I've got several vintage guitars I'd like to bring from the United States, and comparing FedEx to flying to the USA to bring them in myself. Does anyone have experience dealing with customs about vintage instruments by air flight or FedEx ?
Via FedEx: I think it's roughly 10% + 7% duty and tax. Is that correct? I'm concerned about the valuation being challenged by the customs office. I'd insure for $8K-10k but don't have any formal appraisals.
Via Air Flight: I've carried guitars into Thailand and have never been questioned. I'm wondering if technically I could be charged the same duty and tax.