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How is Ebay calculating the GST on purchases sent to Australia?
Summary: camicat1 inquire about how eBay calculates the GST for purchases being sent to Australia. fosa_7820 responds but doesn't provide details, and davewil1964 joins the conversation, also without providing a detailed answer. The discussion lacks informative responses and remains unresolved.
I have noticed that the amount being added to purchases for "import charges" is far more than the 10% GST now levied on items sold into Australia
Here are just two examples I encountered tonight. In both cases the "GST" or "Import Charges" is far more than the legal rate of 10%. How is this being calculated and who is getting the additional money?
Item (1) US $42.99 Postage US $23.50 GST US $6.65
Order total US $73.14
Items (5) US $112.75 Postage US $31.16 Import charges US $19.67
Order total US $163.58
3 comments
fosa_7820
·2 years agoIt seems like there may be additional fees such as customs duties or handling charges included in the "Import Charges" besides the GST. These charges could account for the discrepancy between the calculated GST and the total amount.
davewil1964
·2 years agoUnlikely to be helpful SIX years after the question
fosa_7820
·2 years agoIt seems like there may be additional fees such as customs duties or handling charges included in the "Import Charges" besides the GST. These charges could account for the discrepancy between the calculated GST and the total amount. To accurately understand the breakdown, you might need to check with the specific regulations and policies governing imports into Australia, as well as consult with the seller or relevant authorities. Using an Australian GST calculator may provide clarity on the GST portion, but additional charges may need to be accounted for separately.