USAOPEN .com Destinations – Turks & Caicos Islands

Sending Housewares to the Turks & Caicos has never been more relaxing…

 

Turks & Caicos

 

Turks and Caicos Islands, British Overseas Territory

The Turks and Caicos Islands, or TCI for short, are a British Overseas Territory consisting of the larger Caicos Islands and smaller Turks Islands, two groups of tropical islands in the Lucayan Archipelago, …

CapitalCockburn Town
Currency: United States Dollar
PremierRufus Ewing
Population33,098 (2013) World Bank
ContinentAmericasNorth America
Official language: English

 

Shipping Tip:  Turks & Caicos Islands*

General Import Restrictions

Acids
Batteries, Haz
Bearer Documents
Chemicals, Haz
Chemcials, Non-Haz
Corrosives
Cosmetics, Haz
Dangerous Goods as defined by IATA (Intl. Air Transport Association)
Flammables
Gases
Ice Blue
Ice, Dry
Infectious Substance
Liquids, Haz
Liquids, Non-Haz
Magnetized Materials
Oxidizers
Paints, Haz
Paints, Non-Haz
Perfume, Haz
Poisons
Powder
Radioactives
Toiletries, Haz
Log and timber products from Liberia (wood-chips, poles, post, fence pickets, sheets, flooring, molding, pallet, tool handles, barrels, crates, tableware/kitchenware, shutters, blinds, cases/boxes/chests for jewelry and silverware, clothes hangers, clothespins, toothpicks, etc.)

*Source: FedEx

Makeup Shopping Made Easy in the U.S.

As ladies everywhere know, finding the perfect beauty product is a magical thing. That perfect shade of lipstick or that concealer that provides all day coverage are like coveted treasures to many women across the world. Unfortunately for international shoppers, finding beauty products outside of the United States can be challenging, not to mention expensive.

Just take beauty product retailer, Sephora, as an example. While U.S. shoppers are used to seeing one in every shopping mall in town, Sephora is not available in many other major countries, like Australia and the U.K., forcing shoppers to spend up to twice as much on the same items. Case in point: a Revlon Color Stay foundation costs about $8 in the United States vs. about $40 in Australia!

Beauty products in the United States are not only less expensive; they are also available in a much wider selection than anywhere else in the world. Popular products like the Smashbox Double Exposure Palette or the Maybelline Expert Wear Eyeshadow Palette are not available in the United Kingdom, leaving customers with limited or outdated choices.

With so few international options, what’s a girl to do? Many are turning to services like USAOPEN .com, which allows shoppers to securely set-up a U.S. address where American products and goods can be shipped. From there, mail is conveniently forwarded to international destinations, saving consumers money on shipping fees and the avoiding the hassle of dealing with taxes and duties.

Finding the perfect makeup and beauty products at an affordable price shouldn’t be such a hassle for international shoppers–and now it doesn’t have to be thanks to services like USAOPEN .com. The unmatched savings that it offers (in both time and money) might even give shoppers a beautiful, happy glow.

About USAOPEN .com: Based in Deerfield Beach, Florida, USAOPEN ‘s unique business model and partner network offers international shoppers the perfect solution to shop in the US and buy from the US using a US address. Our small package and large freight shipping capabilities evolved with the needs of our international customers. We can transport goods of all kinds across the globe. USAOPEN .com, USAddressCo.com and WeCanShipThat.com are subsidiaries of L2 Global Services, a 20 year leader in International freight and logistics management.

Our Core Values: Integrity. Dependability. Global Accessibility.

 

USAOPEN .com Destinations – U.A.E (Dubai)

Sending Toys to the UAE (Dubai) has never been more fun…

 

uae

 

Profile: U.A.E. (Dubai)

The United Arab Emirates, sometimes simply called the Emirates or the UAE, is a country located in the southeast end of the Arabian Peninsula on the Persian Gulf, bordering Oman to the east and Saudi …

CapitalAbu Dhabi
Currency: United Arab Emirates dirham
Population9.346 million (2013) World Bank

 

Shipping Tip: U.A.E. (Dubai) *

Excise Duties
Imports of alcohol/liquor are subject to fifty percent (50%) while tobacco is subject to one hundred percent (100%) luxury tax.

Additional Duties
None

Import Taxes
None.

