Does one have to pay custom duties while bringing in a 'Fender Stratocaster American Standard' guitar from USA to India for himself?
If I'm to buy a fender stratocaster guitar (price: $1,000) from USA and bring it to India box unopened (or opened- not a big deal), will I be asked to pay custom duties? If yes, how much?
The box weighs around 4- 8kgs I think. And can I hope to see my guitar in one piece when I get to India (meaning, will they let me have the guitar with me in the plane or if not, how safe will my guitar be in the luggage compartment)?
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I have carried my 2 strats by unscrewing the neck from bodies and took in my suitcase 2 times. Wrapped it with bubble wrap and padded with cotton garments.
I would do this again anytime i have to carry my strats. I had sold off the cases as you can buy them india again
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