Amazon (Shopping)

[NotHowItWorks]

I was thinking to buy things from Amazon, it ships from the US, will there be custom taxes if its sent to my door step? I live in Bangkok. Any experiences from amazon?

[CharlieH]

Depends on the item and its declared value. I believe some purchases from Amazon have the duty added.

 

Ultimately you are "importing" and are therefore liable for any duty to be paid. The likely hood increases if a courier is used such as DHL Fedex etc. US priority mail not so much, but again, depends on the declaration.

[Crossy]

Indeed ^^^, and don't forget electrical items will 99% be 115V 60Hz and will go "pop" if plugged in here without the relevant transformer.

 

[NanLaew]

Typically amazon will use UPS or FedEx which as a courier service, has a higher degree of Customs scrutiny. Some here arguably call it a scam. If there's any way to get an amazon purchase shipped by USPS instead, chances of it being intercepted and charges levied should decrease.

[uglybob]

Would you need to use an import agent for certain items when buying off Amazon? say  I wanted  to import a piece of farming equipment I saw on Amazon here that I can't find here in Thailand. It's value is US$500. Do I just pay customs taxes and fees on arrival?