Importing Cards From USA to ZA

[bluemadz]

Hi guys, so I want to import playing cards into ZA. I do plan on using DHL or Fedex. I was wondering how much extra I would need to pay as import tax. The website asks an extra R50 because it is outside of the USA, but how much am I going to need to pay the import tax services. I don't want it delivered to a post office but to my house directly. Thanks

 

[bruce_the_loon]

Is the R50 a import fees deposit? Some sites know the import fees and will add a deposit amount to the final price. The shipping company then handles the customs clearance and payments for you.

At the very least, you are look at 14% VAT on 110% of the declared value of the goods and a R15-ish wharfage fee. I don't think playing cards have a ad valorum fee attached, but don't quote me on that.