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Title: post office charges for online orders
Post by: diesel on Feb 05, 2004 at 09:40 AM
i've ordered dvds from online international sources like amazon and cdwow.  the post office used to charge me P30 (parcel fee ba tawag dun?).  until recently they were trying to charge me 10% of the estimated value of the merchandise + delivery.

my order was US$63 (P3,500) and the post office was charging me at least P1,200 (33%) parcel fee + P30 pa.  now if my math is correct, i should pay for P380 only.

does anybody know here the standard charges and computation?  di ko alam kung kinukuwartahan lang ako ng post office.  i tried checking the website of bureau of customs but i didn't find anything.  wala din silang contact number so that i can check if tama yung patakaran dun.

help!



mods, if there's an existing thread paki-merge na lang.
Title: Re:post office charges
Post by: oggsmoggs on Feb 05, 2004 at 09:46 AM
where do you live diesel? and when did they start asking for that accursed parcel fee?
Title: Re:post office charges
Post by: diesel on Feb 05, 2004 at 10:00 AM
san juan.  i've done it before, with the same lady on that desk.  she used to charge me P30 lang.  ang excuse nya this time, wala daw yung magko-compute kaya siya na lang. so dahil nga nagmamadali ako, sabi ko ok lang.  she told me na 10% daw of the estimated cost of the package (P3,500) including delivery charge.  ang tagal nya mag-compute for the 10% until she came up with a figure na P1,200 daw.  gusto ko nga sabihin, ano ka hilo?  1,200 does not make 10% of P3,500. nakiusap na lang ako na i'd give her P400 na lang. pumayag naman.  wala lang daw OR.
Title: Re:post office charges
Post by: T-850 on Feb 05, 2004 at 10:35 AM
she cant even do basic math!  >:( stupid little bit :-Xc!!

anyway sa makati naman mga 1K for a single dvd.

yung other areas naman paki post sa thread na to how much charge sa inyo.. thanks!  :)
Title: Re:post office charges
Post by: alvin on Feb 05, 2004 at 10:43 AM
san juan.  i've done it before, with the same lady on that desk.  she used to charge me P30 lang.  ang excuse nya this time, wala daw yung magko-compute kaya siya na lang. so dahil nga nagmamadali ako, sabi ko ok lang.  she told me na 10% daw of the estimated cost of the package (P3,500) including delivery charge.  ang tagal nya mag-compute for the 10% until she came up with a figure na P1,200 daw.  gusto ko nga sabihin, ano ka hilo?  1,200 does not make 10% of P3,500. nakiusap na lang ako na i'd give her P400 na lang. pumayag naman.  wala lang daw OR.

diesel,

i don't think that is the correct fee that should be collected from you. the fact that the lady agreed for P400 without a receipt means namemera lang sya. Wag mo patulan, takutin mo na isusumbong mo sya sa post master dyan o kaya ipa-Imbestigador mo.
Title: Re:post office charges
Post by: diesel on Feb 05, 2004 at 10:55 AM
obvious naman kase when she was computing, kung anu-anong number pinagsususulat nya.  eh you can do that computation in your head naman di ba?  then she came with a stoooopid answer.  nakakatawa nga.

pero syempre di ko pinahalata kase baka mas tumaas pa singil nya sa akin. baka harangin yung mga future orders ko.

anyway, would anybody know kung ano ang tamang computation?  may sinasabi silang charge na 10% of packages with more than US$50 in declared value.
Title: Re:post office charges
Post by: galahad on Feb 05, 2004 at 12:26 PM
sa makati ganun din... sobra laki ng charges...  ???
putek.. sana kung sa gov't. projects din napupunta...
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: T-850 on Feb 06, 2004 at 09:36 AM
ok so (correct me if im wrong):

Makati PO - roughly 1K

QC PO - 20-30php basta di lumalampas ng $50 yung value.

Antilplo = 20-30php

ano pa po?  :) lets do a guide of PO prices in this thread para at least we know how much different post offices charge and how un-uniform they are with their policies!  >:(
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: patupup on Feb 06, 2004 at 09:37 AM
QC PO - 20-30php basta di lumalampas ng $50 yung value.
sir, question lang.

Where is the QC PO located? thanks!
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: T-850 on Feb 06, 2004 at 09:54 AM
sir, question lang.

Where is the QC PO located? thanks!

sir pat,

sa may NIA yun.. sa loob from EDSA, you turn to NIA

you can also go through AGHAM then turn to NIA, i think its the road before BIR mas madali yun.  ;)
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: Philander on Feb 06, 2004 at 10:08 AM
ok so (correct me if im wrong):

QC PO - 20-30php basta di lumalampas ng $50 yung value.



Pang DVD lang po ba ito? Pano kung mabigat na for example 10lbs?
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: T-850 on Feb 06, 2004 at 10:11 AM
Pang DVD lang po ba ito? Pano kung mabigat na for example 10lbs?

so far pang dvd lang, from what i've been reading in other threads, i have no idea regarding other things that weigh a lot and is below $50.

the problem with the PO is that they dont follow the standard rules, alam ko pati dvd they have to weigh it, its apart of their computation for custom fees, etc but they do not follow this, for some reason.  ::)
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: galahad on Feb 06, 2004 at 10:18 AM
sa makati, they just opened the package, got the invoice and then compute on the taxes based on the total amount. wla pa dyan yung mga custom taxes.  ???
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: T-850 on Feb 06, 2004 at 10:30 AM
re-post from Sauron Cookie.

Re: Computations for Charges:

Actually, there are laws and mandates that clearly specify the taxation of parcels from abroad.

The standard rule is  a basic 10% of the declared value, multiplied by the current exchange rate.    The amount will then be added to the fee of about P100 (books and CDs), P200 (personal items like cosmetics), P300 (DVDs) , P500 jewelry and valuables) for every US$10 above a US$40 declared value.  The classification of each item is dependent on the customs official/s' assessment.  Commerical rates are even higher than personal parcel rates.

For example, if you ordered books worth US$50, the applicable customs duties would be Php370.  This comes from US$5 (10% of $50) x 54 (current rate)= Php270 + P100($10 above $40).

The problem really lies on the customs officials' assessment.  Even if it's just a VHS tape, they will make it appear that it is something very valuable in order to be able to charge you a higher fee.  Even if you order just 2 DVDs, they can make it appear that it is for commercial purposes and so charge more.  Each post office has a monthly quota for taxes.  The officials get a large percentage of whatever they are able to collect.  Then of course, if the recipient is too shocked and is unable to pay the supposed duties, they will readily offer the poor recipient a "settlement".  The officials will suddenly whip out a calculator and tell the recipient that they can make "certain concessions" and voila, some magical amount lower than the supposed duties will appear on the calculator screen!  In some post offices, the customs officials can be directly "garapal"; they will tell the recipient offhand that they want say P500 and they will release your parcel no questions asked.

Some post offices are closely monitored by the media and therefore have no choice but to do things properly.  In the Ortigas Center post office, the business district already generates more than enough taxes so that they generally don't coax money out of poor recipients.

Sigh, in short, your taxes and duties really depend on whether you are in luck today or not.
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: diesel on Feb 06, 2004 at 12:08 PM
so saan ngayon papasok yung P30 na standard charge?
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: T-850 on Feb 06, 2004 at 12:13 PM
so saan ngayon papasok yung P30 na standard charge?

its standard storage fee, i think this should always be included.  :-\
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: diesel on Feb 06, 2004 at 04:22 PM
okay so if my order is below US$50, i only pay for the P30 storage fee?
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: T-850 on Feb 06, 2004 at 04:40 PM
okay so if my order is below US$50, i only pay for the P30 storage fee?

that's my understanding from the people i read who posted their experiences with QCPO.. if you're going to have it delivered to a QC addy, please let me know of your shipping experience with QCPO. im planning also to buy online..  :)
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: toyfanatic on Feb 06, 2004 at 04:45 PM
i've ordered dvds from online international sources like amazon and cdwow.  the post office used to charge me P30 (parcel fee ba tawag dun?).  until recently they were trying to charge me 10% of the estimated value of the merchandise + delivery.

my order was US$63 (P3,500) and the post office was charging me at least P1,200 (33%) parcel fee + P30 pa.  now if my math is correct, i should pay for P380 only.

does anybody know here the standard charges and computation?  di ko alam kung kinukuwartahan lang ako ng post office.  i tried checking the website of bureau of customs but i didn't find anything.  wala din silang contact number so that i can check if tama yung patakaran dun.

help!



mods, if there's an existing thread paki-merge na lang.

sir, as far as i know if your order exceeds $50 thats the time Post office will charge you.  Although im not sure of the rates
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: toyfanatic on Feb 06, 2004 at 04:46 PM
okay so if my order is below US$50, i only pay for the P30 storage fee?

correct! better order one at a time  ;)
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: diesel on Feb 06, 2004 at 05:06 PM
i agree. this is the best alternative.  mas makakmura ka pala if you have it shipped separately.
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: T-850 on Feb 06, 2004 at 05:31 PM
so you're going to do it then, bro diesel?

taga san pala kyo?  :)
Title: Re:post office charges
Post by: groucho on Feb 07, 2004 at 03:56 PM
she used to charge me P30 lang.  ang excuse nya this time, wala daw yung magko-compute kaya siya na lang. so dahil nga nagmamadali ako, sabi ko ok lang.  she told me na 10% daw of the estimated cost of the package (P3,500) including delivery charge.  ang tagal nya mag-compute for the 10% until she came up with a figure na P1,200 daw.  gusto ko nga sabihin, ano ka hilo?  1,200 does not make 10% of P3,500. nakiusap na lang ako na i'd give her P400 na lang. pumayag naman.  wala lang daw OR.

Kunin mo ang pangalan.  I-report mo sa dyaryo.  O sa Imbestigador.  O kay Tulfo.  Makulong sana siya.
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: baby on Feb 07, 2004 at 08:19 PM
I orderded dvd's from amazon about $93++ they charged me about 1,600++ >:( >:(
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: diesel on Feb 09, 2004 at 09:40 AM
so you're going to do it then, bro diesel?

taga san pala kyo?  :)

san juan.  i'm going to have another shipping next week.
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: krets pulpol on Feb 11, 2004 at 08:15 PM
hmmm... i've tried to ship cds, dvds, model kits, books, model kit accessories here in makati.
the bad thing is, makati post office has customs examiners and appraisers, some post offices don't.
i've been charged thousands and thousands for my contrabands hehe sometimes, i'll tell the merchants to declare the goods at lower prices just to get away with taxes.

i spoke with that b*tchy customs examiner and told me what's taxable or not. if i can remember it correctly, below are rates (costs)

for books - should not exceed $40

for cds - should not $20

for dvds - not taxable if 1 dvd, two or more taxable na!

but the bad news is, most merchants declare the actual amount i.e amazon, cdwow etc. so you can't get away with it, they can see the reciepts also

once they know that your goods exceed the limit, they can see it by the way through a green sticker with all the declared items and value

here are the itemized charges

import duty - depends on their computation
+
bir taxes - vat - their computation again
               - specific/excise tax - their computation again
+ proceeds-auction sale = 250 (fixed)

+ miscellanious = 250 (fixed)

plus 30 pesos stocking fee, before 20 lang

you'll notice 500 pesos is fixed, succeeding depends on the value of goods (tax rates vary on toys, books cds etc.) they have a book!

to get away with it, you can either bribe them hehe or ship it where post offices don't have examiners  ;)

by the way, costs are computed with shipping charges so most of the time, it will exceed their limit esp. airmails
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: diesel on Feb 12, 2004 at 06:14 PM
can u demonstrate a sample computation?
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: krets pulpol on Feb 12, 2004 at 10:05 PM
here's a sample

1. import duty - 193

2. bir taxes - 15

   2.1 vat - 456
   2.2 specific/excise tax -

3. proceeds auction sale - 250

4. penalties/surcharge -

5. miscellaneous - 250

total cost = 1164 plus 30 for stocking fee

value of merchandise - 70 usd (incl. shipping

70 x 55 = 3850 pesos
                  193 (imp. duty 5/10 of 3850)
                  515 (i still don't know where she got this)
                4558 total x .10 = 456 VAT

a paid a thousand plus to get my package, you'll notice the 500 fixed charges, 250 is miscellaneous (goes to their pockets  ;D)

very lucrative business  >:(
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: galahad on Feb 13, 2004 at 10:33 AM
no wonder saw a guy there wearing thick yellow chains on his neck and fingers.   ??? >:(
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: krets pulpol on Feb 13, 2004 at 12:11 PM
hahahaha  ;D but i think he's ok, very lenient! never been charged when he's on duty.

by the way, are you talking about the makati p.o.?

beware of the old fat lady  ;D! she's the evil one!!  >:(

the only times i got away were she wasn't around!  :P
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: T-850 on Feb 13, 2004 at 12:15 PM
see how pathetic we sound.. we even have to do some hide and seek before we claim stuff from the PO.. gov't talaga.. la kwents!  >:(
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: galahad on Feb 13, 2004 at 01:02 PM
yup makati p.o...

