[Elecraft] K3 New Synth boards in Eu?

[F5vjc]

Ok, thanks to all who responded, it's possible the charges are correct.
I guess I may have over reacted to the doorstep demand of an additional 96
Euros, I paid it of course :)
It just surprised me as I was thinking there was an exemption code applied
by Elecraft for supply of  "Parts, Radio Telegraphic Apparatus-No aircraft"
and there is also a code indicated on the paperwork AES/TN Exemption NOEEI
30.37(a). exactly what this means I have no idea.

Hope to fit the new boards today :)

73,  Deni - F5VJC



On 5 May 2015 at 09:08, Dave G3WGN M6O <david at aslinvc.com> wrote:

> Deni, that charge sounds like the expected VAT - which is charged on the
> boards and shipping cost.  In the UK we also have to pay Parcelfarce up to
> 18 quid admin fee for doing the customs clearance.
> In the UK amateur radio items do not attract customs duty, not sure if that
> is also true in France, but I believe it to be an EU-wide rule - but it may
> not always be applied correctly.
> So I think your charge is only (!) VAT and maybe a clearance charge.
> Unavoidable, mate!
> 73 David currently F/G3WGN (Dept 81)
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