tropit

All of the ideas above are good. I would only suggest that you use a box and not just paper wrapping. Things can get beat up in travel and you wouldn't want it to get ripped, or torn in transit.

~ Cindy

Knitette

Hi and welcome - I've posted a link to the Government's web site here about what you can import (quilts are fine!) and how much duty/tax there may be. VAT on goods is currently 20% of value, so be careful when you put the 'value' on your quilt. We all know it's priceless, lol, but you will be charged import duty if it's high.

Check out FedEx as I know there's a way you can pay any duty before it's sent. Good luck!

PenniF

You want to show it as a "bonafide gift" - "not for resale" - with a "value for Customs purposes only of not more than 20" If you are thinking to insure it - i would say do not - you will never collect on it, and it will only result in your son having to pay duty or VAT taxes on it. You need a "Customs Invoice" both on the outside in an envelope and on the inside. It is more expensive - but you are much better off using UPS, FedEx or another international courier - they do all the customs clearance and deliver to the door and it is automatically insured for about 100 USD.
I have some experience in this as i have been in international trade for almost 30 years.

ShelleyCS

Thank you, I will check with ups and fedex. It would be easier if I can deal with anything up front and better if it can be delivered to the door! But the value of fabric, batting etc must be close to $500? Maybe more? Well, I guess I will find out. It looks like 3.7% plus 20% VAT? Ugh.