if a have a family member ship a macbook to me here in malaysia will i have to pay duty?

i remember seeing (while waiting for luggage @ klia) a sign that showed things you have to pay duty on, computers are on the 'no taxes paid' section - golf balls are not, as are typewriters

wondering if it is the same on items shipped?

Computers and computer items are not taxed, even when shipped. I've had stuff sent from overseas before, when declared as computer items they're not taxed.

Unless you're getting the Macbook really cheap ie. closeout or refurb, aren't you spending more on the computer price + shipping though? Or are you shipping via USPS (bad choice!)?

This post has been edited by tishaban: Nov 1 2007, 09:32 PM

i don't have to pay for shipping, family member is already sending a package. the best 2nd hand price i have been able to find on a c2d macbook locally is 3000 rm - i figure pay little bit more for a new one.

good news then, thanks!

Make sure you're sending via Fedex/UPS/DHL. Don't risk it by sending via regular air mail, your package could get damaged or lost along the way...

i don think there is any tax for comp stuff...

excellent point, i decided not to ship. sending through a friend who is a mas pilot instead.


should have in a week.