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Import & Duty Tax Help

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  • 00ec25
    00ec25 Posts: 9,123 Forumite
    1,000 Posts Combo Breaker
    Pure7865 wrote: »
    How come this isn't something that you're made aware of when purchasing something?
    it is,
    you neglected to read the small print
  • sheramber
    sheramber Posts: 23,615 Forumite
    Part of the Furniture 10,000 Posts I've been Money Tipped! Name Dropper
    When you buy internationally it normally states that you are responsible for any local taxes due.

    Goods not paid for will be returned to the seller who will be charged for the return postage. They will probably charge for it.
  • Pure7865
    Pure7865 Posts: 2 Newbie
    Alright thanks, I guess I'll just find £190 lol.
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