Do I have to pay custom duty???

Question

I've just bought an item off ebay from America to take advantage of the exchange rate situation. But will I have to pay a custom charge?? If so, how much will it be or does it depend on the value of the item being sent??

Thanks.

Answer 1

Customs is overwhelmed by the amount coming in ..they focus on big parcels and expensive (declared value) parcels .. anything small and under about £35 shroud get through ..

They charge Duty (anything from zero to 30%, depending on the type of goods) PLUS VAT (17.5%). There will also be handling charges (FedEx charge about £25 as I recall, which I believe included both Customs handling and FedEx handling).