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[Nexus 4 General] saptak1990:
I'm sure they won't put it on delivery guy coz they didn't attach any customs charge bill also. I guess they just assumed sender paid for it since "Bill: Sender" was written on shipment.
[Nexus 4 General] dinz.s.k:
They wont unless and until a FedEx is reading these posts :P :D BTW Saptak dude u deserved it since you created that nice blog of yours :D

I am happy bcoz ur story has a happy ending :D :D was wondering what happened to your shipment

Enjoi!!!!!
[Nexus 4 General] vaibkulk:
MIne is scheduled for delivery tomorrow. My package missed the deliver guy by 15 mins. i have been quoted 891/- as customs. I dont mind if they charge customs but should not charge Octroi...Dont want to spend that 1200 more..
[Nexus 4 General] saptak1990:
Thanks pal! Haha ... I guess FedEx guys indeed went through this n my blog post n thought I deserve better - so they waived my customs duty!! ;) LOL!! :laugh:
[Nexus 4 General] vaibkulk:
How's the phone BTW better than expectations? Any initial usage tips related battery charging cycles rooting n all
[Nexus 4 General] trueblueram:
Please don't use a tool kit. Follow efrants guide from the forum to use fast boot
[Nexus 4 General] saptak1990:
It's simply amazing! I won't mess with it till I get bored of it! Enjoying the stock Android experience. :)

It's very smooth n fast. Display is stunning! Though charging seems to be a bit slow (I do have wifi on although - turning it off will help!).
[Nexus 4 General] mahesh1989:
Shipping

I have a friend living in US and he ordered a nexus 4.

He got the phone in 2 days after he ordered.

I want to know how can he ship the phone to India without paying any custom duty.

:confused:
[Nexus 4 General] ckranjan:
My shipment got delivered to SNS today. Reflected in my account. And shipped today itself. got the tracking no also. i have to send the invoice to them. does any body knows to which email id?

thanks
[Nexus 4 General] ShankyJain:
Tips on saving your customs

That's cuz bumper is not a necessity as per the Indian Law, which for some reason mobile is. So mobiles are charged at lower rate (1% or something like that) and accessories at higher (15% something). Further, custom valuation prescribe that where several different components are imported, the highest rate applicable to any of the part shall be applicable to the entire import.

Pray that custom ppl do not open the package or if they do then that Google has shipped the bumper in the box rather than as an accessory (similar concept that charger & headset are exempt when shipped with box). That can save your customs.

If you get the number of the forwarding agent then authorise them via mail to open the package and put the bumper inside the phone box or strike a deal to ship the same separately.

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Only way is to ask relative / friend to get it for you on return. To my knowledge aggregate of goods valued upto 25k are not taxable when you return to India. Don't even think about evasion; custom evasion is not as simple as to get away with traffic violation. You might end up in deep s*** before you even realise that you broke law.
[Nexus 4 General] ckranjan:
Thank God i didnt order the bumper case.
[Nexus 4 General] yasirimteyaz:
Read lots of good reviews about Genx Bumper, hence ordered it.

Got it today.. I'm highly satisfied with its look and build quality.

Took few snaps from different angels....
[Nexus 4 General] ckranjan:
Looks good

From where did you order it? im also looking for a good bumper case. also are u using any screengaurd? i need to buy. i am also looking at book case for it. any suggestions?

thanks
[Nexus 4 General] ashishv:
My cc was charged 1 hour after recieving purchase confirmation mail from google.Does it mean the product has been shipped?I dont think so.:cool:
[Nexus 4 General] ddz334:
I have some doubts

1. Does both PPObox and borderlinx costs include all duties, so I wont have to pay anything extra on arrival to India?

2. What is the final price in google play for 16 GB, including tax and everything when we buy with PPOBox or Borderlinx?

3. When we declare price of the item should we declare the final price or just 349$?

4. When we buy from play store (my brother at US is buying for me), is it a must that billing address should be in my name ( or can he just by it in his name and ship it to my PPO or borderlinx address)?

please help, longing to get hold of nexus..
[Nexus 4 General] sahilisburman:
I was planing to consolidate a poetic borderline bumper as well as 3-4 sets of screen guards .but now it seems to be very scary to me as I am afraid of high custom charges, whats your recommendation on it shall i go for it or shall i cancel the plan of getting a 10$ bumper with it??

Is there any way to avoid customs on those things?
[Nexus 4 General] chaitanya87:
I have ordered two different nexus. But the weight says 2lb that means 0.9 kg. They have shipped two pieces as one. Don't worry.

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Just ship them as different package. Otherwise Tupi may attract high custom charge up to 3k. Shipping costs will be 1.5k . it's better to save money than trusting on your luck.
[Nexus 4 General] indianets:
Shipped and Forwarded

Mine was ordered on 3rd Feb and I was not expecting it to be shipped anytime soon as it mentioned 2-3 weeks on Google Play. But, it was shipped to HSG ion 5th and they got it on 6th. HSG again has shipped it on 7th Morning with expedited delivery.

