gra001 Posted August 4, 2016 Share Posted August 4, 2016 Guys, I'm going to buy my daughter (Aussie resident) a Rolex in the UK and take over when I next visit. Some are telling me I'll need to pay an import tax and others that I can reclaim the VAT.......advice welcome, thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newjez Posted August 4, 2016 Share Posted August 4, 2016 Guys, I'm going to buy my daughter (Aussie resident) a Rolex in the UK and take over when I next visit. Some are telling me I'll need to pay an import tax and others that I can reclaim the VAT.......advice welcome, thanks. If you are a woman, or you are taking a lady friend, how would they know it's not just your watch? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bungo Posted August 4, 2016 Share Posted August 4, 2016 (edited) If you are a woman, or you are taking a lady friend, how would they know it's not just your watch? The box? OP you will not be able to claim a UK VAT refund as you are a UK resident. It doesn't matter that you are taking the item offshore. This is unlike the Australian GST system which would allow a resident to reclaim GST if they take goods overseas with them. There could be import tax, yes. Edited August 4, 2016 by Bungo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newjez Posted August 4, 2016 Share Posted August 4, 2016 The box? OP you will not be able to claim a UK VAT refund as you are a UK resident. It doesn't matter that you are taking the item offshore. This is unlike the Australian GST system which would allow a resident to reclaim GST if they take goods overseas with them. There could be import tax, yes. You post the box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srg73 Posted August 4, 2016 Share Posted August 4, 2016 No could...would be import tax. One of my late dads friends bought a watch offshore and bought back to uk....huge tax bill and fine! Box and warrantee are the issues. S Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newjez Posted August 4, 2016 Share Posted August 4, 2016 No could...would be import tax. One of my late dads friends bought a watch offshore and bought back to uk....huge tax bill and fine! Box and warrantee are the issues. S As I said, post the empty box. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perthbum Posted August 4, 2016 Share Posted August 4, 2016 (edited) just put "gift"on the box, no import tax. I sell all over the world on ebay and as long as you put "gift" on import label no import tax Edited August 4, 2016 by Perthbum Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parley Posted August 4, 2016 Share Posted August 4, 2016 just put "gift"on the box, no import tax. I sell all over the world on ebay and as long as you put "gift" on import label no import tax so you are a thief ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Perthbum Posted August 4, 2016 Share Posted August 4, 2016 so you are a thief ? yes....sue me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robfromdublin Posted August 4, 2016 Share Posted August 4, 2016 Could you buy it in Oz and therefore avoid Vat? Or would price difference out weigh the tax saving? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rallyman Posted August 4, 2016 Share Posted August 4, 2016 Can't see there being much of a saving, I have looked at buying another Rolex and a Tag but there was only about $100 in it so imho not worth the hassle. In fact with the pound dropping it might be cheaper to buy with Ozzie dollars ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newjez Posted August 5, 2016 Share Posted August 5, 2016 (edited) Guys, I'm going to buy my daughter (Aussie resident) a Rolex in the UK and take over when I next visit. Some are telling me I'll need to pay an import tax and others that I can reclaim the VAT.......advice welcome, thanks. Interesting present though. Why did you choose a Rolex watch? I would love it if my dad popped over with a Rolex. Can't see it happening though. Edited August 5, 2016 by newjez Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starlight7 Posted August 5, 2016 Share Posted August 5, 2016 Get one in Malaysia! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JockinTas Posted August 5, 2016 Share Posted August 5, 2016 Get one in Malaysia! I got mine in Bangkok. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newjez Posted August 5, 2016 Share Posted August 5, 2016 Actually the good fake tag watches in Malaysia were fantastic. Not the rubbish ones but the quality fakes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gra001 Posted August 5, 2016 Author Share Posted August 5, 2016 Interesting present though. Why did you choose a Rolex watch? I would love it if my dad popped over with a Rolex. Can't see it happening though.My two boys love watches, just back from New York where I bought my eldest son a Submariner and waiting for delivery of the same for my youngest who is UK based. So, that leaves my daughter who is not so much a watch nut but I figure it's a lovely thing to have and will remind them all of their old man. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramot Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 My two boys love watches, just back from New York where I bought my eldest son a Submariner and waiting for delivery of the same for my youngest who is UK based. So, that leaves my daughter who is not so much a watch nut but I figure it's a lovely thing to have and will remind them all of their old man. We did the same for our 3, bought them all a special watch. Does your daughter definitely want a Rolex? our daughter preferred an Omega. If you definitely know what she wants then go for a Rolex, but our daughter changed her mind when she tried different makes on, and we rather enjoyed being with her while she chose which she liked best. Enjoy your visit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srg73 Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 Why not buy in Dubai on the way through tax free and legit. I bought my Tag Heuer Carrera in Hong Kong from a dealer my brother knows, 6 months old and less than 1/2 price, still had all protection on and was unworn including paperwork box etc. My brother has bought loads of watches from them including a rose gold IWS Portuguese and they have Rolex's of all ages and types. Where I will be buying my next watch however my Tag is still going strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JockinTas Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 We did the same for our 3, bought them all a special watch. Does your daughter definitely want a Rolex? our daughter preferred an Omega. If you definitely know what she wants then go for a Rolex, but our daughter changed her mind when she tried different makes on, and we rather enjoyed being with her while she chose which she liked best.Enjoy your visit. Our two sons chose their special watches for their 21st birthdays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parley Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 Kids these days don't wear watches. I bought my kids nice SWATCH watches on the way home from Europe and none of them wear them. They just get the time from their phone if they want to see the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest241083 Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 ..........agree PC.......many don't wear watches anymore.... ..........but we bought the youngest one ,as he needs it for the career he chose.... ..........often best to let the recipient choose ,as so many different ones Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JockinTas Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 Kids these days don't wear watches.I bought my kids nice SWATCH watches on the way home from Europe and none of them wear them. They just get the time from their phone if they want to see the time. That's so true Parley. Do you wear a watch? I haven't for years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Parley Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 No. I'm not wearing one either at the moment. The battery ran out and never got around to replacing it. It just becomes a habit to wear one but no real need to these days. Something like Apple Watch may take over but traditional watches will probably die out eventually as it is mainly older generation that like to wear a nice watch these days. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JockinTas Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 No. I'm not wearing one either at the moment. The battery ran out and never got around to replacing it. It just becomes a habit to wear one but no real need to these days. Something like Apple Watch may take over but traditional watches will probably die out eventually as it is mainly older generation that like to wear a nice watch these days. I have three 'special' watches which I never wear now. My parents gave me one on my 16th birthday then my 21st and I have a Rolex which was my Dad's who left it to my brother and when he died he left it to me. It must be over 60 years old but works perfectly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bungo Posted August 6, 2016 Share Posted August 6, 2016 I have three 'special' watches which I never wear now. My parents gave me one on my 16th birthday then my 21st and I have a Rolex which was my Dad's who left it to my brother and when he died he left it to me. It must be over 60 years old but works perfectly. I have two. A Rolex I bought myself when I was about 32 and a Cartier my husband got my for my 40th. Currently though, I am wearing my fitbit and I get the time off that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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