importing taxes

claudius_2k · #1 10-01-2003, 03:14 PM

hello, please anyone knows where can I find the importing taxes?

I plan to buy some goods via EPS or TNT, they told me about 5% for computer related, but 80% for a camcorder!!

thanks
claudius

Fabio J. Guzman · #2 10-02-2003, 08:29 PM

For specifics on custom duties, ask Pib in the business forum. She's a custom broker.

Computers are exempt from regular duty. They were subject, however, to the "temporary contribution" which President Mejia tried to impose by decree on all exports and imports. Yesterday it was struck down as unconstitutional by the Supreme Court.

claudius_2k · #3 10-02-2003, 11:30 PM

thanks for the response!

I'll will try not to pay tht 5% then when receiving the parcel,
I simply was amazed when I saw that a us$1500 camcorder pays another us$1000 in taxes

regards
claudius