Planning on moving to Thailand with the family from the Philippines. We will ship most of our kitchen appliances etc. I would like to ship my record album collection ~3500 albums, based on what I have been reading, I would be paying hefty taxes and duty fees??? Does anybody have any information on shipping bulk items such as this? (these are personal use, not for resale)
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When shipping personal items, such as a large record collection, to Thailand, be prepared for potentially high customs fees and import duties. Many users report unpredictable customs valuations and hefty charges upon arrival. It's advisable to create a detailed inventory of your items and consider hiring professionals for handling customs clearance. Options for reducing fees, such as bringing extra luggage, might still incur costs, and past experiences suggest that customs can be quite stringent.