Speaking of immigration, it’s so exciting to start a new life in a new place! But organizing and moving houses has always been a headache. But don’t worry, my sister has specially compiled a must-know tip for immigrants to move house. She will tell you about the common items brought by immigrants and the tax exemptions for immigrants’ personal items in different regions, to help you live overseas easily!
The quality of life and living expenses budget overseas are very different from those in Hong Kong, so many people choose to send daily necessities, groceries and furniture overseas. Want to immigrate overseas but don't know where to start? Why not take a look at the daily necessities recommended by Hong Kong people who have moved abroad~
1. Necessary daily necessities for immigrants: rice cooker
Hong Kong people are accustomed to eating. If you immigrate to European and American countries, you may not be able to adapt to Western-style meals. In addition, eating out is relatively expensive, so sending a rice cooker can help you meet three meals a day more easily.
2. Necessary daily necessities for immigrants: mobile phones and computers
Overseas countries generally have consumption tax. For example, if immigrants are sent to the UK, at least 20% VAT will be added, and the styles available in different countries and regions may be different. It is best to buy a sufficient quantity in Hong Kong before sending it overseas.
3. Necessary daily necessities for immigrants: Japanese and Korean cosmetics and skin care products
Normally, it is easy to buy Japanese and Korean cosmetics and skin care products in Hong Kong, but if you immigrate to Europe and the United States, they may be very expensive. So if you use products from Japanese and Korean brands but don’t want to use new brands immediately, you should remember to pack them and send them abroad.
4. Necessary daily necessities for immigrants: warm pack
The weather in Europe and the United States changes greatly, and the winter temperature is lower than in Hong Kong, so it may be difficult to adapt when moving to these areas, so sending more heat packs is also a good choice.
5. Necessary daily necessities for immigrants: clothes, shoes
Clothes do not need to be sent overseas in large quantities. You can buy them locally, but you can bring some pure cotton clothes such as socks, underwear and other clothes. Also consider bringing some waterproof clothing. You don’t need to bring too many thick cotton-padded clothes or sweaters to keep out the cold. Just 1-2 down jackets, scarves, gloves, and hats are enough.
There is no need to buy new shoes. There are usually many styles abroad and the prices are not expensive.
6. Necessary daily necessities for immigrants: books
When you live abroad, you will gradually have fewer opportunities to speak Cantonese and write Chinese. Therefore, it is recommended that you send more Chinese books abroad so that you and your family can review your mother tongue anytime and anywhere.
7. Necessary daily necessities for immigrants: socket
The sockets in foreign regions may be different from those in Hong Kong, and the plugs sold locally may not match the plugs of your electrical appliances (laptops, computers, mobile phones). Therefore, it is recommended that you buy it in Hong Kong and then send it to you.
8. Necessary daily necessities for immigrants: masks
The epidemic situation in various places is not yet clear. At this time, immigrants must not forget the most important mask to protect themselves.
Immigrants to different countries may be able to enjoy tax exemptions for their personal belongings. Let’s take a look at the requirements of popular countries~
To immigrate to the UK, you must apply for ToR1 (Transfer of residence relief) in advance. After that, you can transport personal belongings for more than 6 months tax-free in the first year of immigrating to the UK, including daily necessities and clothing. However, please note that mechanics’ tools for decoration, electricians, etc. need to be declared separately.
The tax-free amount for personal belongings when immigrating to Taiwan is 2,000 TWD. However, you must first arrive in Taiwan and then send your luggage before you can personally ""send your luggage"" for customs clearance without customs duties.
The personal belongings tax exemption for immigrating to the United States is 800 USD.
The personal belongings tax exemption for immigrants to Australia is 1,000 AUD, but does not include alcoholic beverages, perfumes, tobacco and their products.
The tax exemption for personal use and non-gift items immigrating to Canada is 20 CAD per mailing.
⚠️ Please note that if masks and medical products are specially controlled products in your country of immigration, tariffs may still be incurred even if the total amount is lower than the tax exemption amount, so please check carefully before sending.< /p>
For more embargoed and sensitive shipping restrictions from Hong Kong, please refer to List of prohibited items, check out the more detailed list of prohibited items.
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