zero_deficit 0 Posted January 15, 2014 (edited) While not an original idea, I thought I'd create a fake watch repair invoice for people sending reps to countries with risky customs, or those who just wanna go to the extra effort of ensuring their replicas end up where they want it to end up. Instead of making your own one up, I made one for everyone to use. All you have to do is 1) Download the .docx file: http://www.filedropp...chrepairinvoice (I can upload it in another format if someone wishes) 2) Change the watch details and date. You can also change the particulars, cost, and even the name of your 'watch repair store' if you want 3) Print it out 4) Place it with the rep you're sending 5) Declare on your customs deceleration form something like 'Repaired timepiece' or something along the lines of that 6) Send it off I welcome any feedback, or if there are any flaws in my idea. Happy shipping guys Edited January 15, 2014 by zero_deficit Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Realism 72 Posted January 15, 2014 the EU guys would probably love you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pipaulsen 0 Posted January 15, 2014 "Thumbs up", this will probably come in handy. Thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aren 27 Posted January 15, 2014 Great post...well done !!! Thanks for sharing! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N.Rico 1 Posted January 15, 2014 VERY CLEVER MATE . Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deju 1,885 Posted January 15, 2014 And when they request proof of item leaving the country? Because they can. Just saying. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kleen™ 45 Posted January 15, 2014 And when they request proof of item leaving the country? Because they can. Just saying. Then you give them your tracking number - simples.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mielur 0 Posted January 15, 2014 who is zd watch repair thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monty010 1 Posted January 15, 2014 who is zd watch repair thanksnobody but customs doesn't know that Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
deju 1,885 Posted January 15, 2014 And when they request proof of item leaving the country? Because they can. Just saying. Then you give them your tracking number - simples.... Total different procedures for repaired goods with Customs in the UK. Quick excerpt from HRMC: In addition, we cannot normally allow RGR unless at the time of import, you produce acceptable evidence of previous export of the goods from the EU or UK, as appropriate, and their duty status at export. By 'duty status' we mean whether the goods are in free circulation, products of an Inward Processing relief (IP) operation, or end use goods. You must still prove previous export of the goods from the EU, but if you have tried unsuccessfully to get details of their duty status at export and the amount of any duty to be paid now, we may be able to make enquiries to establish those details for you. Declare the goods to CPC 61 23 F01 along with Form C1314 and supporting evidence of previous export, and tell our import officer why you cannot prove duty status. For example, because the previous exporter has gone out of business and you cannot get the information from them. We will release your goods if we are satisfied that all the conditions for relief are met. If there are any doubts or unresolved aspects concerning the claim, we will still release the goods if you give us financial security (for example a cash deposit or banker’s guarantee) to cover the duty and or tax at stake, either pending production of further evidence from you, or while we undertake any enquiries about duty status for you. Important: please bear in mind that you are liable to fines if you make false statements to obtain, or try to obtain, relief to which you are not legally entitled. The goods involved are also liable to forfeiture. Total can of worms being opened right there! Literally 10pages of small print. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pipaulsen 0 Posted January 15, 2014 I don't think those rules are unique to the UK. However, no matter how you look at it, it is still contraband goods. How far you are willing to go to fool customs is up to the person sending/receiving the products. There is a risk no matter how it is done, as this hobby of our involve illegal goods. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites