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E: 29/01 Win An iPad Mini 4 (Gleam)
Lakshmi7
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It is a scientific fact that your body will not absorb calories if you take it from another person's plate.
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Chocolate is the answer and I don't give a damn what
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US Giveaway - will incur Import Duty & VAT (on the total cost of the iPad, postage & insurance) if you win0
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DynasticDux wrote: »US Giveaway - will incur Import Duty & VAT (on the total cost of the iPad, postage & insurance) if you win
Many thanks for point that out!
Anyone know what is roughly total of amount need to be pay beforehand?
If it's too much for me then I may need to consider about whether to carry on with their comps or not.
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Ipad Mini 4 - approx £300
Postage - approx £30
Insurance - approx £20
Total import duty & taxes due: £70.00 (VAT)
Notes on duty & taxes rates and compliance
Apple Ipad is duty free and a has a VAT rate of 20%
Notes on import taxes due
Please note that your shipping provider may add an additional handling fee
http://www.dutycalculator.com/new-import-duty-and-tax-calculation/saved_calculations/view_details/198605565/0 -
Unless it's sent as a gift, which is doable since it's a giveaway and you aren't paying for it.
Worth noting also the secondhand value of this ipad is about £100 too.Hi, we’ve had to remove your signature. If you’re not sure why please read the forum rules or email the forum team if you’re still unsure - MSE ForumTeam0 -
Unless it's sent as a gift, which is doable since it's a giveaway and you aren't paying for it.
Worth noting also the secondhand value of this ipad is about £100 too.
Of which the company can be prosecuted for as it is not a gift
Also you have to pay import duty & tax on any "gift" valued at £40 or over
http://www.dutycalculator.com/help_center/do-i-have-to-pay-duty-and-vat-on-a-gift/
Also nothing in the T&C's state it is secondhand - infact quite the opposite
The prize will ship when it is available to purchase.0
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