Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2001/04/05
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]I sent two framed photographs (taken with a Leica, OT element) to my Father who lives in the UK for his 70th Birthday and I just heard back from him. Apparently, the British authorities (Inland Revenue?) charged him 17.5% on the insured value of the package even though it was clearly marked on the customs form as a gift. I feel pretty bad about this because I overinsured it, not knowing that this would happen. Since this is such an international forum, I was wondering if any LUG experts know if this is right, or if there is any way for him to get his money back? Thanks! Simon Stevens