chivo Posted May 23, 2008 Share Posted May 23, 2008 Are there any restrictions with someone sending me an i-phone from USA to Bangkok? With regards to customs, etc? If it is a gift to me... Any regulations of sending such a device. Thanks Chivo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfokevin Posted May 23, 2008 Share Posted May 23, 2008 When you say "sending" What do you mean? FedEx, Mail, hand carry in luggage??? - Please be more specific?... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chivo Posted May 23, 2008 Author Share Posted May 23, 2008 sfokev, I'm open to all methods of shipping (whether fedex dhl or other) especially any that would minimize customs involvement, if that even is an issue. is there a tax issue on goods like this? thanks chivo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakeopete Posted May 23, 2008 Share Posted May 23, 2008 Unless it is hand carried I wouldn't do it as Thai customs like to set their own rules. Besides you can purchase one in Bangkok if you really want one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pepe' Posted May 24, 2008 Share Posted May 24, 2008 Actually receiving it? The chances it will be stolen are high... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prakanong Posted May 24, 2008 Share Posted May 24, 2008 Apart from receiving it - should have no problems Fedex etc but may have to pay duty. What about if it needs any servicing? Is it a totally open one you are getting or will it be modded? I nearly bought one in the UK recently but in the Apple shop it specifically stated the phone could only be serviced in the country bought - totally open model. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shah Jahan Posted May 24, 2008 Share Posted May 24, 2008 It is not wise to have one mailed 1 - It will get stolen 2- if it is not stolen - customs will do stupid duties I bought one at Fortune for 18k new and unlocked - they might even be less at MBK Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chivo Posted May 26, 2008 Author Share Posted May 26, 2008 Huh. I didnt know they were avail in thailand.... Are they black market or the apple shops have them? Any idea how much duty I might have to pay? Even if it was a Gift? Thank you. Chivo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Who, me ? Posted May 26, 2008 Share Posted May 26, 2008 iphone is officially not available in Thailand Don't go to apple hop they , don't have any....MBK is the best option.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dekka007 Posted May 26, 2008 Share Posted May 26, 2008 It WILL NOT get stolen if you use Fedex or DHL or UPS. And even if it should go missing they will refund you 100% of the items value. Customs will hammer you be prepared for 30% or so. Like others have said whats the point just buy it here. or wait 2-3 weeks for the new 3g one coming next month. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onnut Posted May 26, 2008 Share Posted May 26, 2008 my sister set three pairs of shoes to me a couple of years ago. all had been worn by me and I needed them to be sent as I could not find shoes in Bangkok to fit me. I was charged 4,500 baht this end. it might be better for you to just buy the iphone in MBK, at least that way if it breaks they can take care of it for you. I will never let anyone send me anything again. glad I found a shoe shop for big feet in Pattaya. Timberlands on beach road in one of the shopping centers there, just in case there are other people with big feet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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