saw the old lady also. shes the one calculating the charges. :-\
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: krets pulpol on Feb 13, 2004 at 02:41 PM
geeez...  she'll often argue that she knows the value of dvds and can't get away with it even you under declare the package  >:(

saw a lot of complaints on that post office in the newspaper!  hope they would do something :o

i heard also that they have targets (taxes and duty revenues) so they're relentless in appraising the goods  >:(
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: diesel on Feb 16, 2004 at 04:45 PM
i think it's high time somebody files a complaint to the civil service commission. masasanay yan.
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: dunforgiven on Feb 16, 2004 at 06:00 PM
that's my understanding from the people i read who posted their experiences with QCPO.. if you're going to have it delivered to a QC addy, please let me know of your shipping experience with QCPO. im planning also to buy online..  :)

i've lived in QC all my life and have ordered a bunch of comic books online also. I only paid 20 pesos (old price, now its 30) for anything I ordered as long as it was declared a small packet/parcel. For me, this meant as much comic book as could be accomodated by the USPS envelope used by the online store.

i've also ordered DVD (X2) from amazon last year and I also just paid 30 pesos (new price na) for it. I just don't know if it's still the case for 2 DVDs.
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: dunforgiven on Feb 16, 2004 at 06:06 PM
sir, as far as i know if your order exceeds $50 thats the time Post office will charge you.  Although im not sure of the rates

this might not be the case for all POs.... for QCPO, they don't really read the price (i think) because i've ordered some collector's item comics more than $50 and still i just paid 20 bucks for that!  :D
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: LokeyMD on Feb 17, 2004 at 11:32 AM
About the taxes:

Books, magazines, comics, & ALL reading materials (except porn which is illegal) are non-taxable so they won't tax you =)

As for the dvd's, CD's, cassettes, VHS, electronics,& toys, these are taxable items. But if you buy them in very limited numbers like at most 4 per shipment, and if you don't buy them regularly, let's say at most only 3 times a year, you won't be taxed =) But at the end, it's still under the discretion of the inspector since these ARE actually taxable. If you're arrogant and is a pain in the a**, you WILL be taxed =)

Also, the P30 is standard fee for the documentary stamp so that goes to the gov't. If you have a really big package which they put in a big trash bag, you will be charged P 100 which also goes to the gov't =)

I use the QC post office & I buy everything through the net. All the people there are very nice, esp the head inspector. He had never asked anything from me. Pakikisama na lang if you bring them merienda/ snacks sometime =)

Dudes, just treat them with respect =) Good luck!
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: reggie on Feb 17, 2004 at 05:23 PM
hey guys,  

just want to ask how to order dvds online, do they deliver here in the phils.? how will i pay for it without using my credit card?kasi yung citibank ko pang-local purchases lang (yata!)

Thanks..
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: dunforgiven on Feb 18, 2004 at 07:37 AM
hey guys,  

just want to ask how to order dvds online, do they deliver here in the phils.? how will i pay for it without using my credit card?kasi yung citibank ko pang-local purchases lang (yata!)

Thanks..

only through credit card. better get an internation version of your card if you want to buy anything online
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: AICRAG on Feb 18, 2004 at 08:28 AM
Check/verify with Citibank...(call 995-9999)I have not seen or heard any Citibank card which is for local use only....by default ang alam ko eh pwede international ang card basta me logo ng visa or mastercard...
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: diesel on Feb 19, 2004 at 09:55 AM
i think all citibank cards are international.  

but in the net, i prefer to use bpi e-credit card. it's safer.
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: dunforgiven on Feb 19, 2004 at 11:51 AM
Check/verify with Citibank...(call 995-9999)I have not seen or heard any Citibank card which is for local use only....by default ang alam ko eh pwede international ang card basta me logo ng visa or mastercard...

correction po, not all cards with the visa or mastercard logos are international (although i'm not sure with citibank). Meron kasi akong Allied Bank Visa (this is under the equitable network) and local lang sya pwede
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: T-850 on Feb 19, 2004 at 02:02 PM
correction po, not all cards with the visa or mastercard logos are international (although i'm not sure with citibank). Meron kasi akong Allied Bank Visa (this is under the equitable network) and local lang sya pwede

isnt' citibank international?  ???
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: reggie on Feb 19, 2004 at 04:16 PM
guys,

Just called citibank sabi sa akin pwede daw pang international yung card ko, pero ang sabi sakin nung nag-process nung application ko noon pang local lang daw, that f***ing jerk  >:(

Anyway, pano ba nag-wowork yung online orders, bibigay mo lang yung card number mo tapos deliver na nila sa address mo yung item?

Thanks very much
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: reggie on Feb 19, 2004 at 04:39 PM
BTW,

P 17.90+ na nga pala ;D
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: MiKeBiBbY on Feb 19, 2004 at 06:02 PM

Anyway, pano ba nag-wowork yung online orders, bibigay mo lang yung card number mo tapos deliver na nila sa address mo yung item?


in most cases, online sellers from abroad would require you to fax them a copy of your credit card billing statement (as proof that your credit card is legit) before you could post your first order.  8)
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: Y_meeh on Feb 23, 2004 at 10:05 AM
My friend ordered 3 dvds from towerrecords.com (shipping for 3 dvds is just $10) which includes never ending story I (ba't nga walang 1 d2, part 2 meron) and two other unknown titles and the amount exceeded $50 pero 30 pesos lang ang binayaran nya sa pque post office
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: dunforgiven on Feb 23, 2004 at 10:09 AM
as mentioned in earlier post, the charges are a case-to-case basis (or actually, it's a post office-to-post office basis)  ;)
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: phulboss on Feb 24, 2004 at 11:40 PM
i've lived in QC all my life and have ordered a bunch of comic books online also. I only paid 20 pesos (old price, now its 30) for anything I ordered as long as it was declared a small packet/parcel. For me, this meant as much comic book as could be accomodated by the USPS envelope used by the online store.

i've also ordered DVD (X2) from amazon last year and I also just paid 30 pesos (new price na) for it. I just don't know if it's still the case for 2 DVDs.

hi dunforgiven, just a question. my girlfriend just sent me a cd through mail. they used to deliver the cd's straight to my house (the last time was 2002). today though, i received a notice similar to what i receive for bulkier packages (ie toys). i used qc cpo, and i just want to know if i should take precautions, because it looks like they held onto my cd for questionable reasons. thanks!
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: phulboss on Feb 25, 2004 at 12:22 AM
geeez...  she'll often argue that she knows the value of dvds and can't get away with it even you under declare the package  >:(

saw a lot of complaints on that post office in the newspaper!  hope they would do something :o

i heard also that they have targets (taxes and duty revenues) so they're relentless in appraising the goods  >:(

i've heard about that quota part. i had a horrendous experience with that very hag. i had 2 toys shipped to my office... these 2 toys were bought from ebay and were priced very cheap as they were less popular releases. the hag demanded 1600 from me, citing a bunch of numbers that she wrote down (but which i didn't understand anyway). the toys were declared at $10, but she calculated the taxes for $30. i didn't see the declared value at first, but when i finally pointed it out to her, she told me that she used the shipping rates along with the declared value to compute for duties... which was really stupid, because i know that i paid only $22 for the whole transaction, inclusive of ground shipping. she also did point out that the p500 was indeed a fixed charge, even advising me to bring in more stuff next time to maximize on this (yeah right).

i stayed for a while, hoping to reason with her as i only had 800+ with me that time, when a businessman tried to claim a taiwan trader's directory, which anybody can avail of for free by simply requesting from a website, and the customs hag asked him to pay p2000. she told him that they have fixed rates for those per country. the businessman, obviously peeved at that point and muttering invectives, simply asked to have the item returned to its sender. it was no great loss anyway.

the next people in line were two siblings who received a package from the uk. this contained - get this - 3 shirts and 2 trinkets (i really doubt that they were made of anything precious for the sender to ship them that way). it seemed to me that whoever sent those was an ofw and that they were gifts for the two (i have the impression that the sender was their mom for some reason). the customs appraiser then demanded almost 3000 in taxes! the older sister decided to call the sender through her cell because she was lost at what to do next. they eventually just decided to have the package shipped back, although they told the hag in such a way that they were visibly disappointed/pissed off, to which the hag nonchalantly said yes, with the air of brushing someone off as if she was doing it everyday (thinking about it, that was probably the case).

anyway, after about an hour, we bargained and arrived at p800 (me and my mouth... '800 lang po ang dala ko ngayon e...'). i did keep my cool throughout my ordeal... i don't think she would have lowered the fees otherwise. the irritating bit about this was that everything was legal, receipts and all... although the fact that her computations were flexible only made the whole thing more questionable. i think that if she was actually using a standard method to compute for fees then she wouldn't have arrived at 2 values. i also think that she was in fact working on a commission basis, giving her the authority to actually practice legal corruption. that's the part that sickens me most.

sorry for the length... i have posted this very story on different boards since the incident, and have avoided that post office since, although i really think that something should be done about this.
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: dunforgiven on Feb 26, 2004 at 07:02 AM
hi dunforgiven, just a question. my girlfriend just sent me a cd through mail. they used to deliver the cd's straight to my house (the last time was 2002). today though, i received a notice similar to what i receive for bulkier packages (ie toys). i used qc cpo, and i just want to know if i should take precautions, because it looks like they held onto my cd for questionable reasons. thanks!

don't worry, you're not going to have any problem with the QC PO. Dati nakatanggap din ako ng straight delivery pero minsan lang yun, the rest were just notification cards. Ganun na yata kasi ang procedure nila ngayon so sa tingin ko hindi naman nila inipit yung cd mo  :D
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: phulboss on Feb 26, 2004 at 11:06 AM
don't worry, you're not going to have any problem with the QC PO. Dati nakatanggap din ako ng straight delivery pero minsan lang yun, the rest were just notification cards. Ganun na yata kasi ang procedure nila ngayon so sa tingin ko hindi naman nila inipit yung cd mo  :D

mukhang ganun na nga. i've just come back from the qc cpo and thankfully, hindi nga inipit yung cd. medyo napraning lang talaga ako after that makati extortion incident, hehe. thanks! :)
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: dunforgiven on Feb 26, 2004 at 12:33 PM
Dapat dun sa mga post offices that extort money or those who can't present a decent computation and just give out a random amount.... isumbong dapat sa mga kagaya ng isang tawag ka lang para mabulgar e, at maayos ang charging rates
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: diesel on Feb 26, 2004 at 02:38 PM
got 2 individual packages from amazon 2 days ago. luckily, walang ibang charge except P60 for both packages.  wala kaseng naka-declare na value sa box.
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: cineaste on Feb 29, 2004 at 09:49 AM
I get my parcels from the Araneta Post Office.  The charges levied on me are from the customs inspector.  He used to show me a computation with lots and lots of figures and levies.  For a pacjage worth around $60, the levy is around Php1,000.00.  Of course, like everything else in this accursed country we live in, I didn't believe in the computation.  To get my beloved dvds, I offered to pay Php 500.00 without receipt.  Ayun.  When I come in early, around 9 am when it opens, the 2 dispatchers there, Ray and Jun, give the package to me, minus the hassle of "pretending" there's a computation.  I give them my Php500.00 and I get the dvds.  All in a matter of 10 minutes.

With that customs guy, pa-cute ka pa minsan.  
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: T-850 on Mar 03, 2004 at 05:43 PM
guys, next time threaten them by saying you'll complain to imbestigador or something para they'd stop doing their monkey biz esp. the ones like in Makati PO.
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: jackryan on Mar 13, 2004 at 08:21 AM
what's the SOP for Manila Post office (main)... I ordered a X2VGA xbox hi-def adapter and it came in a very small package that costs something like peso converted to php 4,300... I am being asked to pay fees for php 1,243.

Do you think I should negotiate it down further???

-jackryan 8)  
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: oggsmoggs on Mar 13, 2004 at 09:24 AM
My once beloved Cainta post office is now chargind me P1,200 for something I used to pay P30 for. The worst thing is even the postmaster doesn't know what to do. There was no customs inspector there so if I wanted to complain, I have to head to the faraway country of Pasay to do so. Talk about due process... They just send out your packages with a letter containing computations unheard of, and you can't even complain coz there are no representatives. And lastly, the package did not contain any price declarations, the invoice from Yesasia contained $0 as prices for the DVDs so I was wondering how they computed for my customs duties when there was no price declaration. Lecheng mga hoodlooms yan!
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: oggsmoggs on Mar 13, 2004 at 09:26 AM
Quote
what's the SOP for Manila Post office (main)... I ordered a X2VGA xbox hi-def adapter and it came in a very small package that costs something like peso converted to php 4,300... I am being asked to pay fees for php 1,243.

Do you think I should negotiate it down further???

-jackryan  

My friend had the same experience before. He was sent an adapter for his Mac laptop and was being asked to pay some huge amount of money. Pinakiusapan niya yung customs hoodloom and he got his adapter for free.
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: jackryan on Mar 13, 2004 at 12:38 PM
does anyone know what is the right computation for charging passing through the postal system ???
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: jackryan on Mar 14, 2004 at 09:02 AM
re-post from Sauron Cookie.

Re: Computations for Charges:

Actually, there are laws and mandates that clearly specify the taxation of parcels from abroad.

The standard rule is  a basic 10% of the declared value, multiplied by the current exchange rate.    The amount will then be added to the fee of about P100 (books and CDs), P200 (personal items like cosmetics), P300 (DVDs) , P500 jewelry and valuables) for every US$10 above a US$40 declared value.  The classification of each item is dependent on the customs official/s' assessment.  Commerical rates are even higher than personal parcel rates.

For example, if you ordered books worth US$50, the applicable customs duties would be Php370.  This comes from US$5 (10% of $50) x 54 (current rate)= Php270 + P100($10 above $40).

