Importing bike

Hi, I’m considering purchasing a new bike from a stockist in Italy. How would payment of Vat or other charges be dealt with. I’m not a business but a private individual and the bike is for my own personal use. Value of bike ex vat £1800 Thanks

Hi UK VAT and possibly import duty is charged at import. This applies to all goods whether for personal or business purposes. The import duty charge will depend on the country of manufacture of the bike. If it is manufactured in Italy and the seller provides a statement that the goods qualify for preferential trade then it will be 0%. If not the all country duty rate applies. You can look up the rates in the UK tariff schedule.https://www.gov.uk/trade-tariff There are different mechanisms of payment depending on how the goods are being shipped. Assuming they come via a courier company they will arrange customs clearance and pay taxes on your behalf. They are likely to request payment of taxes prior to delivery.

Hi,
You can see the guidance here:
Tax and customs for goods sent from abroad
If you have further queries about the import process you may wish to speak to our imports and exports team.
Imports and exports: general enquiries
Thank you.