Stevedevil
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I have just read an article with regards to the " grey imports " that we currently see on certain web sites.
The article states that if you import / buy an overseas ( Japan etc ) Camera / Lens etc, then when you try to export it yourself, by getting on a Plane / Boat etc for a holiday, when you return the item will be due TAX by Customs & Excise as they can use the last TWO digits of serial number to show its been imported, and if you dont produce the relevant paperwork to the Customs, they will impound all your equipment, not just the piece in question.
Now I know that people out there must buy from these sources as they are Cheaper.
Has anyone any views on this
Steve
The article states that if you import / buy an overseas ( Japan etc ) Camera / Lens etc, then when you try to export it yourself, by getting on a Plane / Boat etc for a holiday, when you return the item will be due TAX by Customs & Excise as they can use the last TWO digits of serial number to show its been imported, and if you dont produce the relevant paperwork to the Customs, they will impound all your equipment, not just the piece in question.
Now I know that people out there must buy from these sources as they are Cheaper.
Has anyone any views on this
Steve