New Import Duty/VAT Thread. Read Post #1 for Rules Updated 14/11/2024

swoofer · 11-01-2023 03:49PM

Yes that's why I asked. Thank you. I'll have a look on Royal Mail and see if I can find form.

thanks for quick reply.

Hotblack Desiato · 11-01-2023 07:11PM

@swoofer If it's through eBay, does it offer their global shipping service? (Seller forwards it to UK eBay depot and they handle customs etc. having charged you the applicable VAT at checkout, then forward it on to you)

11-01-2023 07:18PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/119853158#Comment_119853158

Update on this

Fedex issued a credit for the full amount of the incorrect VAT & fee along with a revised invoice which now shows a total of €0.00 owed by me.

I am not sure if a revised invoice for the lower amount will follow at a later stage. Still, it's a positive outcome.

tuisginideach · 12-01-2023 03:43PM

I want to buy a secondhand book form a UK-based (private) bookseller - does anyone know if that will incur extra charges on delivery by An Post? Thanks

The Continental Op · 12-01-2023 06:15PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120098777#Comment_120098777

I love to hear back that you don't incur any charges but if it were me I'd expect to pay 23% VAT plus handling fee.

Jim_Hodge · 12-01-2023 06:55PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120098777#Comment_120098777

Provided the seller puts the correct codes on the customs declaration you shouldn't pay anything.

geotrig · 13-01-2023 10:17AM

I am the same with a package with an post ,payed customs 10 days ago and still showing no movement ,normally releaseed within the day it might be just a case of high volumn of items hitting customs over the xmas just after that is slowing everything down ,unless there is an issue there is noting you can really do only sit and wait

tuisginideach · 13-01-2023 04:44PM

Thanks.

I can't make hear nor tail of the An Post site information and the links to Revenue don't work....

dxhound2005 · 20-01-2023 07:24PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120046554#Comment_120046554

Date of arrival, but that could anything up to 30 days "out of date". The same rate is used for the full month.

https://www.revenue.ie/en/customs/businesses/importing-exporting/exchange-rates/2023/january-2023.aspx

quarryman · 06-02-2023 09:35PM

Apologies if this has been asked before but I couldn’t see an answer that relates. If I buy an item privately online from the US and what should I expect to pay in taxes and duty and how can I minimise it?

edit: I actually read the first post properly. Seems the VAT is based on the item value. And discussing setting a lower item value will not be discussed here.

tphase · 07-02-2023 10:54AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120209293#Comment_120209293

VAT is based on the value of the item plus shipping and insurance costs so the only way to legally reduce your VAT liability would be to have it shipped uninsured using the cheapest possible shipping method. Duty will be based on the value of the goods if they are valued at more than €150.

The only exemptions are if the item is a gift valued up to €45 or if you have a waiver from Revenue, neither of which apply in this case

quarryman · 07-02-2023 05:01PM

Thanks. Why would I not insure it though? If the bulk of the cost is the 23% VAT then I should still insure the delivery right?

Hotblack Desiato · 07-02-2023 06:05PM

How can 23% VAT be the bulk of the cost?

tphase · 07-02-2023 10:05PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120211942#Comment_120211942

the cost of insuring it is included in the overall value. Up to you if you want to insure it or not

quarryman · 07-02-2023 11:43PM

The bulk of the extra charges I mean. Insurance is far lower than the 23% tax so I’m wondering about the logic of not insuring it.

tphase · 08-02-2023 12:50AM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120213581#Comment_120213581

you asked how to minimise your import charges. Logically that means not taking out insurance. I'm not commenting on the wisdom or otherwise of choosing to do this (or not).

Revenue has a searchable website full of useful information. Unfortunately it's not always easy to find the information you need so here's where I'd start https://www.revenue.ie/en/customs/individuals/buying-online-personal/outside-eu.aspx (the same link as in the first post in this thread)

Esel · 08-02-2023 01:03AM

Forget about reducing costs by dropping insurance.

Sierra Oscar · 15-02-2023 04:20PM

Am I correct in saying that computer parts purchased from a UK retailer (but not originating from the UK) still have a 0% customs rate i.e. only the 23% VAT rate and admin fees will apply?

Escapees · 19-02-2023 04:48PM

I'm looking at buying an item online via eBay from Israel (one of those countries that's kinda half in the EU). Can I assume that all will be kosher from a VAT and customs point of view? The item is relatively low value.

whiterebel · 19-02-2023 08:08PM

What do mean kosher? It will be subjet to VAT, and as per the first post, you need to look up the taric to see if there is duty payable.

ohnonotgmail · 19-02-2023 10:05PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120261565#Comment_120261565

Israel are an associate member of the EU but you still pay vat as normal on imports from israel.

Escapees · 19-02-2023 10:36PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120262853#Comment_120262853

Thanks. Asking a silly question maybe, but can I assume that the VAT is already included in the selling price or is it something I could get hit for by An Post? Things seem clearer on eBay when it comes to buying from non-EU countries like the UK!

ohnonotgmail · 19-02-2023 11:23PM

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120263022#Comment_120263022

Entirely down to the seller. Some prepay it some don't.

kirving · 25-02-2023 06:30PM

Bought some jewelery recently from a .ie website, but it shipped from the UK.

Paid An Post VAT and Duty, but now want to return the item as it doesn't suit.

An Post say that the don't do VAT or Duty refunds, but surely there must be a way? The cost is in the hundreds of euro.

tuisginideach · 03-03-2023 06:41PM

I emailed Revenue to ask about the procedure for buying a secondhand book from UK. I got an automatic reply stating that they would reply in order of receipt but that there might be a delay due to how busy they were. A few weeks later I got a very clear, personalised reply explaining the procedure in detail and commenting that as there is no VAT on books I shouldn't be charged, but that if I were charged incorrectly, I could apply to be refunded. A very efficient reply from Revenue - I was very impressed. I ordered the book and it was delivered without any extra charges.

i.browne1 · 13-03-2023 05:44PM

I bought some electronical goods from the UK. They arrived via courier and I paid over €200 in taxes and customs owed through UPS.

Subsequently I have returned the goods to the UK and received a refund. I'm wondering am I entitled to a refund on the taxes and customs paid as I did not keep the items?

If so how do I go about claiming this. Revenue website direct me to the courier but UPS are directing me back to revenue.

Any advice greatly appreciated!

whiterebel · 13-03-2023 07:26PM

UPS did the customs entry, so its up to them to pursue it.

i.browne1 · 16-03-2023 05:22AM

I thought as much. Has anyone had any joy in following this up with a courier or is there anyway I can chase it myself with revenue?

2021rocks · 02-05-2023 11:28PM

Looking at purchasing musical instrument from a business in the UK.

Different options. I can buy a new instrument or a second hand one. I can buy an instrument made in UK or made in the EU.

Do different VAT rates apply to musical instruments? I have come across conflicting information online. There are a number of instruments available but obviously if I can legally minimise any VAT or duties by choosing one made in UK or Europe or does that have any effect? Thanks

MEGA BRO WOLF 5000 · 02-05-2023 11:58PM

I'm getting pretty damn sick of this now. A car bulb was sent to me from the UK last week, second hand, cost me £5. Got the letter today to pay a further €21 plus €3.50 admin. The UK was the only place I could source it. This is the fourth or fifth time I've been overcharged for things.

Is there any place like parcel motel that is a work around for this nonsense.

New Import Duty/VAT Thread. Read Post #1 for Rules Updated 14/11/2024

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