Customs Fees
Apart from the usual five percent (5%) duty rate.  There is a customs fee of DH 30 (approximately $8.20 USD) for each Bill of Entry presented to customs.  Federal Express charges either DH 20 or two percent (2%), whichever is greater, on any duty and tax prepays that it makes on behalf of the cust

*Source: FedEx

USAOPEN .com Destinations – Hong Kong

Shipping Cosmetics/Makeup to Hong Kong has never been more beautiful…

 

Hong Kong

 

Profile: Hong Kong, City in China

Hong Kong, officially known as Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China, is a city on the southern coast of China at the Pearl River Estuary and the South China Sea. Wikipedia

Dialing code: +852
Weather: 59°F (15°C), Wind 0 mph (0 km/h), 58% Humidity
Local time: Tuesday 1:13 AM
Hotels: 3-star averaging $50, 5-star averaging $250. View hotels
Population7.188 million (2013) World Bank
Official languages: English, Chinese

 

Shipping Tip: Hong Kong Import Duties*

The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s Republic of China (HKSAR) is a free port and does not levy any Customs tariffs, tariff quotas or surcharges on imports.  Nor does “value added” or “general services” taxes on imports apply. There are import duties that are levied on 4 types of goods irrespective of whether they are imported or locally manufactured. These goods are:

  • Liquors with alcoholic strength of more than 30%
  • Tobacco
  • Hydrocarbon oil
  • Methyl alcohol

Hong Kong Customs assess duty/tax based on the value of goods when assessed, import duties must be paid prior to clearance and release of the shipment. Importers may pay prior to arrival in order to obtain an Import Permit.  For shipments which have import charges assessed in an amount under 2,000.00 (HKD), FedEx will normally advance payment to the appropriate department on behalf of the importer, but such advance is subjected to Custom’s approval and is made at FedEx’s discretion.

*Source: FedEx

USAOPEN – Company Spotlight – GILT GROUPE

Gilt Groupe

In Fashion & On Budget

What could be more fun than keeping up with fashion trends? How about keeping up with fashion trends on a budget? It may sound too good to be true, but that’s exactly what online retailer Gilt Groupe is offering millions of happy shoppers.

Online retail shopping has exploded over the past decade and is now a multi-billion dollar industry. But while online shopping provides a convenience factor, it doesn’t always provide the highest quality items at an affordable price. Enter Gilt Groupe. Founded in 2007, the online retailer offers members-only shopping on designer clothing and accessories. Here’s how it works: members receive access to daily sales of up to 70% off on designer items. For example, a Carolina Herrera silk gown, originally priced at $8,990, is offered on Gilt for a fraction of the cost at just $2,299. Or a Cuisinart cookware set originally priced at $380, offered for just under $100.

While the steep discounts are impressive, what really sets Gilt apart from other discount stores are the “flash sales” which provide members with exclusive deals that the general public doesn’t have access to. In a 2013 article in Smart CEO Magazine, Gilt CEO Michelle Peluso pointed out that the company also aims to provide value to consumers, saying, “Value could mean 60 percent off the retail price, but it also could mean the first time a shopper is going to see a particular new collection or it could be exclusive colors or cuts designed just for Gilt.”

Gilt members can also purchase items via Facebook and mobile devices, making it easier for customers to nab deals on the go. What’s more, while the exclusive deals are offered on a first-come, first-served basis, members can add sold out items to a waitlist and are notified as soon as the item is available in stock again.
With more than 6 million members today, it’s no wonder that Gilt Groupe has stolen the hearts of shoppers (and bargain hunters) everywhere.

For more information on Gilt Groupe, please visit: www.gilt.com.

USAOPEN .com Destinations – United Kingdom

Shipping Vitamins / Supplements to the United Kingdom has never been healthier…

 

MyAddressUS - United Kingdom FB

 

Profile: United Kingdom, Country in Europe

The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, commonly known as the United Kingdom or Britain, is a sovereign state in Europe.Wikipedia

CapitalLondon
Dialing code: +44
Currency: Pound sterling
QueenElizabeth II
Prime ministerDavid Cameron
Minimum wage1,301.31 EUR per month (Jul 2014) Eurostat

 

Shipping Tip: United Kingdom Import Duties*

Most goods imported are subject to Ad Valorem Duty and Value Added Tax. Rates of duty vary and are based on the commodity type and country of origin. Duty is based on the cost of insurance and freight value.

The Low Value Consignment Relief (LVCR) under which VAT is waived on imports will be reduced to 15UKL, effective November 1, 2011.

This means that items valued greater than 15.00UKL will incur VAT at the relevant rate (up to 20%) when imported from non-EU countries into the UK. The value used for this purpose is the intrinsic value of the goods.

Import of Negligible Value Application
Up to 15UKL Exempt from duty and VAT
Over 15UKL and up to 135 UKL Exempt from duty. VAT is due
Over 135UKL Duty and VAT due

*Source: FedEx