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Equipment list with Boat Tip

Lengua - 7-21-2023 at 08:31 PM

I recall getting our TIP for our trailerable boat 10 years ago.At that time we also filled out an equipment list that accompanied the TIP application.IE , Rods ,reels , vacuum sealer ,all electronics on the boat ,gaffs and other equipment

We sold that boat and surrendered the TIP. We’re making application for a new TIP for our new boat and are wondering if anyone else has applied for a boat TIP recently and is the equipment list still applicable.

Thanks ,
Mike

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chatolj - 7-22-2023 at 05:54 AM

I got a new TIP last July and yes an equipment list is available. When I asked for it, she said it wasn't necessary. I insisted and she begrudgingly inputted the info into computer. My previous TIP's, I filled it out but now they have to do the imputing. That was at the Otay crossing.

gnukid - 7-22-2023 at 10:04 AM

Equipment list is to reduce import taxes for replacement of previously imported items.

For example, you fly to USA and return with a replacement part, and avoid taxes on previously imported TIP related boat/RV parts like starter, alternator, radio etc. It's quite helpful in the moment when you need it.


[Edited on 7-22-2023 by gnukid]

JZ - 7-22-2023 at 11:13 AM

Quote: Originally posted by gnukid  
Equipment list is to reduce import taxes for replacement of previously imported items.

For example, you fly to USA and return with a replacement part, and avoid taxes on previously imported TIP related boat/RV parts like starter, alternator, radio etc. It's quite helpful in the moment when you need it.


[Edited on 7-22-2023 by gnukid]


Hmmm. I had a TIP on my boat that I kept in Sonora for 10 years.

Flying in they would charge me taxes on engine parts if they spotted them. It never crossed my mind to tell them I had a TIP. Not sure they would have accepted it and waived the duty. They weren't very knowledgeable.

Going to get a TIP soon for the latest boat and will use this advice.