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> **Original source:** https://www.ebay.com/help/buying/shipping-delivery/buying-authenticity-guarantee-items-japan?id=5453

When purchasing watches, jewelry, handbags, and accessories from Japan through the Authenticity Guarantee program, buyers will experience two separate checkout options when it comes to taxes, customs, and fees.

If the item is $2499.99 or less you will have the option to pay item price, shipping, and any applicable taxes/customs charges when checking out on eBay or the option to defer payment of import charges and duties until delivery. If you choose to defer payment of import charges and duties, you won’t pay duties and tax during checkout on eBay. However, you may have to pay the carrier or customs directly for duties and tax prior to delivery.

For items $2500 or more you will pay for the item price, shipping, and any applicable taxes/customs charges when checking out on eBay.

**Tip**  
For additional security all items will require signature upon delivery.

**How can I tell if an item from Japan is eligible for Authenticity Guarantee?**

-   All items eligible for the program will display the Authenticity Guarantee blue checkmark in the listing and the search results
-   You'll find more information on eligibility in our article on [buying with Authenticity Guarantee](https://www.ebay.com/help/buying/buying-authenticity-guarantee/buying-authenticity-guarantee?id=5470)

**Who is responsible for paying customs, duties and taxes?**

-   Buyers are responsible for paying customs, duties and taxes as required
-   You are required to pay any applicable taxes/customs charges when checking out on eBay

**What happens if I don't pay my customs fees?** 

-   As a buyer, it’s your responsibility to check which customs and import charges may apply, and to pay them
-   If you have any questions concerning the payment of your customs fees, you can contact the shipping company through the email you received

Top Takeaway

### You can shop with confidence for Authenticity Guarantee watches, jewelry, handbags, and accessories from Japan. Your check-out experience will differ based on the specific item's cost.