Last week I wrote about a package that I received with a very expensive custom's fee attached. What was in the package? A Florida thank-you package, including sunglasses, t-shirts, and magazines. The problem was that my very generous and honest friends documented what the actual retail value of the package.
According to German customs, any package with a value over $70 (40 Euros) is subject to a tax — even if it is a gift. My best advice is to reduce the claimed value of the items, and remove any price tag just to be safe.
About Me
- Erin
- Ridgewood, NJ, United States
- In the fall of 2007 my husband and I moved to Germany. After more than a year of traveling, eating, and living abroad, we were transferred back to the states. At the time of our return, I was 34 weeks pregnant. This is a true account of our re-assimilation, reverse culture shock, and impending adventure into parenthood.
A Southern Something
I don't think there are quite enough sausages in the South to maintain the "Wurst of the Week." Instead, I am replacing this sidebar feature with "A Southern Something." To start, I'd like to introduce you to chow chow. A pickled relish, chow chow can be made from any number of vegetables, including cabbage, onions, or green tomatoes.
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1 comment:
Hi Erin,
I came across your blog while doing a search on expat groups in Bonn.
I moved here about a month ago for my husband's job and live in Bonn.
I'd love to meet for coffee sometime if you are open to meeting a complete stranger who stumbled across your blog.
Let me know - Alison Hosler
alisonhosler33@yahoo.com
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