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Customs charges for shipping from abroad?

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TaniaInJeddah

Hello, I would like to receive a box from the USA here in Jeddah. It's just kids clothes & toys for personal use. Does anyone have experience with this? I want to know if it is worth it or if customs charges would make it not worth shipping.
Thanks!

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The tax system in Saudi ArabiaValue Added Tax in Saudi ArabiaTax (vat) in ksa start in 01/01/2018VAT in KSALOCAL HAJJ TASREEH
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How much is the weight?
Usually custom charges don't apply on such items.

riazcdki

Hi,

The rule is that the items should be of a "non commercial nature",  meaning very clearly that it must appear as if the items will be used in a household rather than for resale.

Obviously the quantity for personal use items should be limited to a few boxes. :)

rareshine

customs is not going to charge anything for personal use.

TaniaInJeddah

Excellent! It's a medium sized box full of goodies; definitely personal use. Thanks!!

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