 21:12 International Hub AWAITING CUSTOMS CHARGING 12-07-2010 21:12 International Hub Arrived in destination country 04-07-2010 22:52 Delivery Agent - GUANGZHOU - PTT Left origin country 03-07-2010 21:38 Delivery Agent - CHINA Collected from customer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted July 13, 2010 Nope - it just means it's going through customs. They've never charged me yet Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted July 13, 2010 always a pleasure, mate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brightlight 0 Posted July 13, 2010 However, before opening the door to anyone, sneak a look out the window to ensure there are no armed customs officials staked out around your property. It is not widely known, but they tend to shoot on sight for serious offences such as importing counterfeit watches. It is best in this case to strip naked, and beore opening the door fully, push a white flag (a sheet tied to a broomstick, some of these armed customs officers do not have the best eyesight) through the letterbox, then open the door fully and stand with your hands on your head until told to exit. This may mean you will be taken into custody, not killed, and sentenced to 30 years. But don't worry, you'll be out in 15. Alternatively, ask your wife to answer the door, and then blame everything on her afterwards. Not only is this effective, it is also cheaper than divorce. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
colin 0 Posted July 13, 2010 I have had customs sting me before on things from the USA.....VAT, Import duty, handling fee ETC. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brightlight 0 Posted July 13, 2010 I have had customs sting me before on things from the USA.....VAT, Import duty, handling fee ETC. Yes, it seems to happen totally at random unless the stuff is shipped DHL or FEDEX in which case you always get charged VAT at the very least plus handling. A lot depends on what amount is declared if it is randomly picked. I got stung for around twenty pounds last year on a gen DJ case from the US but they declared the value high. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KinCaidk 0 Posted July 13, 2010 I have nothing to add... I just like BrightLight's new avatar! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ska 11 Posted July 13, 2010 +1 KINK - Brightlight - That makes me happy. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brightlight 0 Posted July 13, 2010 Thanks guys This was the other choice - She's saying "Not another 'kin watch!!" I think I chose wisely Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted July 13, 2010 However, before opening the door to anyone, sneak a look out the window to ensure there are no armed customs officials staked out around your property. It is not widely known, but they tend to shoot on sight for serious offences such as importing counterfeit watches. Yep - watch out for black helicopters too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Member X 91 Posted July 13, 2010 I have had customs sting me before on things from the USA.....VAT, Import duty, handling fee ETC. Yes, it seems to happen totally at random unless the stuff is shipped DHL or FEDEX in which case you always get charged VAT at the very least plus handling. Yep, I can confirm that FedEx charge... Invoice is sitting on my desk in front of me as I type! Fortunately I was only buying watch parts for a small amount of USD Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jonnybaws 5,280 Posted January 21, 2015 My MH from Steve is awaiting Customs Charging too :( I've now gone to def con 3.. looking out for Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
greg_r 83 Posted January 21, 2015 Holy fuck, JB - have you seen how old this thread is? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jonnybaws 5,280 Posted January 21, 2015 I know.. I could have started a search via the "Shouty.." but I thought I'd take my own advice and do a search.. Not as painful as I thought Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andyboy 5 Posted January 21, 2015 Bawwsy has went full noob. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jonnybaws 5,280 Posted January 21, 2015 Bawwsy has went full noob. Never go full noob I've personally never seen this status before, thought I may be up for a whacking great fee, who knows, may still be stung! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RussP 22,636 Posted January 21, 2015 It ain't referred to as necro-posting for nuttin......... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
andyboy 5 Posted January 21, 2015 My MH from Steve is awaiting Customs Charging too :( I've now gone to def con 3.. looking out for any update ? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jonnybaws 5,280 Posted January 21, 2015 My MH from Steve is awaiting Customs Charging too :( I've now gone to def con 3.. looking out for any update ? No change, from what I can gather, can stay in this status a few days/weeks if I'm unlucky.. Just waiting for the letter to drop asking me for X amount of money.. Now at Defcon "Mildly Miffed!" #bastards Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jonnybaws 5,280 Posted January 22, 2015 I know you're all interested... Don't pretend your not... Anyhoo, status change... Good news, its been released by Customs Bad news, do appear to be hit by a charge, don't know how much, however with the value of the package marked as $50, that shouldn't be too much.. And, given the contents of the package, I don't think I'll be contesting the charge As you were Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
