mouse1958

Ive got a NON O visa issued in Hull,Uk last August.

Can I expect any changes prior to the expiration of the visa in August nextyear?

just got my second 90 day stamp.

thanks

AFAIK, generally anything with a declared/apparent value of over Bt20,000 will attract 10% import duty + 7% VAT x the total value of the shipment (including the shipping cost). I have no idea if golf clubs fall into some luxury category that might be higher.

In any case, those are the official figures. The odds are that Thai customs will attempt to screw more out of you - whatever they think they can get away with........... TIT. One number they pulled with me was to say that the paperwork (for some clothes that were sent to me) wasn't correct and I would now need a shipping agent to transact the import; of course, they just happened to know someone who could oblige........ Bt2,500 - that'll do nicely.

not true Im afraid>the 10 %plus 7% applies over a small notional value and the 10 %only applies if the paperwork is correct so they can designated it golf equipment.I had a small delivery from the Us taxed at 50% .all being well you will get a paper advising of the duty and you will need to pick it up in naklua post office.

Anything over 20,000 needs additional paperwork and maybe an import agent.

You can under declare but the customs can also assess any value they see fit.

If you query the value it can mean a visit to Laem chabang customs house and an explanation of why you need to import it. any sign of trade /business can land you in hot water if your on a toursit visa.