Has anyone imported the N81Vp from eBay (or similar sites) into Malaysia? I just ordered one. Invoice price is US$1,170 + US$103.40 for laptop itself and shipping respectively.

That translates to roughly RM4097 + RM362 = RM4459.

But now scared whether when reach Malaysia will kena charge AP (import permit) fees from SIRIM anot. Or any customs duties or tax. Moreover not using private courier like DHL. Using USPS Priority Mail International only. Anyone has any experience to share?

Thanks for your replies.

I live in Singapore (I'm Malaysian though), same as Astria, but the rules are different here. For Singapore, it is explicitly stated (on the Singapore's Immigration and Checkpoints Authority Website, FAQ Section) that laptops will be charged a 7% GST.

Anyway, I seemed to have answered my own question. I hope this would help everyone else.

Good news: the answer is, both sales tax and import duties for this laptop is zero.

Reason being laptop falls under heading 8471.30 of the World Custom's Organization HS Nomenclature, and 8471 is non-taxable under the Royal Malaysian Customs. See the screen shot I've attached for conclusive proof so if they send me a letter, or hold up my laptop, I'll chop their asses off

Can't wait for my laptop to arrive!

This post has been edited by yjwong: Aug 27 2009, 03:01 AM


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