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Will I have to pay a tariff for a $1,300 (USD) watch shipping from EU

  1. pnwyankee Ω 1

    pnwyankee Jun 5, 2019

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    As you can see from my number of posts, I am new here
    I would like to purchase a vintage watch from an established forum member for shipment from the EU to the USA
    Value of the watch is approx. $1,300 US
    Should I factor any additional costs into my end of the transaction if the seller is willing to pay shipping
    ** the wire is a service provided for me free of charge by my bank - is there an exchange rate charge added by the US Bank? I heard 2%?
    ** customs/tariff due to declared value for shipping?
    Thanks.
     
  2. Dan S Ω 2

    Dan S Jun 5, 2019

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    Yes, in principle there is an import duty. It's a bit difficult to predict how much it will be. You should ask your bank about the exchange rate.
     
  3. Larry S Ω 2

    Larry S Color Commentator for the Hyperbole. Jun 5, 2019

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    If shipped correctly, and by this I mean insured for full value, you will get a bill From Fedex after being contacted to fill out a watch form, or pay upon pickup from DHL ... under $150 ....