ordering trainers from america online....any tips?

wakkaday · 06-08-2009, 12:37

hi guys
i want to order a pair of trainers (not available in uk) from america, now the website does offer international delivery. but i dont want to be stung by any taxes etc...

how much would i be expected to pay in taxes?

is there a cheaper way getting stuff from abroad...is there like a 'middle-man' website...or something..

thanks

06-08-2009, 12:42

ebay?

wakkaday · 06-08-2009, 12:46

its not ebay, sportie la is the website.
just googling their services like myus.com but not sure if its worth going through these sites...or just paying the 45 dollar shipping rate and any tax

**Graham M** · 06-08-2009, 12:50

I think Zing was probably suggesting you try eBay for the trainers

heero_yuy · 06-08-2009, 13:34

If the value (declared to customs) exceeds £25 then you'll have to pay VAT. (Unless their childrens' size I think) The post office will do it for you (no choice) and you have to stump up an extra £5 for the privelage. Not sure about other carriers.

This was from a couple of years ago when I ordered some special t-shirts from the states that were unavailable in the EU. The exact numbers may have changed.

haydnwalker · 06-08-2009, 14:09

I would email them and ask if vat/customs import duty is included and if not how much it will be. Have you tried Amazon.com (US Site) for the trainers as they include the import tax/VAT in the delivery charge (well they did for me when I ordered a watch from the US that was £70 - taxes etc worked out at £15)