Nz Gst
Jul 29th 2002, 7:52 am
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Nz Gst
Hi folks, I've just been reading about when GST is applicable or not upon entering the country. It's quite clear about perm res but I couldn't see what the deal is with work permit holders and more importantly student visa holders. Can anyone shed some light on this please????
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Jul 29th 2002, 5:13 pm
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Re: Nz Gst
Bad news, only immigrants and New Zealanders who have nbeen outside NZ for more than 21 months are given the tax-free concession on goods brought into NZ.
However, if you came to NZ with the intention of shortly gaining PR, you can pay a bond to customs instead of immediately paying the tax, and when you get PR you can claim back your bond.
However, if you came to NZ with the intention of shortly gaining PR, you can pay a bond to customs instead of immediately paying the tax, and when you get PR you can claim back your bond.
Jul 29th 2002, 6:19 pm
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Re: Nz Gst
Thanks, I got a headache trying to fathom it all out...and so simple!!!