Thank God I didn't order a bumper, I added to the cart then removed ( Luck works sometimes, remember DoCoMo Ad :) )

Off-topic: I ordered a few cheap accessories (around 10 of them) at DX, I didn't thought customs will be too much on them, let's see.
[Nexus 4 General] varshil:
Mine says ups delivered it at the dock and received by GEI. Ordered via hsg. Is this correct? And it was delivered ar 10am and now its 5pm. No email from hsg yet. I m now scared
[Nexus 4 General] Maxxxxxxxxxx:
my phone is currently with PPOBox and my question is do i have to make any payments now or when the reach it to me

i got a mail saying "Your Package has been shipped to India"

so i did not pay anything and its shipped???? O.o
[Nexus 4 General] dinz.s.k:
Nexus 4 shipping pattern

Hello..Well I was the one who in my previous posts asked abt the shipping pattern. Well from what I can observe, the shipping pattern followed by Google if ur using CC and have ordered in Feb is that they do the processing and shipping within 3-4 days.So rite now if any1 is purchasing then the chances of his/her getting their mobiles within 4 days-5 days (max) is very high.. So for those ppl who are thinking of buying the N4 now go ahead purchase ur cell using a CC and you will recieve ur cell within 5 days to your US address..

What do you say guys ????

Hit Thanks if this helps
[Nexus 4 General] Dhiraj:
I think u have to pay all charges to delivery boy during receive.
[Nexus 4 General] dinz.s.k:
Nexus 4 cases/covers

Has anyone from Mumbai or elsewhere purchased any covers/cases & Screen protectors from the local sellers or from online sites..Thinking of purchasing Nexus 4 Poetic Atmosphere or Dzitronic Matte Black cover or Ringke Fusion cases..want to show the lovely back of my N4 but want good protection ..What do you guys think?? Which ones are u going for..

Also my uncle and aunt are coming from US carrying 2 N4's would there be any problem if I also purchase the cases/covers there..

Thnks in advance..
[Nexus 4 General] blackhaty:
customs

Chapter 85:

85.1 Full exemption from basic customs duty, additional duty of customs presently available on parts, components and accessories of mobile handsets including cellular phones is being extended to parts, components and sub-parts of parts and components required for manufacture of Memory Cards for mobile phones [S. No 431 of notification No. 12/2012-Customs dated 17.03.2012 refers]

85.2 Full exemption from Special Additional Duty of customs on parts, components and accessories of mobile handsets including cell phones valid up to 31.3.13 is being been extended to parts, sub-parts and components of Memory Cards for mobile handsets including cellular phones. The validity of this exemption is being extended upto 31.3.2013. [S. No 5 of notification No. 21/2012-Customs dated 17.03.2012 refers]

85.3 The exemption from basic customs duty on poly laminated aluminium tape and poly laminated steel tape is being withdrawn. [Notification No. 25/2005-Customs dated 1.03.2005 as amended by notification No. 15/2012-Customs dated 17.03.2012 refers]Chapter 85:

85.1 Full exemption from basic customs duty, additional duty of customs presently available on parts, components and accessories of mobile handsets including cellular phones is being extended to parts, components and sub-parts of parts and components required for manufacture of Memory Cards for mobile phones [S. No 431 of notification No. 12/2012-Customs dated 17.03.2012 refers]

85.2 Full exemption from Special Additional Duty of customs on parts, components and accessories of mobile handsets including cell phones valid up to 31.3.13 is being been extended to parts, sub-parts and components of Memory Cards for mobile handsets including cellular phones. The validity of this exemption is being extended upto 31.3.2013. [S. No 5 of notification No. 21/2012-Customs dated 17.03.2012 refers]

85.3 The exemption from basic customs duty on poly laminated aluminium tape and poly laminated steel tape is being withdrawn. [Notification No. 25/2005-Customs dated 1.03.2005 as amended by notification No. 15/2012-Customs dated 17.03.2012 refers]
[Nexus 4 General] shishirasm:
So, what does this means??? So the duty on accessories will not be charged for us till 31.3.2013??? Please explain...
[Nexus 4 General] ShankyJain:
That would go only for bundled accessories like headset n charger stuff. If bumper is inside the main mobile box then you are less likely to get charged.
[Nexus 4 General] shishirasm:
Oh Ok... But what if its out of the box??? Do they charge both device & bumper with 15-20% duty??? Or 2% for device & 15-20% for Bumper separately??? Does any clause specify about these things???

Please share it here as people who have been charged more can argue with them about those charges...

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Don't worry man, m with u... Mine also delivered to HSG at 10.a.m. on 7th.... I contacted HSG service right now & they sent me the package details in about half an hour... I just now paid them with paypal... I also ordered Nexus4+Bumper... They don't separate them... they just list it as a single package... So i declared the item $368.99...Just let them know u r waiting... They will do it quickly... Let me know if anything different turns out to u...
[Nexus 4 General] wockhart:
Guys it's been 3 days since i ordered my N4 16GB. The order is still pending and sent to google. I've used my friend's cc and his name on card doesn't match my shipping/billing address. people who have ordered on 5/6 feb have already been informed of their shipment..what can i do other than sit and watch?? :crying:
[Nexus 4 General] blackhaty:
not sure

Yes as per above article. I'm not sure whether its true or not.

http://www.cybex.in/india-budget/2012-2013-budget-changes-in-customs-duty.aspx
[Nexus 4 General] krups:
Waiting to be shipped from HSG..

