Best way to send laptop from the US to Spain?
My amazing family bought me a laptop for my birthday (thanks, guys!). The problem is that I'm in Spain and they are in the US. Anybody know the best way to get it sent here? Can I get around paying customs for it? If I HAVE to pay customs, how much would it be? Thanks! P.S. Looked around on the internet and got conflicting information. Anybody out there have any experience with this?
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Really this should be posted in the U.S section because you want to send from U.S.A to España send it via recorded delivery, with extra insurance etc. make sure it's packed VERY well ... BUT the problem with post is, (I think the limits 100€ or something??) you COULD end up paying import taxes on the product - I don't know the exact price, but I'm sure someone can tell you Maybe even the U.S postal services website ! -- I've bought stuff from online U.S stores, and eBay stores in China. Usually items are marked as "GIFTS" but they've been small things - unlike a laptop which would have to be packed WELL (Basically don't let them open the box !)
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I just bought a computer and it was sent from the UK to spain. There were no customs charges, though that may be because of the EU. However, you are receiving a gift and if that is what is on the douane label it may suffice. Ask the mailing company.
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I know it is expensive, but I would use DHL or some other private carrier. Expect to be charged VAT on the machine
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