The problem really lies on the customs officials' assessment.  Even if it's just a VHS tape, they will make it appear that it is something very valuable in order to be able to charge you a higher fee.  Even if you order just 2 DVDs, they can make it appear that it is for commercial purposes and so charge more.  Each post office has a monthly quota for taxes.  The officials get a large percentage of whatever they are able to collect.  Then of course, if the recipient is too shocked and is unable to pay the supposed duties, they will readily offer the poor recipient a "settlement".  The officials will suddenly whip out a calculator and tell the recipient that they can make "certain concessions" and voila, some magical amount lower than the supposed duties will appear on the calculator screen!  In some post offices, the customs officials can be directly "garapal"; they will tell the recipient offhand that they want say P500 and they will release your parcel no questions asked.

Some post offices are closely monitored by the media and therefore have no choice but to do things properly.  In the Ortigas Center post office, the business district already generates more than enough taxes so that they generally don't coax money out of poor recipients.

Sigh, in short, your taxes and duties really depend on whether you are in luck today or not.


I got a proforma calculation from the unfriendly postal person and it shows the following computation:

 US$ 78
 x      56 (exchange rate to peso)
 ---------
    4,368
 x     .05 (5% for Custom Duty; meron ba talaga nito???)
 ---------
       218

    4,368
       515 (fixed Imp Proc Fee/Custom Doc Stamp/BIRdaw)
 ---------
     5,101
  x    .10 (10% VAT; this should only be the bulk of it!)
 ----------
        510


SUMMARY:

Custom Duty                      - Php 218
VAT                                     - Php 510
Import Processing Fee       - Php 250
Custom Doc. Stamp/BIR     - Php 265
-----------------------------------------------
Total                                    Php1,243

(This is NOT a receipt)  

What is the real computation since for a package worth US$ 78 (including US$ taxes and post shipping cost, shouldn't this be just the exact material cost excluding shipment and US$ taxes) , I am being levied the equivalenet of US$ 22 or roughly 28% of the total cost.
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: T-850 on Mar 16, 2004 at 08:19 AM
DVDs and toys are known to be "luxury goods" that is why these people charge us high to (i guess) prevent us from being to luxurious!?  ???

INGGIT LANG SILA!!!!
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: riverfan on Mar 28, 2004 at 08:48 PM
does anyone know where parañaque post office is?

kc its my first time to receive a cd from abroad. eh the post office sent me a piece of paper to receive the item.

and does anyone of you guys experienced negative encuentros with the people there?

para ill be warned.
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: MiKeBiBbY on Mar 29, 2004 at 01:35 PM
does anyone know where parañaque post office is?

kc its my first time to receive a cd from abroad. eh the post office sent me a piece of paper to receive the item.

and does anyone of you guys experienced negative encuentros with the people there?

para ill be warned.

what you have is called a parcel notice from the post office.  

the pque post office is located along sucat road, around 200 meters after you pass olive's cinema (in front of the dampa market, coming from sm sucat).

if your package contains only a cd (as in isang piraso lang), you'll most probably be asked to pay only P30... based on past experience (when i used to pick up my online dvd orders from there), this is the only amount i was asked to pay. ngayon kasi straight na sa house namin dinadala yung orders ko. wala na kong natatanggap na parcel notice.

hope this helps.  8)
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: riverfan on Mar 30, 2004 at 07:09 AM
the place before the bridge... the old building with the pedestrian pass....la huerta.

thanks.

 ;D
Title: Re:post office charges for online orders
Post by: riverfan on Apr 03, 2004 at 09:24 AM
paid only 30 pesos for my package. didnot encounter any problems at all. transaction went smoothly. in practically 2 minutes i had my package.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: mccoy on Sep 04, 2004 at 11:26 PM
ang advice ko lang para di kayo ma-jackpot ng mga ogag na customs na yan eh, claim it very early in the morning [tipong kakabukas pa lang nila] para wala pa ang mga dyaskeng customs na yan.

that's what i always do when i claim my packages from CALOOCAN P.O.
although baka depende rin sa PO nyo kung papayagan kayo....

so tips to all who claim at CALOOCAN P.O., claim it very early [round 8am] or before closing [5pm], and check kung nandun ang customs. pag nandun, balik na lang kayo next time if you dont want to risk paying absurdly high prices for your packages.

hope this helps!

: AYUZ!  >:(
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Astroantiquity on Sep 05, 2004 at 07:39 PM
ang advice ko lang para di kayo ma-jackpot ng mga ogag na customs na yan eh, claim it very early in the morning [tipong kakabukas pa lang nila] para wala pa ang mga dyaskeng customs na yan.

that's what i always do when i claim my packages from CALOOCAN P.O.
although baka depende rin sa PO nyo kung papayagan kayo....

so tips to all who claim at CALOOCAN P.O., claim it very early [round 8am] or before closing [5pm], and check kung nandun ang customs. pag nandun, balik na lang kayo next time if you dont want to risk paying absurdly high prices for your packages.

hope this helps!

: AYUZ!  >:(

Tama.  Ganito kasi ginagawa ko usually.  Napabayad lang ako kasi atat na atat na ako makakuha, and extend a liitle generosity sa mga P.O. employees kasi mabait naman sila. At pwede niyo pang kakuntsaba iyong mga kartero niyo(abutan niyo maski na 200p or 150p, I mean kung ikaw ang kukuha mamamasahe ka din naman...).
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: olison14 on Oct 10, 2004 at 10:58 PM
korek ang sabi no astroaniquity. ako, what i do is get to the p.o. before 8am para pagkabukas nila maka-claim na ako and usuallywala pa dun yung taga-customs kaya  i usually pay around p30 lang kung yungtotal cost ng order ko is less than $100.
nagka-experience na din ako ng malaking customs charges before and i was told that it was legal, maybe it was kasi i didn't stop until the matter was investigated. they provided me with a 10 page explanation regarding taxes, i even got to talk to the customs commissioner that time.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: mccoy on Oct 11, 2004 at 01:45 AM
korek ang sabi no astroaniquity. ako, what i do is get to the p.o. before 8am para pagkabukas nila maka-claim na ako and usuallywala pa dun yung taga-customs kaya  i usually pay around p30 lang kung yungtotal cost ng order ko is less than $100.
nagka-experience na din ako ng malaking customs charges before and i was told that it was legal, maybe it was kasi i didn't stop until the matter was investigated. they provided me with a 10 page explanation regarding taxes, i even got to talk to the customs commissioner that time.

legal but sobrang hindi standardized! they should have that thing standardized kung gusto talaga nila i-tax para wala na yung mga abusive na customs official [from what i gather kasi, they get some percentage off that, parang commision yata nila...]

: AYUZ !  >:(
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Oct 19, 2004 at 03:50 PM
hi guys

im from makati, and based sa mga kwento nyo, mukhang nakakatakot atang mag-purchase online. anyway, nilagay kong shipping address is our office. paano pala ako ma-contact ng post office? this is just my first time so dami ko talagang nde alam  ;D

thanks!
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: hemisphere on Oct 19, 2004 at 06:00 PM
bro, as is always the case, they'll send a notification card when your package arrives. pa-isa isa lang ang dvd pag nag-sesend ako sa makati. :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Oct 20, 2004 at 08:27 AM
ganun ba? 2 kasi in-order ko kaagad  ;D haay, bahala na. follow ko na lang suggestions nyo na maaga pumunta sa post office. thanks guys!
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Reefshark on Oct 21, 2004 at 05:51 PM
Hay naku!!! Kainis talaga yung mga tao sa Makati post office.

I took advantage of the $3 shipping from Koreandvd and ordered 3 discs at once, now gusto ako itax and take note I went late na so wala na yung taga customs, nagcompute ng tax fee ko yung taga PO and it was close to P1,300 ang kailangan kong bayaran.  Sobrang taga, the items I bought totaled only $9.00.  So sabi ko sa kanila hindi ko na lang kukunin dahil mura lang yung laman, then they hinted na I could talk to the customs offical para wala nang resibo na transaction, around P500 daw pwede na but to come back tomorrow as wala nang taga customs duon.

I just asked them na kung pwede ngayon ko na bayaran para di na ako balik tomorrow and sabi nya "kung may tiwala ka sakin na i-aabot ko yung P500 sakanya, di sige".  That was a load of crap, but hey I always knew it would be going to their pockets naman.

Lesson here is next time, wag mag pa ship ng tatlong dvd in one package.   ;)

And the clincher is I went to the PO with out any package notice and just looked in their log book as last 16/Sept pa shinip-out yung package ko and I found it sa arrivals last 24/Sept, not one notice at all!
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: JhunDV on Oct 21, 2004 at 06:07 PM
Mahal talaga ang customs tax kaya 1 item lang per shipment or at least 5 items para mahati mo na lang yung charges para lumabas na maliit lang charge per item.  :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: keating on Oct 21, 2004 at 07:09 PM
ang advice ko lang para di kayo ma-jackpot ng mga ogag na customs na yan eh, claim it very early in the morning [tipong kakabukas pa lang nila] para wala pa ang mga dyaskeng customs na yan.

that's what i always do when i claim my packages from CALOOCAN P.O.
although baka depende rin sa PO nyo kung papayagan kayo....

so tips to all who claim at CALOOCAN P.O., claim it very early [round 8am] or before closing [5pm], and check kung nandun ang customs. pag nandun, balik na lang kayo next time if you dont want to risk paying absurdly high prices for your packages.

hope this helps!

: AYUZ!  >:(

Bro nandun pa ba sina Rey & I forgot the other one....they are very nice naman....all of my packages from ebay....sa kanila dumaan....walang kahirap-hirap.... :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: cineaste on Oct 22, 2004 at 12:12 AM
QC Central Post Office at Araneta Center

Advice: Claim your packages earl in the morning too.  Preferably Mondays.  The 2 dispatchers there, Rey and the other guy, tipped me off that the customs official is required to attend the flag ceremony, so he usually arrives late (around 10).

So i just get my packages from the dispatcher.  I jsut give them 50 pesos each as goodwill money (if there's such a thing).

If the customs guy is there (the old old one), he is worth 500 bucks. >:D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Oct 22, 2004 at 08:31 AM
ayos na advice yan. 8am during mondays para flag ceremony at walang customs.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: hemisphere on Oct 23, 2004 at 05:21 AM
hi guys,  dont want to be a party pooper. but some friendly builds and word(s) of advice lang..

though we aim to prioritize other costs and save moneys from this expensive hobby, i think we should remember that paying customs tax is more or less a citizen obligation. where the money goes is a different story and should be discussed in a different venue... the non-standardized procedures and business practices are the questionable matters here.

based on the buying patterns from different online stores, i have more or less gauged where and when to send my packages to save me some of my precious moneys. of course without the intention of indirectly escaping such tax reality. sino ba ang di gustong maka-save?  there are PO's which allow up to 5 titles and no tax would be imposed... minsan 1 title lang, taxed ka na.. sa makati, pag 2 titles or discs, taxed na agad. sa province, no limit minsan. minsan the gift wrap (for $2.50) or mere gift message (from amazon and yesasia) may save you big moneys..  or third party shippers like JAC or E2 can be considered as options.. endless possibilities talaga.

whether you are buying your criterions or your new asian limited editions,  compute your tax as you checkout.... know the rules and work around it to your advantage.. and always keep right! and remember your rights when talking with these customs reps..  kahit ako disappointed minsan...

good luck!!

Peace!!


 8)

 
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: gaol on Oct 23, 2004 at 07:39 AM
QC Central Post Office at Araneta Center

Advice: Claim your packages earl in the morning too.  Preferably Mondays.  The 2 dispatchers there, Rey and the other guy, tipped me off that the customs official is required to attend the flag ceremony, so he usually arrives late (around 10).

So i just get my packages from the dispatcher.  I jsut give them 50 pesos each as goodwill money (if there's such a thing).

If the customs guy is there (the old old one), he is worth 500 bucks. >:D

The customs guy there is a new one. According to Rey(?), the old guy I used to deal with passed away already, bless his soul.

I got my Starwars set in the afternoon but only paid P30 inspection fee (is it because of the local mailing from Royale Logistics?). I did not/forgot to hand over goodwill money. I hope they don't get back at me the next time.  :(
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: mccoy on Oct 23, 2004 at 01:18 PM


Bro nandun pa ba sina Rey & I forgot the other one....they are very nice naman....all of my packages from ebay....sa kanila dumaan....walang kahirap-hirap.... :)

yep dun pa si rey. very nice dude!  :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: keating on Oct 23, 2004 at 02:04 PM


yep dun pa si rey. very nice dude!  :)

Thanks bro for the info....the other one is Don. Both are a few good men in Caloocan P.O.  8)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: hemisphere on Oct 23, 2004 at 05:23 PM

I got my Starwars set in the afternoon but only paid P30 inspection fee (is it because of the local mailing from Royale Logistics?). I did not/forgot to hand over goodwill money. I hope they don't get back at me the next time.  :(

is this a new rule? i was not asked to pay when i got my recent orders from Amazon. as a policy, local mails are exempted from inspections.

 8)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: keating on Oct 23, 2004 at 05:33 PM


is this a new rule? i was not asked to pay when i got my recent orders from Amazon. as a policy, local mails are exempted from inspections.

 8)

even 30 bucks hem..... ???
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: hemisphere on Oct 23, 2004 at 05:50 PM
yep..  no charge at all.. :)

as a policy, PO should deliver the packages in the same manner as the ordinary air mail envelopes. i only claimed some boxes kasi more than 5 lbs ang weight at di makarga sa bisikleta ng mailman. same procedure in US, kaso naka vehicle na sa kanila..

