Import Charges
We pre-pay import duties and taxes on all orders. Wherever you are in the world, ordering Akito Scissors is simple, transparent, and designed to avoid surprise customs fees.
We ship directly from the UK and prepay all import duties and taxes, so there are no unexpected charges when your parcel arrives - and no extra paperwork at the border. Your delivery is also fully tracked and insured from dispatch to delivery, giving you complete peace of mind.
Our goal is simple: international delivery that’s smooth, clear, and free from surprises.
Import Duties, Taxes & Customs - FAQs.
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Do I have to pay customs fees when my order arrives?
No - we prepay import duties and taxes on all orders, so there are no surprise customs fees on delivery.
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What does “prepaid import duties and taxes” actually mean?
It means we cover the import charges upfront, so you don’t have to pay extra fees, complete customs paperwork, or deal with avoidable hold-ups at the border.
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Does this apply worldwide?
Yes - we ship worldwide from the UK, and all orders include prepaid import duties and taxes wherever you are.
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Does this cover scissors and accessories?
Yes - prepaid import duties and taxes apply to every order, including scissors and accessories.
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Will I ever be asked to pay customs charges at the door?
No - import duties and taxes are prepaid on every order.
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Will customs delay my delivery?
Prepaying import duties helps reduce unexpected border delays, but delivery times can still vary depending on local processing.
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Do I need to complete any customs paperwork?
No - we prepay import duties and taxes to keep the process smooth and hands-off.
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Where do you ship from?
We ship directly from the UK.
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Is my delivery tracked?
Yes - your delivery is fully tracked from dispatch to delivery.
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Is my delivery insured?
Yes - your delivery is fully insured for peace of mind.
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Will the total cost be clear at checkout?
Yes - our aim is clear costs and no surprises, with import duties and taxes prepaid.
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What’s the simplest summary?
All orders ship from the UK with prepaid import duties and taxes - no hidden fees at delivery.