Buying a camera from Japan at DVinfo.net

Glen Vandermolen · November 23rd, 2013, 09:48 AM

Has anyone in the US bought a camera from Japan?
I'm thinking of doing so. I am aware it won't have a warranty. I'm just curious if anyone has done so, and is there a problem importing a video camera through US customs? Would I have to pay duties?

If you did so, do you recommend it?

James Manford · November 23rd, 2013, 10:58 AM

You WILL have to pay duties.

Check your customs and imports website. In the UK, Imports, VAT & duties information is all available on the HMRC website.

So check the US equivalent.

If it's from a reputable seller I don't see why there would be any problems as long as you're happy to settle the bill.

November 23rd, 2013, 09:48 AM	#1
Glen Vandermolen Space Hipster Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 1,596	Buying a camera from Japan Has anyone in the US bought a camera from Japan? I'm thinking of doing so. I am aware it won't have a warranty. I'm just curious if anyone has done so, and is there a problem importing a video camera through US customs? Would I have to pay duties? If you did so, do you recommend it?

November 23rd, 2013, 10:58 AM	#2
James Manford Trustee Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: London, UK Posts: 1,393	Re: Buying a camera from Japan You WILL have to pay duties. Check your customs and imports website. In the UK, Imports, VAT & duties information is all available on the HMRC website. So check the US equivalent. If it's from a reputable seller I don't see why there would be any problems as long as you're happy to settle the bill.