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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) / Tax and Duty on Gemstones

Do I have to pay import duty or tax on gemstones I buy from GemSelect?

In many countries, properly declared shipments are subject to customs charges and tax. Import tax or duty is the buyer's responsibility. However, every country has different rules on import duty and tax. For example, in the USA there is no duty or tax on loose gemstones. Australia allows tax-free imports of packages valued under $1,000 AUD.

USA

Tax-free and duty-free.

Canada

All shipments are subject to local GST/VAT regardless of the shipping method.

Australia

Tax-free and duty-free for orders up to $1000 AUD in value.

Europe

All EU countries impose VAT and import costs on all shipments originating from outside the EU.

UK

Standard Shipment delivered by Royal Mail is not usually subject to customs tax. Express shipping is subject to VAT plus an administration fee charged by the courier. UK taxes and administration fees are the responsibility of the importer.

Hong Kong

Tax-free and duty-free.

Mexico

Standard Shipment delivered by Correos de México is not usually subject to customs tax. Express shipping is subject to VAT plus an administration fee charged by the courier.

Singapore

Tax-free and duty-free for orders up to $400 SGP in value.

New Zealand

Tax-free and duty-free for orders up to $400 NZD in value.

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Overall Rating -> 9

Would love to be able to purchase mixed gem lots.

Posted By Meep in September, 2022

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Overall Rating -> 9

I like the search ability. I was looking for a gemstone of particular size and color to place in a ring that I already have. Your company carries a large variety of beautiful stones.

Posted By Melly in October, 2022

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Overall Rating -> 10

Website is pretty easy to use. Some items do not have enough information like origin of the item or if they are natural or lab created. Not enough pictures/some pictures of products are not clear. This might possibly just be a mobile phone user problem however.

Posted By Lolo in October, 2022

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Overall Rating -> 9

Everything was good but since I am still new I was surprised at how small the stones where.

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Overall Rating -> 10

I really liked the selection!

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Overall Rating -> 9

I have been buy from you for years