GST on all imports July 2018

[rapadaan]

Yes kicks in  this July  already talking an extra added  $5 security fee !

[davewil1964]

eBay wish to keep trading in Australia, so they are bowing to the demands of the law as it now stands.

The law was promulgated by the Australian Government (not Gerry Harvey) and is administered by the Australian Tax Office (not Gerry Harvey)

[sobar56]

Was just charged 10% on a iPad cover from over seas

[lyndal1838]

And what makes that newsorthy?

As the GST has been in force since 1st July I would be more surprised if it was not charged.

[c_mount]

Do you enjoy paying taxes Lynda? Just curious why you defend this?

[maranock]

It is not about defence, it is about accepting a position that we can't change so there is no point in continually going on about it.

[mydrones]

There shouldn’t be GST on second hand goods...IMO.
Sure brand new definitely charge.
Are they going to put GST on Gumtree sales or Facebook Marketplace?

[k1ooo-slr-sales]

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@mydrones wrote:
There shouldn’t be GST on second hand goods...IMO.
Sure brand new definitely charge.
Are they going to put GST on Gumtree sales or Facebook Marketplace?

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not under this legislation they won't as it only applies to imports.

Also, if GST is due on Gumtree and Marketplace items then they are already covered under the current GST on domestic purchases legislation i.e. if a seller is registered fot GST, has an annual turnover more than $75,000, the price shows as GST inclusive etc.

[kalabjim]

From the ATO website

GST on low value imported goods (webinar recording)

Here is a link to listen to the ATO explain how it all works( http://tv.ato.gov.au/ato-tv/media?v=bd1bdiub9oiqs7 )

There is also a download link to read what is said (Download transcript: LVIG_webinar_script_FINAL.docxOpens in a new window. )

[davewil1964]

It's fairly simple.

If you buy goods or services from Australia, you will pay GST if the seller is registered for same.

If you import goods, you will pay GST (and duties) on goods, postage inclusive, over $1000, at the border.

If you import goods under $1000, you might or might not pay GST, depending on the seller's GST status.

If you import goods through eBay, you WILL pay GST and if the seller uses the GSP, GST on Pitney Bowes' charges.

[kalabjim]

 ATO Quote

"You should not be charged GST if you:
are registered for GST
import the low value goods for business use in Australia, and
provide your ABN to the supplier and a statement that you are registered for GST.

If you're charged GST incorrectly you should contact the supplier to let them know that you're registered for GST, and request a refund."

How can I charge back eBay for the GST if I am incorrectly Charged GST?

[kalabjim]

"You should not be charged GST if you:
are registered for GST
import the low value goods for business use in Australia, and
provide your ABN to the supplier and a statement that you are registered for GST.

If you're charged GST incorrectly you should contact the supplier to let them know that you're registered for GST, and request a refund."

How can I charge back eBay for the GST if I am incorrectly Charged GST?