mr luvpants Posted May 14, 2010 Share Posted May 14, 2010 Just had the third shipping bloke round to give us quote. He mentioned something that the other two didnt. He asked us why we were not shipping a washing machine and tumble drier. We said that we were going to get new out in oz to which he replied that they are more expensive in oz and if we buy them and ship them within the 3 months preceeding our departure, we will be able to claim the VAT back as we are exporting them. I have never heard this before. Can anyone throw any light on this? JOHN Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest YellowGecko Posted May 14, 2010 Share Posted May 14, 2010 I think this only applies to whitegoods bought very recently. E-mail him on his business card address and get EXACT details as he is more than likelt very correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ali Posted May 15, 2010 Share Posted May 15, 2010 But if it's classed as an export ... will you then have to pay something at the other end as an import duty? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest proud2beaussie Posted May 15, 2010 Share Posted May 15, 2010 HM Revenue & Customs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
supa Posted May 15, 2010 Share Posted May 15, 2010 It's in his best interest for you to ship very large items, I guess - cynical, moi? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest prettyinpink Posted May 15, 2010 Share Posted May 15, 2010 If you are shipping white goods as an import to Australia, as long as it's under AUD 1,000 in value they will be duty free, otherwise they'll be subject to a 5% duty tax. Please note that you will also be liable for fumigation charges here in Australia. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Metoo Posted May 15, 2010 Share Posted May 15, 2010 Enquire at John Lewis, I think that you have to have your goods delivered direct to your shipper and you purchase the items vat free. If you have the items delivered to your home address then you will have to pay the vat then claim it back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr luvpants Posted May 15, 2010 Author Share Posted May 15, 2010 Please note that you will also be liable for fumigation charges here in Australia. On a washing machine?:chatterbox: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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