| When I had ebay purchases from outside the EU sent to me in the UK I was charged VAT and Import Duty (and sometimes handling fees) by the carrier (Royal Mail/TNT/DHL). Of course there would be a work around if the value is not declared and the item is not insured. But then you are dealing with someone who doesn't do things by the book - they could send you non-functioning goods and then legitimately wash their hands of any complaint... |