:)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: keating on Oct 23, 2004 at 05:55 PM
That means our local P.O. are reliable except for some few people who....ehem....wants some lagay..... ;D

so far wala pa kong naencounter baka takot sa kin.... ;)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: gaol on Oct 23, 2004 at 10:14 PM


is this a new rule? i was not asked to pay when i got my recent orders from Amazon. as a policy, local mails are exempted from inspections.

 8)

I'm a little confused myself. What I've experienced is that if Araneta PO sends a notification, and I go there to claim it, I pay the inspection fee. The first free WinXP Update CD I ordered, they even sent a notification and subsequently I paid the fee. The next time, for the WinXP SP2 CD, it was delivered straight to me.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Oct 25, 2004 at 08:46 AM
alam nyo ba kung ano magiging difference kapag sa post office ng province ko pina-deliver? kung may additional charges ba? same tax?

thanks!  O0
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: JhunDV on Oct 25, 2004 at 09:55 AM
^ No additional charges.  :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Oct 26, 2004 at 08:42 AM
pero paano ang process noon? sa manila darating ang package, then transport to province? nde ba mas mabagal un? and mas delikado ung package? alam nyo naman post office dito, pag dumating sayo ung sulat feeling mo nabuksan na  ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Y_meeh on Oct 26, 2004 at 08:57 AM
mas delikado ung package? alam nyo naman post office dito, pag dumating sayo ung sulat feeling mo nabuksan na  ;D

ako, hindi ko alam na "ganyan" ang post office dito. hindi ko "feeling" na nabuksan na ang mga sulat ko kapag natatanggap ko sya. yung mga packages naman, madalas nakareseal, pero hindi dahil pinag-interesan kundi dahil dumaan sa inspeksyon. hindi rin ibig sabihin na buo ang kumpyansa ko kapag nagpapadala ako ng mga bagahe dito dahil may mga okasyon din na may nawawala. ang sa akin lang hindi naman dapat siguro lahatin, may mga pailan-ilan nga sigurong empleyado na nag-iinteres sa mga sulat/bagahe ng iba pero bilang lang yun, hindi yun ang kabuuan ng post office ng Pilipinas.  ;)

Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Oct 26, 2004 at 10:07 AM
well, tama ka rin. wag nating lahatin  ;D  tagal ko na rin kasing nde nasusubukan ang mga post office natin.  O0
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Y_meeh on Oct 29, 2004 at 09:49 AM
bait talaga post office samin... while others complain about their post office services d2 naman samin all praises ako... kumpleto text pa sa kin kapag may package ako...  :)

see, hindi lahat ng post office corrupt  ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Nov 12, 2004 at 05:57 PM
got my dvd orders today, pero malas at close na raw yung pagbabayaran at pinababalik pa ko sa tuesday.

eto charge sa akin...

costums duty: 224
vat: 298
idf (whatever this is): 250
customs doc stamp: 250
bir stamp: 15
total: 1037

total dvd price was $39. anyway, got a glimpse of my dvds. ganda  ;D  buti na lang at pampabawas sakit sa bulsa
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Nov 16, 2004 at 08:30 AM
got my dvds awhile ago for P530 without receipt  :'(
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: kanzaki08 on Jan 11, 2005 at 05:35 PM
Hi,

Nagorder po ako ng 3 cds and standard shipping yun pinili ko ..
Sa makati PO po ata ang bagsak ng package ko..and mejo natakot naman ako kc nabasa ko dito na makati PO sobrang mahal maningil..

pag audio cd ba mahal ang singil nila?thanks
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: JhunDV on Jan 11, 2005 at 06:02 PM
Hi,

Nagorder po ako ng 3 cds and standard shipping yun pinili ko ..
Sa makati PO po ata ang bagsak ng package ko..and mejo natakot naman ako kc nabasa ko dito na makati PO sobrang mahal maningil..

pag audio cd ba mahal ang singil nila?thanks

For 3 cds, you'll be surely charge tax but it depends on the amount of the CDs.  If less than $50, you'll be charged around 1k pesos.  Just try to make tawad...  :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: kanzaki08 on Jan 11, 2005 at 06:30 PM
thanks JhunDV...
 :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Y_meeh on Jan 11, 2005 at 06:36 PM
got my dvd orders today, pero malas at close na raw yung pagbabayaran at pinababalik pa ko sa tuesday.

eto charge sa akin...

costums duty: 224
vat: 298
idf (whatever this is): 250
customs doc stamp: 250
bir stamp: 15
total: 1037

total dvd price was $39. anyway, got a glimpse of my dvds. ganda  ;D  buti na lang at pampabawas sakit sa bulsa

hi! what post office to? share naman  ;)

Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Jan 12, 2005 at 08:53 AM
hi! what post office to? share naman ;)

these are the charges from the famous MCPO  ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: moks on Jan 12, 2005 at 10:11 AM
would anybody know how much does the makati post office charge for 2 dvd's ordered from amazon and shipped through royal logistics?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: JhunDV on Jan 12, 2005 at 11:22 AM
would anybody know how much does the makati post office charge for 2 dvd's ordered from amazon and shipped through royal logistics?

If shipped through royal logistics, no fees and delivered straight to your address.  :)

Otherwise, expect to pay at least 1k if amount is less than $50.   :(
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Jan 12, 2005 at 11:52 AM
If shipped through royal logistics, no fees and delivered straight to your address.  :)

Otherwise, expect to pay at least 1k if amount is less than $50.   :(

any chance na kunin pa rin sa PO even if delivered through royal logistics?

moks,  got a package delivered in MCPO, although no audio cds, which is less than $50, and I had to pay that 1k fee. nabigyan nga lang ako ng chance na magbayad na lang ng 500, w/o receipt. sila nag-offer nun, nde ako.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: patring on Jan 12, 2005 at 09:19 PM
my ROTK EE was shipped through royale logistics (standard shipping).  had to get it at the QC post office but didn't have to pay a cent.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Y_meeh on Jan 18, 2005 at 03:58 PM
just got two packages today, one is standard mail and for the other i used ems... both no taxes kaya lang 1 day lang difference ng delivery, well first time ko nakatanggap ng standard mail na less than one week kaya i'm happy :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Jan 18, 2005 at 04:05 PM
wow, ambilis ng standard shipping  ::)  which site did you order from?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Feb 01, 2005 at 04:15 PM
to koreandvds customers, di ba wala ng naka-post na price sa box  ::)  sa tingin niyo safe from tax na iyon, at i-deliver na direct to shipping address?

shipped through airmail pala to  :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: hemisphere on Feb 01, 2005 at 04:26 PM
all koreandvds orders shipped via airmail have declared value...

:)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Feb 01, 2005 at 04:40 PM
i see, ems lang pala ang walang declared value. sayang

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Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: allanmandy on Feb 01, 2005 at 06:00 PM
I posted this message at the KoreanDVDs thread, but desperado ako for help so I'm posting it here too:


Ask ko lang po. Yesterday was the first time I ordered from KoreanDVDs (yung Sky Captain HK DVD everyone's drooling about). I had it delivered via standard airmall to Makati (so marahil sa Makati Central PO ang bagsak nun). Kanina ko lang nabasa dito na gargantuan ang charge for DVD's (US $26 lang yung order ko, kasama na yung shipping) sa MCPO (dati kasi books naman ang binibili ko from Amazon, pag below $ 50, storage fee lang ang babayaran). So finally, my question is pwede ko pa bang ipa-change yung shipping address? Since I study/work in UP, doon ko na lang siya ipapadeliver. Makakatakas kaya ako sa customs tax kung doon siya sa PhilPost sa UP ipadala? Please advise. Thanks!
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: hemisphere on Feb 01, 2005 at 06:23 PM
you may email koreandvds for shipping address change.

from experience, makati PO does not charge customs taxes for packages containing only one dvd title. :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: allanmandy on Feb 01, 2005 at 06:29 PM
you may email koreandvds for shipping address change.

from expericne, makati PO does not charge customs taxes for packages containing only one dvd title. :)

From what I read kasi somewhere here, Makati CPO charges 1 thou for orders less than $50.

Hingi lang ako ng tip. Next time I order, cheaper ba (meaning, safe from the sticky hands of customs) if ipapa-EMS ko na lang? And mas makakatipid din ba ako kung sa UP ko na lang ipadala? Thanks ulit!
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: hemisphere on Feb 01, 2005 at 09:56 PM
From what I read kasi somewhere here, Makati CPO charges 1 thou for orders less than $50.

Hingi lang ako ng tip. Next time I order, cheaper ba (meaning, safe from the sticky hands of customs) if ipapa-EMS ko na lang? And mas makakatipid din ba ako kung sa UP ko na lang ipadala? Thanks ulit!

what's the declared value of your order based on your invoice? how many titles?

sorry, no standardized rules when it comes to dealing with customs guys and gals..

 8)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Feb 02, 2005 at 10:23 AM
From what I read kasi somewhere here, Makati CPO charges 1 thou for orders less than $50.

Hingi lang ako ng tip. Next time I order, cheaper ba (meaning, safe from the sticky hands of customs) if ipapa-EMS ko na lang? And mas makakatipid din ba ako kung sa UP ko na lang ipadala? Thanks ulit!

pasabi naman kung natuloy sa MCPO ung dvd mo at walang tax. im also planning a single dvd shipped through airmail kasi, and MCPO ang bagsak.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: allanmandy on Feb 02, 2005 at 11:14 AM
I wrote koreandvd.com and they told me to give them my new address. Now, I'm having it shipped to UP Diliman. Nabasa ko kasi na mas mabait (at mas magaan sa bulsa) pag sa QC ipadeliver. Sana palarin ako.

Declared value ng order ko is about US$27. One title lang, yung Sky Captain HK version.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Feb 02, 2005 at 11:28 AM
I wrote koreandvd.com and they told me to give them my new address. Now, I'm having it shipped to UP Diliman. Nabasa ko kasi na mas mabait (at mas magaan sa bulsa) pag sa QC ipadeliver. Sana palarin ako.

Declared value ng order ko is about US$27. One title lang, yung Sky Captain HK version.

i think declared value will be 19.61, nde ata kasama shipping charge. well, ganun sa akin dati  :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: allanmandy on Feb 02, 2005 at 04:50 PM
i think declared value will be 19.61, nde ata kasama shipping charge. well, ganun sa akin dati  :)

Sa Quezon City ka rin nagpadeliver? If so, how much did you pay the post office?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: aeris30 on Feb 02, 2005 at 05:06 PM
I paid P30 for one dvd I ordered at koreandvds shipped via airmail and picked it up at the Araneta PO.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Feb 03, 2005 at 07:55 AM
Sa Quezon City ka rin nagpadeliver? If so, how much did you pay the post office?

sa Makati PO ako, and haven't tried ordering only 1 dvd yet.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: moks on Feb 03, 2005 at 12:05 PM
how will you know if your package is gonna be shipped by royal logistics or pick-up at post office?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: JhunDV on Feb 03, 2005 at 01:18 PM
how will you know if your package is gonna be shipped by royal logistics or pick-up at post office?

There's no way.  It's all by chance, but usually royal logistics (for Amazon orders only).  :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: allanmandy on Feb 03, 2005 at 01:38 PM
There's no way.  It's all by chance, but usually royal logistics (for Amazon orders only).  :)

I thought Amazon employs DHL's service? DHL was the one that handled my LOTR:ROTK and Kill Bill 1 & 2 order. I got slapped with a P2,000+ bill by the way (aside from the actual value of the said items) with that delivery.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: AICRAG on Feb 03, 2005 at 01:49 PM
just came back from MCPO(makati)....la pa rin shipment ko and the emp told me they no longer have amazon boxes...may local handler na raw non...di na raw dadaan sa kanila...patay! san na kayo yun?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Chet on Feb 03, 2005 at 02:56 PM
just came back from MCPO(makati)....la pa rin shipment ko and the emp told me they no longer have amazon boxes...may local handler na raw non...di na raw dadaan sa kanila...patay! san na kayo yun?

Aren't they referring to Royale Logistics?  If Royale Logistics now has all Amazon packages, pare that's good thing!  O0
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: hemisphere on Feb 03, 2005 at 04:01 PM
only small packages are handled by Royale Logistics. big items still go through international parcel department of PO.

make sure you limit your orders to small items. :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: jeckjeck on Feb 03, 2005 at 07:47 PM
hem, need your advise... I am planning to buy discs from koreandvds but the total price is about $137. Of course thru EMS siya. Any chances of it being taxed? The package will be a bit on the heavy side - about 1300g total...  ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: hemisphere on Feb 03, 2005 at 09:56 PM
nakup.. shall text you na lang bro.. i have found an online store which no longer ships to the Philippines (just this week). weird. i am planning to order from them and ship it to JAC HK, which is a customs tax free destination. tapos i might get it na lang from Leiden and company para sure na makakarating and no tax.

:)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Feb 04, 2005 at 08:16 AM
hem, need your advise... I am planning to buy discs from koreandvds but the total price is about $137. Of course thru EMS siya. Any chances of it being taxed? The package will be a bit on the heavy side - about 1300g total...  ;D

jeck, tried to order one time from koreandvds with a total of $127+ 2790g. i wasn't taxed, but i dont know if i was just lucky  ;D  koreandvds never put the declared value in the box, as stated in the comment section when you're ordering. can anyone confirm?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: hemisphere on Feb 04, 2005 at 03:30 PM
rniverson.. i have noticed nga na.. koreandvds are not placing the amount based on the package received and the checkout notice found in the website. must be a recent policy change.

before, bawal naman tanggalin ang declared value... hope it's a better option for all of us..

