Sending a gift to London from Singapore?

angjianhao

Dear all,

i need some help here, if i were to send a gift from Singapore to London, would the recipient be required to pay any taxes or VAT on receiving it?

is there a value limit to which the gift would not be taxed?

i have received some mixed comments on it so i would appreciate the clarification, particularly from people who have personal experience on this.

Thanks

Answer
I send stuff from the USA to my parents in England. The only things that potentially could have duty payable are things like cigars, cigarettes, liquor and expensive jewelry, perfumes, etc.

However, I have only once been "caught" when I send my Dad cigars and then he did have to pay a LOT of duty. I usually include them in a bigger box with other gifts and have no trouble.

Generally, gifts are not taxable so unless you are sending something really expensive, I wouldn't worry about it.

pretty gifts from london?

goldfishyn

hi I just moved to London and I want to send some gifts to my friends back home. I was thinking cath kidston, but I figured their designs are sort of too typical and boring, not worth the price. So if anyone knows any shops/brands/stores that has cute little gifts, not necessity London-like, (stationary, little bags, etc), please care to make some suggestions...(im 18 and so are my friends) thanks in advance!!!

Answer
Topshop in Oxford street has nice gifts.

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