Travellers being hit with huge import costs
The cost of that lovely big stone statue or that ornate teak desk you bought for a song in Indonesia or Thailand can blow out significantly, if you don’t handle the customs clearance of the adventure back here in Australia. People are being hit with charges of $1,000...
eBay buyers are getting caught out by import costs and timing
(or the story of a girl that nearly got away) Many Australians seeking lower prices for high cost items on eBay overseas are being hit by unexpected import costs and time delays. A classic example we saw recently was a chap who ordered an engagement ring from...
Full Container Load Imports Explained
http://youtu.be/b8Og0ozVO4E Do you need to import a full container load of items? Don't know where to start? Platinum® Freight have created a handy info-graphic to help explain the process. It also contains all the links you need to obtain the relevant paperwork for...
Sea Freight LCL clearances explained
http://youtu.be/6v8UXcCvBKU Are you a first time importer? Do you have an item you would like to import into Australia but don't know where to start? The majority of items we clear fall into the Sea Freight LCL (less than a container load) category. This means your...
Air Freight Customs Clearance simplified
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FcQDOO7NISc Are you expecting a parcel to arrive in Australia via Airfreight? If so you will require a customs broker to clear the goods through customs and quarantine. If you have never been through this process before then you may...
Importing from China? You could be hit with hundreds of dollars in excessive fees…
With the big rise in individuals and families importing their own goods, especially from China, there has also been a big rise in newbie importers being shocked at unexpected import and warehousing costs. Platinum® Freight’s customs broker Peter McRae says importing...
Importing Parasols?We've got you covered.
Ok, so you wish to import parasols from overseas... what next? If you have the right customs broker there is the potential to reduce the import duty on parasols from 5% to 0%. Simply email us the pictures of the parasols and we can assess whether they will be subject...
Save $$$ on Imitation Jewellery Imports
Ok, so you wish to import imitation jewellery from overseas… what next?
Imitation Jewellery: includes rings, necklaces, bracelets, toe rings, earrings made from metal, plastic, wood but no silver gold or platinum and no diamonds or precious stones.
If you have the right customs broker there is the potential to reduce the import duty on Imitation Jewellery from 5% to 0%. Simply email us the pictures of the imitation jewellery and we can assess whether they will be subject to the lower rate of import duty.
Parcel Post Clearances… how does it all work?
Have you received a notice from Australia Post to say that they have a package for you and that it requires customs clearance? Wondering what to do? It’s simple! So that Platinum® Freight can customs clear this parcel, we will need the following paperwork from you:...
Importing a Motorcycle into Australia? Here's what you need to know.
Ok, so you have found a motorcycle overseas that you have always wanted.. what next? 1. First of all, you will need to find out if the motorcycle can actually come to Australia, to find this out you will need to call the Department of Infrastructure in Canberra on...
Tips for Importing gym and weight lifting equipment into Australia
So you wish to import gym and weight lifting equipment from overseas... what next? If you have the right customs broker there is the potential to reduce the import duty on toys from 5% to 0%. Simply email us the pictures of the gym and weight lifting equipment and we...
Top Tips for Importing Toys into Australia
Ok, so you wish to import toys from overseas... what next? If you have the right customs broker there is the potential to reduce the import duty on toys from 5% to 0%. Simply email us the pictures of the toys and we can assess whether they will be subject to the lower...