I've just picked a parcel from the sorting office which has incurred import charges, does anyone know about these?
I've looked on the Gov site and don't quite understand why I've been charged.
The gift came from the USA, I paid $20 for it, I've been slapped with a £11.23 charge, £8 is from Post Office for 'handling' (it's a very small envelope so I'm not even sure if it's been opened), then I've had £3.23 VAT added from customs (or whoever they are called now).
If I've understood it correctly the gift limit is a measly £35, is that right?
I think I can appeal but how much would that cost? I feel ripped-off!
Makes me think... I buy loads of small items (coins + minerals) using eBay from Europe (Germany), IF things change in the future could I start incurring costs for collectables?
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Postal charges 
Postal charges 