 8) 
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Feb 04, 2005 at 03:46 PM
i hope its a better option. in case lang na gusto nilang i-tax, paano kaya computation kung walang declared value  ::)  fixed???  ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: hemisphere on Feb 04, 2005 at 04:05 PM
from experience, they charged me $25.00 per disc. so pag 3 discs, declared value assumption is $75.00. btw,
when shipping orders using EMS (but with no declared value), the online merchant's liability is limited to zero.. so koreandvds is shipping at risk in my opinion.



 
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Chet on Feb 04, 2005 at 04:11 PM
Just got a Registry Notice from MCPO.  My $70 order (hindi pala included ang shipping cost) was charged:

Customs duty P385
VAT P475
IPF P250
Customs Doc Stamp P250
BIR Stamp P15
TOTAL: P1,375
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Feb 04, 2005 at 04:22 PM
Just got a Registry Notice from MCPO.  My $70 order (hindi pala included ang shipping cost) was charged:

Customs duty P385
VAT P475
IPF P250
Customs Doc Stamp P250
BIR Stamp P15
TOTAL: P1,375

i remember fixed na yang mga P250. nde mo na napakiusapan? ::)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Chet on Feb 04, 2005 at 04:24 PM
i remember fixed na yang mga P250. nde mo na napakiusapan? ::)

Haven't paid yet.  Come to think of it, mukhang mas lugi ka talaga if your order is less than $50.00 dahil P1,000 rin ang babayaran mo, di ba? (at least for MCPO)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Feb 04, 2005 at 04:37 PM
Haven't paid yet.  Come to think of it, mukhang mas lugi ka talaga if your order is less than $50.00 dahil P1,000 rin ang babayaran mo, di ba? (at least for MCPO)

yep, my previous order was less than $50 and it was taxed with P1030. after kong sinabi na babalikan ko na lang kasi wala akong pera ngayon, they gave me a cheaper option, P530 w/o receipt. i tried going there monday early morning, pero nde talaga ako nakaligtas  ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Feb 22, 2005 at 01:56 PM
Warning: I just picked up an Amazon package today from QC Post Office (I normally get my packages at the Cubao Post Office). I asked the lady at the counter why my pick-up post office changed, and she said they already centralized QC Area packages from Amazon to arrive there.

Although I didn't have to pay any taxes (for a split $50 order), the lady at the counter did warn me: "Next time po, mata-tax na kayo. May order po kami na kahit $10, ita-tax na namin."

$10? I remember when we were told to keep orders under $100... then $50... now it's $10? What can we order that'll be under $10?

Used B-movies, probably.  ::)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: keating on Feb 22, 2005 at 06:15 PM
Warning: I just picked up an Amazon package today from QC Post Office (I normally get my packages at the Cubao Post Office). I asked the lady at the counter why my pick-up post office changed, and she said they already centralized QC Area packages from Amazon to arrive there.

Although I didn't have to pay any taxes (for a split $50 order), the lady at the counter did warn me: "Next time po, mata-tax na kayo. May order po kami na kahit $10, ita-tax na namin."

$10? I remember when we were told to keep orders under $100... then $50... now it's $10? What can we order that'll be under $10?

Used B-movies, probably.  ::)

If that should be the worst scenario......Mr. Hankey....I think we should go on the streets and have some noise barrage already.....you'll purchase original dvds then you'll be taxed exorbitantly......what we pay for these stuff are our own blood, sweat and tears.....
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: jeckjeck on Feb 22, 2005 at 06:48 PM
If that should be the worst scenario......Mr. Hankey....I think we should go on the streets and have some noise barrage already.....you'll purchase original dvds then you'll be taxed exorbitantly......what we pay for these stuff are our own blood, sweat and tears.....

The best way is to course your US orders through JAC! Hope hindi rin masilip ito...
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: keating on Feb 22, 2005 at 08:44 PM
The best way is to course your US orders through JAC! Hope hindi rin masilip ito...

That's one of the best alternative......jeckjeck.  :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: av_phile1 on Feb 23, 2005 at 12:39 PM
If that should be the worst scenario......Mr. Hankey....I think we should go on the streets and have some noise barrage already.....you'll purchase original dvds then you'll be taxed exorbitantly......what we pay for these stuff are our own blood, sweat and tears.....

Now you know why governments want you to patronize only legit products.  Apart from the lobbying of Hollywood moguls and the pressure of GATT, IMF, etc,  government can tax these items, not the pirated ones.   ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Mar 03, 2005 at 12:27 PM
Funny follow-up:

Right after being warned that Amazon orders were now centralized and will all be taxed by the post office, my next Amazon shipment by standard interntional shipping just arrived...

...at my house, with no customs due. ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Chet on Mar 03, 2005 at 04:08 PM
Makati CPO namimihasa. They've begun charging customs duty and VAT based on the number of pieces and not transactional value even though there's an invoice.  So multi-disc box set is valued at $20 per disc!  >:(   
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: jeckjeck on Mar 03, 2005 at 10:02 PM
and that is if you get your package... over the past 3 months, I lost 4 packages sent via standard air shipping...  :P

@!#$%^*&><! PO! Buti sana kung may basis sila for their computations eh...
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Chet on Mar 03, 2005 at 11:10 PM
and that is if you get your package... over the past 3 months, I lost 4 packages sent via standard air shipping...  :P

@!#$%^*&><! PO! Buti sana kung may basis sila for their computations eh...

Are all of those Amazon orders?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Mar 03, 2005 at 11:59 PM
over the past 3 months, I lost 4 packages sent via standard air shipping...  :P

That seems highly irregular. Mukhang sa post office ka may problema. I've probably had around 100 Amazon/Amazon-UK/Amazon-France shipments since 1998, mostly delivered either to San Juan, Cubao, or QC PO, and I've never lost a single package.

I wonder who to alert for things like this?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: jeckjeck on Mar 04, 2005 at 12:02 AM
Are all of those Amazon orders?

nope.. 2 were Amazon and 2 were Koreandvds...  :P

these were orders made in November and December so I am assuming that someone needed a lot of kickback during the holiday season..
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: jeckjeck on Mar 04, 2005 at 12:03 AM
That seems highly irregular. Mukhang sa post office ka may problema. I've probably had around 100 Amazon/Amazon-UK/Amazon-France shipments since 1998, mostly delivered either to San Juan, Cubao, or QC PO, and I've never lost a single package.

I wonder who to alert for things like this?

Yes sir! Las Pinas PO I believe is No.1 when it comes to complaints about their service...
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: hemisphere on Mar 04, 2005 at 12:34 AM
Yes sir! Las Pinas PO I believe is No.1 when it comes to complaints about their service...

i have lost numerous amazon orders and korean dvds from LP PO. this is a "classic". i received a notification last feb 10, 2005 stating that i have a package in an M-Bag. i assume that these are the gigantic merchandise that i have ordered last december. when i went to the LP PO to claim it. viola! the M-BAG package cant be found. i was asked to return twice but to no avail they told me that the room is in complete mess and finding my package is close to impossible. really now?!? they asked me to return next week and they assured me that everything would be in order and  the package would (resurface),  ready for pick up.

so.. jeckjeck, consider yourself lucky..  you just have to get used to it.. after all, we have no idea where to complain this "Only in The Philippines" phenomena.

check ko next week ulit.. haaayyy.. buhay..

 ;D

 
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: jeckjeck on Mar 04, 2005 at 02:36 AM
thank god for EMS!  ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Chet on Mar 04, 2005 at 01:43 PM
i have lost numerous amazon orders and korean dvds from LP PO. this is a "classic". i received a notification last feb 10, 2005 stating that i have a package in an M-Bag. i assume that these are the gigantic merchandise that i have ordered last december. when i went to the LP PO to claim it. viola! the M-BAG package cant be found. i was asked to return twice but to no avail they told me that the room is in complete mess and finding my package is close to impossible. really now?!? they asked me to return next week and they assured me that everything would be in order and  the package would (resurface),  ready for pick up.

so.. jeckjeck, consider yourself lucky..  you just have to get used to it.. after all, we have no idea where to complain this "Only in The Philippines" phenomena.

check ko next week ulit.. haaayyy.. buhay..

 ;D

 

You can send a written request to them, duly received.  They are required to act on that within a set amount of time.

When all else fails, you can report them to the Postmaster General, Civil Service Commission or the Office of the Ombudsman for gross negligence.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Mouldingo on Mar 04, 2005 at 06:59 PM
Jeckjeck,

    I get my DVDs sa QCPO. Matagal na kumukuha ako doon. So I doubt nawawala diyan sa kanila yung DVDs , baka sa Royal Logistics ang may problema.  The missing discs were single disc orders, baka madali ipuslit ng mga #$%#!
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: aeris30 on Mar 08, 2005 at 10:20 AM
Got my Schindler's List Collector's Gift Set from amazon at QC Central PO at NIA road....I didn't have to pay anything. This was shipped last Feb. 12 via expedited intl. shipping. ETA was Feb. 28 - Mar. 8. I received the postal notice (considered local small package) yesterday. The package has the stamp of Royale Logistics Phils. They mailed it from the Pasay Central PO last Feb 22 via P80 speed post and stamped received by QC PO last Mar. 2. Picked it up this morning around 8am. The lady in counter 37 was nice and just handed me my package. She just reminded me that if the declared value exceeded $50 it would be taxed. Declared value on my package was $36. Even the customs man was in a jolly mood...I was in and out of the PO in less than 5 mins.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: riverfan on Aug 16, 2005 at 07:34 PM
any nice and horrid post office stories to share?  :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: coco_men182 on Aug 21, 2005 at 12:08 PM
I pre-ordered a CD from a US record label's online store, and the package will come with a t-shirt and a small booklet. The total was US $29.90 (incl. shipping). It'll ship on the 13th of September, and may arrive within 2-5 weeks. I was wondering if there was anybody here who knew if bulky packages like this would be delivered directly to my doorstep or if it'd be held up at the post office, and if so, would I be charged for taxes, etc.?

Thanks!
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Aug 21, 2005 at 01:40 PM
I pre-ordered a CD from a US record label's online store, and the package will come with a t-shirt and a small booklet. The total was US $29.90 (incl. shipping). It'll ship on the 13th of September, and may arrive within 2-5 weeks. I was wondering if there was anybody here who knew if bulky packages like this would be delivered directly to my doorstep or if it'd be held up at the post office, and if so, would I be charged for taxes, etc.?

Thanks!

It's only $29.90, so really... it's up to the whimsy of the postal inspector.  ::) You'll most likely have to pick it up at the post office, though.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: coco_men182 on Aug 22, 2005 at 08:40 AM
It's only $29.90, so really... it's up to the whimsy of the postal inspector.  ::) You'll most likely have to pick it up at the post office, though.

Okay thanks!
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: av_phile1 on Aug 22, 2005 at 02:57 PM
I pre-ordered a CD from a US record label's online store, and the package will come with a t-shirt and a small booklet. The total was US $29.90 (incl. shipping). It'll ship on the 13th of September, and may arrive within 2-5 weeks. I was wondering if there was anybody here who knew if bulky packages like this would be delivered directly to my doorstep or if it'd be held up at the post office, and if so, would I be charged for taxes, etc.?

Thanks!

The site should have given you the option to go door-to-door, in which case you would be charged additionally.  I've ordered from amazon in the past opting for courier service (DHL if not mistaken) and the charges vary based on destination.  Quite expensive.  Otheriwse, I think the default is postal, so you'd have to claim the package from the post office nearest you.  You'll get a notice.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: coco_men182 on Aug 22, 2005 at 04:10 PM
The site should have given you the option to go door-to-door, in which case you would be charged additionally.  I've ordered from amazon in the past opting for courier service (DHL if not mistaken) and the charges vary based on destination.  Quite expensive.  Otheriwse, I think the default is postal, so you'd have to claim the package from the post office nearest you.  You'll get a notice.

Thanks! This is the only the second time I've ordered online (my first was with Amazon, and the package was sent staright to my house), so I'm getting a bit jittery, especially upon seeing on this forum that the dues may cost up to a thousand bucks. Thanks again!
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: everythingyouwant on Jan 03, 2006 at 02:49 PM
any latest stories?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: arnoldc on Jan 03, 2006 at 03:06 PM
here's my experience with MCPO...

i've ordered online from cdconnection.com and amazon.com, both shipped via USPS and arrived at MCPO in about 3 weeks. yung unang order ko ay 4 na CD and i was being taxed. sabi ko hindi ko alam na may rule na maximum of 2 cd/DVD lang. so pinatawad ako :D next orders ko, tig-dadalawa lang, P30 lang ang ibinayad ko ;) (P20 nga lang before price increase)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: hemisphere on Jan 03, 2006 at 03:12 PM
that's what you call knowing the rules and working around it.

 8)  ;D  ;)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: oggsmoggs on Jan 19, 2006 at 09:57 PM
Sir, how long does it usually take for an order from Amazon UK to ship here... I shipped using the cheapest international shipping.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Jan 19, 2006 at 10:35 PM
Amazon UK is pretty fast. I always use the cheapest shipping option ("Royal Mail"), and I literally had one order which I placed on a Monday, which arrived AT MY DOORSTEP on Friday, no taxes due!

