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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #20 on: August 19, 2018, 04:09:57 PM »
There is no box to declare alcohol at GE or the paper forms. Only goods over $800

There is a Federal duty of $1 per liter above $100 value exemption, but it's rarely collected.

https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/454/kw/alcohol%20allowance


https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/212/~/requirements-for-importing-alcohol-for-personal-use

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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #21 on: August 20, 2018, 12:59:05 AM »
Someone can delete this thread. Worst duty free in the world probably. Expensive store,  and every employee harasses you.

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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #22 on: August 20, 2018, 01:21:41 AM »
Someone can delete this thread. Worst duty free in the world probably. Expensive store,  and every employee harasses you.
Very good deals on Israeli wines though.

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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #23 on: August 20, 2018, 01:36:49 AM »
Pretty good for cigars as well.
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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #24 on: August 20, 2018, 06:03:56 AM »
Thanks. Any cost to sign up?
No. But need to purchase a certain amount before you get gold

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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #25 on: August 21, 2018, 07:42:09 PM »
No. But need to purchase a certain amount before you get gold
Any idea how much?

And is it possible to buy through someone else's account?

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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #26 on: August 21, 2018, 07:49:37 PM »

And is it possible to buy through someone else's account?
Yes, you just scan their card.

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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #27 on: August 21, 2018, 07:53:46 PM »
Yes, you just scan their card.
Thank you.

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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #28 on: August 21, 2018, 09:23:41 PM »
Last time I was there They also had buy 3 get 4th free or buy 5 get 2 fee on many high end Israeli wines awesome deal !

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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #29 on: August 21, 2018, 09:37:42 PM »
There is no box to declare alcohol at GE or the paper forms. Only goods over $800

There is a Federal duty of $1 per liter above $100 value exemption, but it's rarely collected.

https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/454/kw/alcohol%20allowance


https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/212/~/requirements-for-importing-alcohol-for-personal-use
There might also be state and local taxes/duties when it comes to alcohol and tobacco. But if there are no local enforcement people there, I doubt it would be enforced unless commercial quantities are involved.
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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #30 on: August 22, 2018, 10:22:55 AM »
Yes, you just scan their card.
I am gold, and the first question at the gold line is usually, is this your card? So I guess YMMV

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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #31 on: August 22, 2018, 10:23:46 AM »
Any idea how much?

I think you get gold after you hit first 800

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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #32 on: August 22, 2018, 12:28:39 PM »
There might also be state and local taxes/duties when it comes to alcohol and tobacco. But if there are no local enforcement people there, I doubt it would be enforced unless commercial quantities are involved.
CBP website claims Federal agents enforce these state laws, but so long as you declare it when asked I doubt you'll have an issue
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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #33 on: August 22, 2018, 04:26:46 PM »
https://www.dutyfree.co.il/yatir-tel-arad-75%D7%AAml
3 for $120
I fell for that one. Badly stored so over the hill (just look at the vintage year - 2012). A complete waste of $120. I only ever buy young wines there.

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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #34 on: August 25, 2018, 05:38:44 PM »
Anyone able to check how much this is at Hazorfim in the airport?

https://hazorfim.co.il/he/shop-by-category/shabbat-table/knives/bellagio-non-serrated-bread-knife.html

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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #36 on: August 26, 2018, 03:44:50 AM »
Anyone able to check how much this is at Hazorfim in the airport?

https://hazorfim.co.il/he/shop-by-category/shabbat-table/knives/bellagio-non-serrated-bread-knife.html

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LOL. They looked at me like I was an idiot. They don't sell knives in the airport
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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #37 on: August 26, 2018, 09:25:59 AM »
LOL. They looked at me like I was an idiot. They don't sell knives in the airport

Sorry. No one said they can’t check it for you. So no way to escape VAT?
Thanks for trying.
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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #38 on: August 26, 2018, 09:28:32 AM »
Sorry. No one said they can’t check it for you. So no way to escape VAT?
Thanks for trying.
If your a tourist, you can ask in any store to fill out a form and you get back the VAT in the airport.

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Re: TLV Duty Free deals
« Reply #39 on: August 26, 2018, 10:13:28 AM »
If your a tourist, you can ask in any store to fill out a form and you get back the VAT in the airport.
I’m not for another year (still have my student visa). Besides, it’s a hassle.
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