[Empeg-general] Re: Size and weight (approximately) of empeg box

[Rob Voisey]

It weighs 3Kg - not sure of the dimensions, but if it is in the regular box then the volumetric weight is lower than the physical weight so it's not an issue.

It's best to be honest with the value (e.g. US$199), because customs have seen a lot of these (at least, FedEx and TNT clearance contractors have).  Your brother will have to fill out a commercial invoice (on which he can state that the goods are a gift).  You could also state Harmonized Code 8471503000 but that's of more help when going in the other direction.

You can expect to pay up to 10% import duty (or nothing if you're lucky) and 17.5% VAT.

Rob