I'd say on average though... 1-2 weeks. In the last six months, the longest one took 23 days.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: burukheim on Jan 20, 2006 at 07:11 PM
i haven't tried getting dvds but I bought a lot of stuff recently from Canada, US and Singapore - the post office only charge me 30php per shipment - Vigan City branch kasi.  SAYA!
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Jan 26, 2006 at 11:04 AM
Amazon UK is pretty fast. I always use the cheapest shipping option ("Royal Mail"), and I literally had one order which I placed on a Monday, which arrived AT MY DOORSTEP on Friday, no taxes due!

I'd say on average though... 1-2 weeks. In the last six months, the longest one took 23 days.

A friend bought me a dvd from Amazon UK and shipped it to my Makati office address. Do you think it'll be taxed? One dvd lang naman, 1disc pa  ;D  Its been so long since I've tried airmail to Makati, usually kasi sa province para no charges whatsoever   ;)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Jan 26, 2006 at 03:57 PM
Not really sure, man. I've heard horror stories about the Makati PO in the past. I've never had to deal with them yet.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Jan 30, 2006 at 10:33 AM
Not really sure, man. I've heard horror stories about the Makati PO in the past. I've never had to deal with them yet.

i really hope walang tax. bigay lang sa akin eh  ::)  or at least a cheaper tax than my last time  ::)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Jan 31, 2006 at 11:56 AM
off topic, does anyone know the customer service email of yesasia? where i can ask more details of the dvd i'd like to purchase  ::)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: nixenzo on Feb 02, 2006 at 05:06 PM
off topic, does anyone know the customer service email of yesasia? where i can ask more details of the dvd i'd like to purchase  ::)

Do they even have a customer service email? ???
I always use this: http://global.yesasia.com/help/Enquiry.aspx?subject=5
Eh paano kung hindi sa Metro Manila yung address? Malaki rin tax? So far, kasi wala pang na-tatax sa 'kin! ;D Sometimes, sa bahay pa namin di-nedeliver yung package eh (Except those from the States, dunno why.).
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Feb 05, 2006 at 10:28 PM
Do they even have a customer service email? ???
I always use this: http://global.yesasia.com/help/Enquiry.aspx?subject=5
Eh paano kung hindi sa Metro Manila yung address? Malaki rin tax? So far, kasi wala pang na-tatax sa 'kin! ;D Sometimes, sa bahay pa namin di-nedeliver yung package eh (Except those from the States, dunno why.).

thanks, i'll try that link  :)


just got my anaconda from amazon.uk shipped to my office here in makati  :o  maybe cause its just a single-disc dvd in a small package  ::)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Feb 06, 2006 at 08:43 AM
can anyone also share their experience with ortigas center po? i'm about to be relocated in ortigas and baka mas mabait customs dun  ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: musichelle on Feb 07, 2006 at 05:35 PM
pag 3 to 4-dvd boxset kaya bilhin from amazon, ma-tax-an pa? or delivered straight na?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Mr. Hankey on Feb 07, 2006 at 06:02 PM
pag 3 to 4-dvd boxset kaya bilhin from amazon, ma-tax-an pa?

Absolutely.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Feb 07, 2006 at 08:07 PM
pag 3 to 4-dvd boxset kaya bilhin from amazon, ma-tax-an pa? or delivered straight na?

good luck  ;D


Do they even have a customer service email? ???
I always use this: http://global.yesasia.com/help/Enquiry.aspx?subject=5

thanks for the link, it worked  ;)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: bachwitz on Feb 08, 2006 at 04:26 PM
Hi, a bit OT.  just wanna have your opinion. A relative of mine in Tampa, Florida is planning to send a 12lbs package(chocolates and candies) via mail. Is it safe to do this. And how much would be the tax/charge on my side of the PO. I live in makati.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: musichelle on Feb 08, 2006 at 05:55 PM
pag 3 to 4-dvd boxset kaya bilhin from amazon, ma-tax-an pa? or delivered straight na?

sorry po kung mejo magulo, pero i mean isang boxset lang po na mga 3 to 4 dvds ang laman, via standard shipping sa amazon.com.. makati cpo sa ayala ave ang destination, may chances kaya na makalusot through Royale and delivered straight to the office?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Kahon on Feb 09, 2006 at 07:31 AM
can anyone also share their experience with ortigas center po? i'm about to be relocated in ortigas and baka mas mabait customs dun ;D

For Ortigas addresses, you will have to get your packages at the Pasig Post office near the Capitol dun sa may bayan.  Kinda inconvenient.  Pero madalas nakakalusot sa tax.  But this was like in 2004 when i had my last package delivered to my office address in Ortigas.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Kahon on Feb 09, 2006 at 07:33 AM
sorry po kung mejo magulo, pero i mean isang boxset lang po na mga 3 to 4 dvds ang laman, via standard shipping sa amazon.com.. makati cpo sa ayala ave ang destination, may chances kaya na makalusot through Royale and delivered straight to the office?


nothing is certain, dvds are hot items, good luck
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Feb 09, 2006 at 09:17 AM
For Ortigas addresses, you will have to get your packages at the Pasig Post office near the Capitol dun sa may bayan.  Kinda inconvenient.  Pero madalas nakakalusot sa tax.  But this was like in 2004 when i had my last package delivered to my office address in Ortigas.

our building is the UnionBank Plaza and its very near Ortigas Center Post Office. sayang naman  :(
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: everythingyouwant on Feb 26, 2006 at 08:46 PM
i just ordered from amazon.my first one.and used pinoydvd's link of course.

i'm from marikina.any news(or horror stories) on marikina's post office regarding online orders?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Mar 22, 2006 at 12:55 PM
For Ortigas addresses, you will have to get your packages at the Pasig Post office near the Capitol dun sa may bayan.  Kinda inconvenient.  Pero madalas nakakalusot sa tax.  But this was like in 2004 when i had my last package delivered to my office address in Ortigas.

question... is this Pasig Post Office the same with the Ortigas Center Post Office which is near the Ortigas Park and Podium?  ::)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: arnoldc on Mar 22, 2006 at 01:01 PM
sorry po kung mejo magulo, pero i mean isang boxset lang po na mga 3 to 4 dvds ang laman, via standard shipping sa amazon.com.. makati cpo sa ayala ave ang destination, may chances kaya na makalusot through Royale and delivered straight to the office?

Read my post about the MCPO. Yes, you will be taxed.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: psi_rover on Mar 31, 2006 at 03:17 PM
Meron po akong package from amazon.de na di pa dumarating, taga Sangandaan, Kalookan City po ako, any tips po sa Kalookan Post office? Standard International Shipping po kaya 5 weeks na wala pa rin...
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Apr 05, 2006 at 08:50 AM
question... is this Pasig Post Office the same with the Ortigas Center Post Office which is near the Ortigas Park and Podium?  ::)

reposting this question  :D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: psi_rover on Jun 13, 2006 at 03:52 PM
Hello po, kapag po meron akong single DVD order (play-asia) na ang worth ay $ 14.30, ma tataxan pa po ba yun?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: baby on Jun 13, 2006 at 05:14 PM
Hello po, kapag po meron akong single DVD order (play-asia) na ang worth ay $ 14.30, ma tataxan pa po ba yun?
if your lucky wala na at delivered strait sa house nyo kung maliit lang.  If their greedy at kelangan ng painom.  They will tax you.  Self proclaim tax.  or self tax. ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: psi_rover on Jun 13, 2006 at 05:40 PM
thanks, taga kalookan po ako e...
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: dench on Jun 22, 2006 at 09:23 AM
bros,

my address is in ortigas. i ordered 6 cds at djangomusic amounting to $61.00 (free shipping from them). will i have to pick this up at the pasig post office? may tax ba ito?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: psi_rover on Jun 22, 2006 at 12:35 PM
Yup definitely... ako nga 2 lang, may tax po e
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: dench on Jul 10, 2006 at 11:17 AM
does anyone have (good or bad) experience with Pasig Post Office? the one located near the City Hall.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: mYKi on Aug 11, 2006 at 12:26 PM
I have always had a bad experience with the Mandaluyong Post Office. First of all, the customs guy there comes and goes... sometimes, he takes a lunch break and never returns.

And when he is there, he really overprices!

So this week, I ordered a book from Amazon for $32. I said I'll just spend extra and use DHL so I won't be harassed by that customs officer.... so I paid $39 for shipping.

To my surprise, my book arrived today, and DHL was charging me P1,800 for customs handling!!!!!!! It's highway robbery!!! Since they know we can't say no since I've already paid for the book and shipping.

The other week, I ordered an evaluation software from Microsoft.... they wanted me to pay P1,600 for customs handling even if the shipment is valued for $1.  So I just told them to keep the evaluation software.

Hay naku!!! I can't believe this!!!!  I know customs is trying to meet a collection target but this is outrageous.

So my advice.... STAY AWAY FROM ONLINE ORDERING.....
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Munskie on Aug 11, 2006 at 12:41 PM
I guess the horrors from the post office varies.  Here in Angeles City, fortunately, di maselan at matakaw yung mga tga post office and customs.  If i have bulk item for pick-up...i just shell out the standard fee of just P35, no questions asked. .... ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: subtitle on Aug 17, 2006 at 02:01 PM
question... is this Pasig Post Office the same with the Ortigas Center Post Office which is near the Ortigas Park and Podium?  ::)

i didn't see this question answered, might as well answer this. no, the pasig central post office is different from the ortigas post office.

when i was still working at an office in ortigas center, i had to pick up my packages from amazon.com or ebay at the pasig central post office. medyo malayo, pero i didn't have to pay customs charges. in fact, i don't even remember paying the standard fees (20 pesos?). but that was back in 2003.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RNIverson on Aug 17, 2006 at 02:41 PM
i didn't see this question answered, might as well answer this. no, the pasig central post office is different from the ortigas post office.

when i was still working at an office in ortigas center, i had to pick up my packages from amazon.com or ebay at the pasig central post office. medyo malayo, pero i didn't have to pay customs charges. in fact, i don't even remember paying the standard fees (20 pesos?). but that was back in 2003.

thanks for the info sir! although too late na kasi wala na ako sa ortigas  ;D  but still a useful info for the other members  :D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: jojitv on Aug 17, 2006 at 03:56 PM
i didn't see this question answered, might as well answer this. no, the pasig central post office is different from the ortigas post office.

when i was still working at an office in ortigas center, i had to pick up my packages from amazon.com or ebay at the pasig central post office. medyo malayo, pero i didn't have to pay customs charges. in fact, i don't even remember paying the standard fees (20 pesos?). but that was back in 2003.

Ahhh... Sir, san yung Pasig post office? Thanks.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: subtitle on Aug 17, 2006 at 06:16 PM
pasig central post office is near the pasig city hall.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: jojitv on Aug 18, 2006 at 10:02 AM
pasig central post office is near the pasig city hall.

Thanks for the info sir.  :) Now I know where to get packages just in case I decide to have it deliverd here.  ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RadicalDude on Aug 28, 2006 at 03:44 PM
Just for info, way back in 2003-2004 I used to order from Amazon and had it delivered straight to my office in Makati. I stopped doing it since Makati Central Post Office always charged me a hefty amount of not less than 1,000 pesos even if my order consists only of 1 DVD w/ single disc inside (God! I hate them...)

I'm now working here in Ortigas Center, a few blocks away from the Ortigas Center Post Office. I try ordering from Amazon again, this time for V for Vendetta 2-Disc Ed and using my office as my delivery address. Actually, I'm getting myself ready to pay for any customs duty charges, but to my surprise, the package was delivered to me last Friday, straight to my office and without paying anything...  ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: zwan on Sep 07, 2006 at 08:29 PM
Any new online shopping+PO stories?

I finally decided to try shopping online and, for a 'first test,' kept my order to one 2-CD album last Aug 23.  I used my Makati office address as the delivery address.  Then I read the MCPO horror stories here and 'prepared' myself for the possibility of paying hefty taxes or not receiving my order at all. So I was very pleased when I received my CD yesterday (after around 10 business days, not bad, I think)...The merchant specified the cost on the envelope.  The plastic seal wrap on the CD was gone (though I'm not sure if it was taken off for inspection, and where it was taken off, as the envelope was sealed with glue when I got it). 

Was I merely lucky? Was it because it was a single item? My order cost around $23, plus $7 for shipping, though only the $23 was indicated on the envelope by the merchant.

Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: RadicalDude on Sep 07, 2006 at 08:50 PM
That's also one of the reason why I stopped on having my orders delivered to my office in Makati back then. It seemed someone already opened the package also, which do not happens when I had it delivered to my other address.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: ciconneguy on Sep 02, 2010 at 09:56 AM
hello. what does royal airmail small packets mean? and how long does it take for an item (cd/s) to arrive in the philippines? i live in quezon city. may tax po ba kung more than $20 (converted from say, british pounds)?

i ordered 2 cds from uk and they were sent using royal airmail and was shipped last aug. 20. i haven't received the items yet. does it usually take this long? is there a way to know if it's already in the philippines?

will the cds be delivered straight to my home or via qcpo?

(i also ordered from a seller in japan. and he used ems. dumating agad in 3 working days, delivered straight to my qc address. to think mas huli ko syang inorder.)

hope somebody replies. thanks po :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: oReOsHaKe on Sep 02, 2010 at 10:23 AM
hello. what does royal airmail small packets mean? and how long does it take for an item (cd/s) to arrive in the philippines? i live in quezon city. may tax po ba kung more than $20 (converted from say, british pounds)?

i ordered 2 cds from uk and they were sent using royal airmail and was shipped last aug. 20. i haven't received the items yet. does it usually take this long? is there a way to know if it's already in the philippines?

will the cds be delivered straight to my home or via qcpo?

