Steve970

Hi,
Anyone know what the charges are when buying parts for things like mountain bikes from the UK? There are some parts that are simply impossible to source directly in NZ.
Thanks.

MrsFychan

you could try https://www.customs.govt.nz/personal...uty-estimator/

you have to take in to consideration that the postage is also part of the costs. rule of thumb if it adds up to less than $1000 you probably won't pay duty

Justcol

I think they also count the cost of any insurance paid ad part of the items final value. Bit of a Swizz really, but this is New Zealand 🙃🤑

Timmy Chch

If you don't have to buy direct and not in a hurry its cheaper if you deliver to uk first (say relatives) as postage is generally free to uk address, and so only pay VAT and write gift on package. Saves double taxation and good if you're buying from several outlets to combine into 1 parcel

Charismatic

Unfortunately since the digital sales tax was introduced most of the websites I used have stopped shipping to New Zealand.