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Question about importing a watch into the US

ddc

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I know this question is probably better suited for WUS, but I am more comfortable here... : if I buy a GEN steinhart (for example), and order it to be shipped FEDEX to the US... Are there any duties/taxes to pay?? What is the procedure?
(since they will most certainly ship it as a new watch with invoice and everything...)

Any one can help?
 

honeybear

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There is certainly the possibility of taxes and duties on a new genuine watch, but you wouldn't worry about a customs seizure. I have however heard that you're much more likely to end up paying duty on a watch shipped by Fedex, than if it was shipped using International Airmail, not to mention that there's a limit to how much you're allowed to insure a watch with Fedex insurance.
 

levelmanroger

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Have it shipped regular airmail and you'll pay nothing.


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