How do you know if you have to pay customs on a package?

If you owe Customs duty, you must pay it before the conclusion of your CBP processing. You may pay it in any of the following ways: U.S. currency only. Personal check in the exact amount, drawn on a U.S. bank, made payable to U.S. Customs and Border Protection.

How long does customs clearance take UK?

The UK Customs clearance process usually takes a matter of minutes or hours but it can take days or even weeks if there’s something wrong / missing, or your goods need to be inspected.

How do I pay customs charges UK?

How can I pay a customs charge? You can pay customs charges onlineOpens in new window, by phone on 03448 004466, or at one of our depots. You will need your 17 digit reference number, which can be found on the top left of the letter, which we will have sent you when your parcel was received into our International hub.

Why is my parcel stuck in UK customs?

Missing or incorrect paperwork is probably the most common reason for having a package stuck in customs. Be sure that you provide customs with all the documentation required. Even a small mistake like forgetting to apply an invoice or using the wrong shipping labels may cause significant delays.

How long will my package stay in customs?

Unlike a package sent from an American address to an American address moving through a USPS facility overnight (and sometimes even faster than that) the odds are pretty good that your “Inbound Into Customs” package is going to be held for at least a couple of days – three or four – and maybe a couple of more.

Why has my package been in customs for so long?

Sometimes customs can hold on to packages for prolonged periods of time. You are very likely to receive your package at some point. Sometimes customs drags their feet. Sometimes the tracking information isn’t updated and your package actually is being shipped to you.