(i also ordered from a seller in japan. and he used ems. dumating agad in 3 working days, delivered straight to my qc address. to think mas huli ko syang inorder.)

hope somebody replies. thanks po :)

Royal mail small packets are small pouches for small items such as 1 to 2 BDs or 1 boxset.  Usually it is delivered straight to your address if not too bulky.  It usually takes 1 - 2 weeks if from UK.  Usually dito sa Davao, wala tax ang RM small packets.  You just pay 40.00 PO fee.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: ciconneguy on Sep 02, 2010 at 12:26 PM
Royal mail small packets are small pouches for small items such as 1 to 2 BDs or 1 boxset.  Usually it is delivered straight to your address if not too bulky.  It usually takes 1 - 2 weeks if from UK.  Usually dito sa Davao, wala tax ang RM small packets.  You just pay 40.00 PO fee.

thanks po sa reply. sana nga dumating na. at sana diretso na rito sa bahay namin. 2 cds lang naman po kasi from uk, roughly 18 pounds kasama na shipping fee (that's around $28).
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: sorbet on Sep 19, 2010 at 08:24 AM
^ It's actually nice to use Royal Mail kasi may delivery confirmation yung packages. If it's really taking a long time, basta may tracking ka from Royal Mail, mahahanap naman ng post office natin. :) Usually though, no door to door delivery, only a PO pickup ng Tues, Thurs or Friday ata.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: marche on Oct 06, 2010 at 12:03 AM
I have 3 packages that have not yet arrived. whats wrong lately the packages at San Juan PO are not arriving.. nor are regular mail for that matter....
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: oReOsHaKe on Oct 06, 2010 at 08:07 AM
^ It's actually nice to use Royal Mail kasi may delivery confirmation yung packages. If it's really taking a long time, basta may tracking ka from Royal Mail, mahahanap naman ng post office natin. :) Usually though, no door to door delivery, only a PO pickup ng Tues, Thurs or Friday ata.

meron actually door to door ang Royal Mail at no extra charge except for the $40.00 storage fee yata.. This is true for small parcels though like those that contain 1 or 2 DVDs or 1 or 2 boxsets..
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: bardigones on Sep 15, 2012 at 04:13 PM
any news on Post Offices?

which PO is the most "friendly" to online shoppers?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: edwn1220 on Mar 28, 2013 at 08:54 AM
Philpost's storage fee now increased to P50 from P40.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: tifosi_pao on Jun 26, 2013 at 04:29 PM
any experiences with EMS pasay(near domestic airport)?

1st time ko pupunta bukas sa EMS pasay...dunno what to expect...although yung item ko is less than php1k lang(badge ng kotse)

yung seller kasi used ems...dati kasi lagi local post office ang bagsak ng items ko...hassle dun pa talaga bumaksak
Title: Re: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Nelson de Leon on Jun 26, 2013 at 05:43 PM
any experiences with EMS pasay(near domestic airport)?

1st time ko pupunta bukas sa EMS pasay...dunno what to expect...although yung item ko is less than php1k lang(badge ng kotse)

yung seller kasi used ems...dati kasi lagi local post office ang bagsak ng items ko...hassle dun pa talaga bumaksak

I'll pray for you na lang. :D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: toys4geeks on Jun 26, 2013 at 05:53 PM
any experiences with EMS pasay(near domestic airport)?

1st time ko pupunta bukas sa EMS pasay...dunno what to expect...although yung item ko is less than php1k lang(badge ng kotse)

yung seller kasi used ems...dati kasi lagi local post office ang bagsak ng items ko...hassle dun pa talaga bumaksak

nakupo, pac man is there. :)

meron ba receipt yung package? if wala, dala ka ng receipt na binayaran mo online. they can charge you no more than 12% kamo :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: tifosi_pao on Jun 26, 2013 at 09:19 PM
nakupo, pac man is there. :)

meron ba receipt yung package? if wala, dala ka ng receipt na binayaran mo online. they can charge you no more than 12% kamo :)
I'll bring my paypal reciept as usual..wag naman sana mainit sa mata ng customs officer yung item ko...

Madami ba tao dyan? Pila? Approx how long yung buong proseso based on previous experience nyo?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: anya618 on Jun 27, 2013 at 05:42 AM
I'll pray for you na lang. :D

LOL, ipray na rin kita. good luck  >:D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: tifosi_pao on Jun 27, 2013 at 09:23 AM
LOL, ipray na rin kita. good luck  >:D
Dang! Mukhang 'exciting' ang trip ko today sa ems pasay, mga 11 ako dadating dun..il keep you guys posted hehe ;)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: anya618 on Jun 27, 2013 at 09:26 AM
Dang! Mukhang 'exciting' ang trip ko today sa ems pasay, mga 11 ako dadating dun..il keep you guys posted hehe ;)

magdala ka na sir ng burger meal  >:D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: leevaugh98 on Jun 27, 2013 at 09:59 AM
naku sir. wag mo ilabas yang resibo mo!  >:D electronics ba yan sir?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: tifosi_pao on Jun 27, 2013 at 12:41 PM
naku sir. wag mo ilabas yang resibo mo!  >:D electronics ba yan sir?
Hindi sir, badge/emblem lang pang kotse..less than 1k lang value

1hr 15mins nako nandito..still waiting for my number to called :P
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: anya618 on Jun 27, 2013 at 12:47 PM
Hindi sir, badge/emblem lang pang kotse..less than 1k lang value

1hr 15mins nako nandito..still waiting for my number to called :P

ganun karami tao sa post office?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: tifosi_pao on Jun 27, 2013 at 01:16 PM
ganun karami tao sa post office?
Yup, natawag na number ko...punta daw ako customs

1pm: sa customs na pila na ako
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Nelson de Leon on Jun 27, 2013 at 02:23 PM
Depende sa emblem. Kung BMW emblem yan, nakow...
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: tifosi_pao on Jun 27, 2013 at 03:24 PM
Natapos din...400+ bayad ko

W/ celeb sighting pa..si eula valdez :D
Title: Re: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Nelson de Leon on Jun 27, 2013 at 05:28 PM
Natapos din...400+ bayad ko

W/ celeb sighting pa..si eula valdez :D

Jus good that everything went well. Pero parang mahal ata ang p400 for a P1,000 item?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: toys4geeks on Jun 27, 2013 at 08:07 PM
Natapos din...400+ bayad ko

W/ celeb sighting pa..si eula valdez :D

mahal nga.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: tifosi_pao on Jun 27, 2013 at 09:02 PM
Nakalimutan ko na ano exact breakdown ng fees tinapon ko yung resibo sa bad trip ko nangkakahintay(almost 5 hrs amp!), mostly handling & stocking fees..tariff wala

Hassle talaga..note to self..next time il double check kung ems gagamitin ng ebay seller :p

Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: JoeyGS on Aug 06, 2013 at 12:14 PM
Just sharing my experience lately with customs:

A replacement item (electronics) sent from HK, 3 pcs., of declared value = USD$6.

Arrived at my office via DHL ....... customs charges = Php 550 roughly $USD12++

Imagine 200% of the declared value ...... haaays :-[ :-[ :-[
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Peeves on Feb 04, 2014 at 09:14 AM
for thos with experience in shipping via local post office.

I had an item shipped to me from HK. based on singpost tracking item already landed in Manila last Jan 31, 2014.

question: how long will it take for them to inform me to pick up the item?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: mikealcantara on Feb 04, 2014 at 04:12 PM
for thos with experience in shipping via local post office.

I had an item shipped to me from HK. based on singpost tracking item already landed in Manila last Jan 31, 2014.

question: how long will it take for them to inform me to pick up the item?
Based on my experience, usually within a week although sometimes umaabot ng 2 weeks before you receive the notice from post office.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: leevaugh98 on Feb 04, 2014 at 04:20 PM
mga sir, if hindi naman ganun kalakihan ung item, why not ordinary postage nalang,
almost lahat ng binili ko na cellphone accs. and electronics bought from tmart.com/obostore.com
free shipping pagdating sa manila/makati post office, P50 lang binabayaran ko.  :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Gino on Feb 04, 2014 at 04:29 PM
Items shipped regular mail from US and China get here 4-7 days. The rest of the time is spent on documenting, handling, and delivery of notice.

If the item is flat enough in a padded envelope you can get lucky and receive it at home in 2 weeks. My record is 1 days. Parcels are available for pickup 3-4 weeks off peak.

Worse I waited was two months. It was due to unreceived notice and they sent a 3rd notice which was what I finally received.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: toys4geeks on Feb 04, 2014 at 05:51 PM
for thos with experience in shipping via local post office.

I had an item shipped to me from HK. based on singpost tracking item already landed in Manila last Jan 31, 2014.

question: how long will it take for them to inform me to pick up the item?

Go the local postal office or get their number, and make a call. normally nandjan na yan documenting and sorting , plus "stocking" sa assessor yan nakaipit
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Peeves on Feb 04, 2014 at 09:22 PM
Thanks! i'll try to call them tom
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: krets pulpol on Sep 29, 2014 at 04:21 PM
Please note that postal charges have increased from 50 Pesos to 100 starting September 15, 2014 as per memo.

Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: tony on Sep 29, 2014 at 04:28 PM
i can live with that....;) thanks for the heads up...
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: krets pulpol on Sep 29, 2014 at 04:32 PM
Sayang pa rin ka tony, usually gradual ang increases pero ito tinodo na agad sa 100.

Kung maya't maya ka magparating ng items kada linggo malaking gastos 'to. Doble agad
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: rochie on Sep 29, 2014 at 05:19 PM
Please note that postal charges have increased from 50 Pesos to 100 starting September 15, 2014 as per memo.



teka kakaincrease lang from 50 pesos to 60 pesos ngayon 100 pesos na? pero oks lang as long na hindi lalagpas ng 2000php ang value ng mga items mas tipid pa din sa post office kahit medyo matagal dumating items kesa EMS/Fedex/DHL. kakilala ko na nga custom inspector sa post office sa amin at alam na nya na laging hanggang 2000 lang laging order ko kaya mabilis na proseso. :)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: docrob on Sep 29, 2014 at 07:17 PM
Yup, 100pesos na nga ang postal charge.  Ordered some TT upgrade parts from Malaysia worth over 12K last September 2 but forgot to ask the seller to devalue the cost to 2K and to declare them as gifts.  It took approximately 22 days for the items to arrive here (September 2014) via registered post.  I was forewarned by my friend that the customs tax might be high because of the value of the items so I was anxious and apprehensive to claim earlier in the day.  Luckily, when the customs officer was about to open and inspect my package (that doesn't sound right) their big boss came at nataranta sila.  The big boss was really intimidating and was looking for someone kaya sinamahan na lang nung customs officer at sinabi sa nagreresibo na ok na yung sakin.  Sabi nung kahera na kilala ko nagmahal na raw to P100 pero sa loob loob ko ayus na ayus sakin yun. So ayun, P100 lang binayaran ko yahoo!  ;D
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: kranoz on Nov 14, 2014 at 10:01 AM
I was browsing the web and I got into this news:

http://customs.gov.ph/news/2014/11/11/phlpost-customs-to-simplify-examination-and-delivery-of-mail-parcels/

I wonder what impact would this have:
the MOA, PHLPost and BOC shall centralize examination and assessment of customs duties for all parcels and mail matters at the Central Mail Exchange Center (CMEC) for those that arrived by air and at the Surface Mail Exchange Department (SMED) for those conveyed by sea. BOC will close down all other customs facilities and operations in other post offices and distribution centers nationwide and designates PHLPost as its authorized collecting agent.

No more customs inspection on philpost offices?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: rochie on Nov 14, 2014 at 10:57 AM
I was browsing the web and I got into this news:

http://customs.gov.ph/news/2014/11/11/phlpost-customs-to-simplify-examination-and-delivery-of-mail-parcels/

I wonder what impact would this have:
the MOA, PHLPost and BOC shall centralize examination and assessment of customs duties for all parcels and mail matters at the Central Mail Exchange Center (CMEC) for those that arrived by air and at the Surface Mail Exchange Department (SMED) for those conveyed by sea. BOC will close down all other customs facilities and operations in other post offices and distribution centers nationwide and designates PHLPost as its authorized collecting agent.

No more customs inspection on philpost offices?

naku philpost na pala mag iinspect, i don't know if its bad or good will still find out, before if my package is <=2000 php(by presenting paypal invoice or proof of payment) i don't pay tax and duties just the mandatory post office storage fee of 60 pesos.
so maybe before you can claim your parcel there's already an invoice from BOC attached to your package on how much you will be paying for tax/duties. ang mahirap nito you cannot contest the fee pag andun na unlike before na I can present a proof of payment to the BOC inspector on how much do i really paid for the items.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Gino on Nov 14, 2014 at 11:32 AM
This is good if it will indeed be faster. I also hope they deliver to your door steps this time.

We must advise merchants to provide a full receipt in the packages. Some HK merchants tend to declare all shipped items as gifts. This will cause delays. I assume any dispute will be discussed at the central office. That will be a hassle indeed.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: devlin_waugh on Apr 06, 2015 at 07:31 PM
PHLPost, BOC ink MOA to simplify examination and delivery of mail parcels

The Philippine Postal Corp. (PHLPost) and the Bureau of Customs (BOC) inked a landmark memorandum of agreement (MOA) that will make the process of clearing and delivery of parcels and other mail matters faster and simpler, benefitting thousands of consumers and Philippine residents who rely on the postal service to send and receive packages from abroad.

