Customs charges

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 wainright 08 Jun 2022

Hi folks,

Apologies for asking so many questions, this is not really directly gear related, but I am struggling to find the answer I need.

Would anyone know roughly how much charges etc would be on a pair of £155.00 pair of boots from La Sportiva in Italy.

I am probably being very stupid, but can't seem to work out what I would need to pay extra on that amount.

Cheers

 Ridge 08 Jun 2022
In reply to wainright:

They're more than £135, so at a minimum an extra 20% UK VAT, plus a customs handling charge is my understanding.

 runestone 08 Jun 2022
In reply to wainright:

Another Brexit Benefit !!!!!!

OP wainright 08 Jun 2022
In reply to Ridge:

Thank you 

OP wainright 08 Jun 2022
In reply to runestone:

Yes, Indeed another Brexit benefit...so annoying!!

 Jenny C 08 Jun 2022
In reply to wainright:

Where were they manufactured?

If manufactured in the EU just 20% UK VAT, plus a handling fee for someone to clear then through customs on your behalf.

If manufactured outside the EU you would also have duty (maybe 16% ?), and then UK VAT is charged on top of the duty.

(Rate of duty depends on exactly how they are classified as goods - if buying direct from the manufacturer they should be able to advise on the correct code)

Post edited at 12:31
OP wainright 08 Jun 2022
In reply to Jenny C:

Thanks Jenny, that is really helpful


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