The MOA rationalizes and simplifies the joint operations and customs processes between PHLPost and BOC, superseding policies and procedures that have not been updated since 1973.

“This refinement in the processes will be beneficial to the common Filipino, the Filipino worker, and the Filipino family who receive gifts and buy items from abroad. The streamlined method will speed up the system with a centralized design in collecting duties and taxes so that items get released faster. It took painstaking efforts from the present administration of both PHLPost and BOC to synergize and institute significant reforms, but more than the profit, our ultimate goal is to serve the people, especially that the holiday season is coming,” said PHLPost postmaster general and CEO Josie dela Cruz.

Under the MOA, PHLPost and BOC shall centralize examination and assessment of customs duties for all parcels and mail matters at the Central Mail Exchange Center (CMEC) for those that arrived by air and at the surface mail exchange department (SMED) for those conveyed by sea. BOC will close down all other customs facilities and operations in other post offices and distribution centers nationwide and designates PHLPost as its authorized collecting agent.

Both agencies will adopt a system for screening, sorting and inspection of all letters, parcels and express mail items, including procedures for items tagged for further examination. BOC will ensure 24/7 manning of customs examination and assessment operations at both CMEC and SMED. The MOA further states a customs clearance time of 24 hours from arrival at CMEC or SMED for time-sensitive mail like the Express Mail Service, 48 hours for registered mail and small packets, and 72 hours for air parcels, and surface mail except for items tagged for further examination. PHLPost will set up help desks to contact addressees of mail matters for tax dues based on customs’ assessment, before delivery right at the doorstep of the claimant’s house.

All mail and parcels may be subject to customs examination, duties, taxes and other fees. The agreement provides convenience—clear, simple and transparent processes for assessment, appraisal and collection of customs duties and other import charges from letter posts, parcel posts and express mail items.

The improvements to the interoperability and regulations between the two agencies are also expected to attune the handling of mail matters with current market demands and service standard requirements of the Universal Postal Union and the World Customs Organization. It also augurs well for the country’s compliance with Asean integration incorporating borderless trade and economies.



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Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: kiwimig on Apr 07, 2015 at 12:39 AM
any idea on when this moa will take effect? i still have items at the post office/customs since december. haven't received any notice from them and am also not excited at the thought of dealing with these guys.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: edwn1220 on Apr 07, 2015 at 07:23 AM
^ The MOA is already in effect. The Phlpost-BOC news article first appeared last November, as kranoz originally posted on this thread  (see post #236).
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: toys4geeks on Apr 07, 2015 at 08:23 AM
any idea on when this moa will take effect? i still have items at the post office/customs since december. haven't received any notice from them and am also not excited at the thought of dealing with these guys.
+1 hope they have a tracking system or some  linkage with HKPOST EMS  etc.

Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: shalomsiy on Jun 21, 2015 at 05:35 PM
malaki difference ng policy and implementation.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: kiwimig on Jun 21, 2015 at 06:03 PM
malaki difference ng policy and implementation.

are you affiliated with galleon.ph? it seems you've been flooding the related threads with positive posts above galleon.ph.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: xb24 on Nov 11, 2019 at 01:54 PM
How long should I wait for the post office notice? Nasa tracking October 16, 2019 pa dumating item ko sa pinas. Nag-email na ako at tinatawagan ko hotline no. nila parang ayaw sagutin telepono. Pwede ba puntahan nalang sila dun?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: oznola on Nov 11, 2019 at 02:27 PM
forgot how long it took with my orders before from Aliexpress. you can check some comments here:

https://www.pinoydvd.com/index.php/topic,208594.0.html

Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: joepaps on Nov 11, 2019 at 06:18 PM
 Enroute to delivery office

2019-09-13 13:20:07 [PHILIPPINES]

Returned from Customs (CUSTOMS STATUS: Import authorized, no taxes or duties to be paid)

2019-09-10 10:07:43 [PHILIPPINES]

Export clearance success

2019-09-10 10:07:00

Item for Customs examination

2019-09-10 08:33:39 [PHILIPPINES]

Receive at country of destination

2019-09-10 08:26:04 [PHILIPPINES]

Arrive at destination country

2019-09-10 08:26:00

Airline departed from original country

2019-09-03 14:40:00

Dispatch to country of destination

2019-09-03 10:00:00 [China]

Dispatch item to destination country

2019-09-02 13:37:00 [China]

Receive item at origin country gateway

2019-09-01 20:10:00 [China]

Posting of item

2019-09-01 19:46:00 [China]

nakuha ko lang last week monday nov.04  order from Aliexpress. medyo matagal pag free shipping.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: tony on Nov 12, 2019 at 06:41 AM
basta me tracking number hindi ka kakabahan, sa pasig 112 pesos ang fee at me official receipt pa...saan ka pa?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Conan on Nov 12, 2019 at 10:12 AM
The last time that Amazon sent me an item via postal system (before they started shipping direct) it took 6 months for the item to arrive! The seller and myself assumed it was lost and he sent me a replacement item via Johnny Air. Then I got a notice to claim an item from the post office 6 months later! It's amusing to have a spare item but never again will I use the post office for item deliveries!
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Verbl Kint on Nov 12, 2019 at 11:39 AM
I've bought stuff online and received via post.  Y

ou just need to make sure you know where to claim it as PhilPOST will never send it to you directly, you will have to go to their postal office to receive the item.  They will also leave the claim ticket on your mailbox without asking for your signature, so you will need to keep checking and make sure the mailbox won't get waterlogged during the rainy season.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: at_sunset_blvd on Nov 13, 2019 at 06:48 AM
Our postal system here is maybe one of the worst, items arrive in months & you wont even know if its there already unless you pay them a visit & ask if the certain package has arrive.

It happen to me once also steelbooks from AMAZON never arrive & they sent me replacements in a different shipping method but for nearly 8 months the original orders arrive so I also had double copies already, kawawa naman yung seller.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: alvinbaronsia on Nov 13, 2019 at 01:54 PM
In fairness to the post office, they have improved significantly. You can monitor your packages with the international tracking # in their site. Unfortunately, it still takes them a week to sort it and send you the post card, but I haven't lost any packages yet. You really need to get to know your postman so you can have minor items delivered directly to you though.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: thebat on Nov 13, 2019 at 02:20 PM
Share ko lang, I ordered a UK shoes two years ago. Paid door-to-door. Last time I did I paid the fee (taxes) to the delivery man. However, this last time my package landed at Post Office main along Airport rd. Hassle to go ther from QC but I only paid P30.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: karipas on Nov 16, 2019 at 01:06 AM
I have the same experience, I ordered something from Europe, for my elderly parents with complete address. It was supposed to be door to door via DHL, and guess what, after the package arrived in the Philippines/customs there was no more update. Not until I called up after a month after waiting and monitoring, na ang sabi nila the recipient should picked it up from the post office where we did not get any notice. Taxes was calculated in Euro instead of USD when I paid for the item.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: xb24 on Nov 30, 2019 at 02:34 PM
May naka-encounter na po ng ganito?

Event                                                                       Date Time                       Location
Unsuccessful delivery (REASON: Failed delivery)   11/29/2019 2:23:00 PM   PHILIPPINES
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: istan on Nov 30, 2019 at 03:41 PM
Maybe the Philippines moved?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Arulco on Nov 30, 2019 at 03:48 PM
May naka-encounter na po ng ganito?

Event                                                                       Date Time                       Location
Unsuccessful delivery (REASON: Failed delivery)   11/29/2019 2:23:00 PM   PHILIPPINES

Ganyan din yung EMS tracking status sa akin eh wala naman talagang delivery attempt. Baka palusot nila para di masabing late talaga sila.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: t-bone on Nov 30, 2019 at 09:31 PM
May naka-encounter na po ng ganito?

Event                                                                       Date Time                       Location
Unsuccessful delivery (REASON: Failed delivery)   11/29/2019 2:23:00 PM   PHILIPPINES

It means nandito na sa Post office kunin nyo na.

Hindi kami magdedeliver nyan haha.

Pinoy gov't service >:(
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Pipo_1925 on Nov 30, 2019 at 10:46 PM
It means nandito na sa Post office kunin nyo na.

Hindi kami magdedeliver nyan haha.

Pinoy gov't service >:(

Recent experience ko is dineliver sa mismong bahay tapos naningil na lang ng 112php
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: xb24 on Jan 03, 2020 at 09:46 AM
Pag thru DHL po ba pinadala aantayin ko po ba sila magdeliver sa bahay or pwede ko na po i-pickup sa post office?

DHL Tracking
Sun, Dec 29, 2019 2:00 PM -
The shipment has arrived in the destination country / destination.

PHLPost Tracking
Event   Date Time   Location
Receive at country of destination   12/29/2019 7:00:10 AM   PHILIPPINES
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: tony on Jan 03, 2020 at 09:53 AM
5 times i ordered boards from JLPCB, 5 times DHL delivered to my door, merong email at text messages pa......saan ka pa?

kung sa fedex yan siguradong me kotong.....

depende yan sa arrangements mo sa vendor mo, dapat maliwanag..

even with lazada and shoppee, me natatanggap akong text messages at status updates, at karaniwang COD, so i can rest secure in the knowledge that i will not lose anything except perhaps time....
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: xb24 on Apr 07, 2020 at 07:48 PM
Meron po kayang taga receive ng mga packages sa post office? May mga order kasi ako bago pa yung lockdown. Iniisip ko lang kung san na kaya na-stuck yung mga packages..
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Nelson de Leon on Apr 08, 2020 at 06:49 PM
Meron po kayang taga receive ng mga packages sa post office? May mga order kasi ako bago pa yung lockdown. Iniisip ko lang kung san na kaya na-stuck yung mga packages..

Na-track mo na ba?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: paolorenzo on Aug 30, 2021 at 10:24 AM
Yung last PhilPost delivery ko, P212 ang siningil, instead of P112 (P100 increase).  Not sure if nag i-imbento lang itong postman namin, pero siya talaga ang assigned dito.  No updates on PhilPost's website.  May iba bang na "biktima" dito sa new rate kuno?
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: noob on Aug 30, 2021 at 10:41 AM
Yung last PhilPost delivery ko, P212 ang siningil, instead of P112 (P100 increase).  Not sure if nag i-imbento lang itong postman namin, pero siya talaga ang assigned dito.  No updates on PhilPost's website.  May iba bang na "biktima" dito sa new rate kuno?

kung may OR malamang meron increase nga.  pero kung wala, baka sa bulsa tungo 😀
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Blackstar on Aug 30, 2021 at 12:33 PM
I
Yung last PhilPost delivery ko, P212 ang siningil, instead of P112 (P100 increase).  Not sure if nag i-imbento lang itong postman namin, pero siya talaga ang assigned dito.  No updates on PhilPost's website.  May iba bang na "biktima" dito sa new rate kuno?
I don't recall paying for such an amount sir. I got a delivery just a month ago. Malamang nagoyo ka nung postman (unless may increase implemented after I got my delivery).
Incidentally, nai-share nung postman namin na pati daw mga big items sila din pinagde-deliver like car bumbers ba yun and they don't even get extra for delivering such big, heavy items.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: tony on Aug 30, 2021 at 01:18 PM
what the postman delivers is a white notice card, yang card na yan ang ipepresent mo sa PO costums to claim the package and pay the fee....212 is not such a big amount if your item costs in the tens of thousands of pesos..
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: noob on Aug 30, 2021 at 01:39 PM
what the postman delivers is a white notice card, yang card na yan ang ipepresent mo sa PO costums to claim the package and pay the fee....212 is not such a big amount if your item costs in the tens of thousands of pesos..


^ the fees include services, taxes and duties (if taxabale)
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: tony on Aug 30, 2021 at 02:34 PM
^ the fees include services, taxes and duties (if taxabale)

ewan ko lang sa inyo, pero never pa akong nahassle sa post office namin sa Pasig...
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: noob on Aug 30, 2021 at 02:55 PM
Nun araw may kapit bahay kami na tiga post office greenhills, araw araw nagpapainom - dami datung.
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: paolorenzo on Sep 04, 2021 at 05:44 PM
May resibo na si Philpost Pasig. P212 na for home delivered packages. P112 pa rin, if claim card lang.

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Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: noob on Sep 04, 2021 at 05:48 PM
May resibo na si Philpost Pasig. P212 na for home delivered packages. P112 pa rin, if claim card lang.

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Mukhang okay naman 😊
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: tony on Sep 08, 2021 at 08:06 AM
May resibo na si Philpost Pasig. P212 na for home delivered packages. P112 pa rin, if claim card lang.

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matagal na kalakaran yan, pero yung mga latest imports ko from china, ginamit ko yung tracking number para mag follow up sa Pasig Costums....ok naman....

yung sa San Isidro Noeva Ecija yung mga boxes ko galing na Amerika delivered sa house at no charge, walang gastos....
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: pekspert on Sep 08, 2021 at 12:41 PM
bakit na sila nag chacharge ng delivery fee? govt agency sila that gets budget sa Nat'l.

ibang klase talaga
Title: Re: post office charges for online orders
Post by: Arulco on Sep 08, 2021 at 01:01 PM
The postal collection fees may not be much to us but multiply them with hundreds if not thousands of packages per day. Laki rin kita nila diyan.

Nagtataka naman ako dilapidated yung karamihan ng mga postal offices na napupuntahan ko tapos walang kwenta yung tracking system nila at ambagal pa ng shipping.