I too didn't understood the exact meaning from this Ch 85. To avoid risk I ordered Nexus 4 phones and other accessories in separate shipments from HSG.

Bwt, here's my order status so far:

1st Feb 3p IST: Ordered 1 Nexus 8G (my friend's - harshshah0589) + 1 Nexus 16G (mine) + 2 bumpers ($ 701.97)

3rd Feb: Google received the order

6th Feb: Google shipped to HSG and charged my USA bank's debit card

8th Feb 7a IST: Mail from HSG for receipt of package from Google

8th Feb 7:30a IST: I paid to HSG for express ($ 33.55) shipping to my home (A'bad, Guj)

HSG showing expected delivery date as 14th Feb (Valentine gift! from Google :D)

Can't wait to have first nexus experience - the beauty of Google!!! ;)

Other than phone, I ordered other accessories from Amazon. I'm waiting for one of the shipment from amazon to deliver at HSG. Then I will make another shipment for just N4 accessories :D. Reading posts here, I preferred to pay extra for separate shipment rather than having risk of mysterious custom duties..

Cheers to the XDA community and helpful people around here! Thanks!
[Nexus 4 General] legolas85:
You will get a separate invoice to ur email ID specifying the amount that includes Shipping + customs in India + Insurance by ppobox. You will get this email when the package is reached Mumbai.
[Nexus 4 General] vaibkulk:
Why don't you recommend the toolkit . It seems a very straight forward method
[Nexus 4 General] alex40:
Contact them via chat mate they will link the shipment to your account while you're online with them on chat. That's what I did wait was killing me.:p
[Nexus 4 General] clark_kent6:
My nexus 4 is now in Portland (comG address ).. Now I had ordered a screen protector from xtremeguard (yet to reach ) and also thinking of buying diztronic tpu from amazon , but after reading at the posts regarding more customs on packages shipped with things other than phone I'm a bit worried.. What is the best way to go forward?
[Nexus 4 General] s_anuj:
By charged do you mean its showing up as a transaction or as a "transaction under settlement". I got a sms as soon as i placed an order but it continued to show as 'under settlement' till about 5 days later when the phone was shipped by google.

As per my understanding, Google will only place your transaction on hold at the time of order. If you have been charged already and the order hasn't been shipped then its a possible system error. Keep a close watch on your cc transactions to ensure it doesn't show up twice.

(If you used a debit card, then the story is quite different)
[Nexus 4 General] funzuloo:
My two Nexii 4 has reached BRUSSELS - BELGIUM, but it says shipment on hold. Does it indicate any problem?
[Nexus 4 General] sb9772:
When your package reached in India , You'll get a mail from their side then you've to pay it via online . After that your package will ship in your address .
[Nexus 4 General] Nikschavan:
dont worry bro!

i ordered on 29th jan and received shipment mail from google on 7th feb. finally it is going to be shipped today to my hsg address.

i hope you dont have to wait as long as me..
[Nexus 4 General] sheik_yerbouti:
Shipped 2 16Gb's and a bumper from HSG. Should be here in about 5 days.
[Nexus 4 General] image4u:
My package was delivered to PPOBox and I got a mail from them on 6th Feb, 11:50 PM that they have received the package with NO instruction for payment, I waited for another mail for payment amount and instructions but didn't get any.

So, yesterday (7th Feb) I calculated the duty through "Cost Calculate" link on their website and made a payment of Rs. 1337.43 at 11:02 AM.

Even till now, I have not received any information about shipping. Should I be worried ? :confused:
[Nexus 4 General] droidnexii:
HSG doesnt send mail....but it will take few hours to relect in your account...

after some time log in and check your current orders..it will show up

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My DHL status is Clearance processing complete at BANGALORE - INDIA for almost 2 days...:(
[Nexus 4 General] sheik_yerbouti:
Ummm... NO. I had 2 orders shipped to HSG and got an email notification for BOTH that they've been added to my account. The packages were delivered by UPS at about 10-11pm IST and their email notification came at about 8-9am the following day. So wait for a minimum of 12 hours.
[Nexus 4 General] ddz334:
Sorry for reposting. Need urgent help please.
[Nexus 4 General] mahesh1989:
Skins

Have anyone of you tried any nexus skins..??

I saw a video on youtube, it looks cool..

and also protects your back glass.

But I dont know where I can get it in mumbai..
[Nexus 4 General] shrix:
Nexus 4 in transit

Hi,

Date	Time	Location Service Area	Details

February 7, 2013	2121	NEW YORK	SHIPMENT IN TRANSIT TO INDIA

February 7, 2013	2020	NEW YORK	SHIPMENT LEFT US HUB TO INDIA

February 7, 2013	1420	NEW YORK	SHIPMENT RECEIVED IN US HUB

My N4 is showing in transit since last 14 hours. Its been shipping by PPOBOX.

I wanted to ask, usually how much time it takes to ship to India And at what date/day should i expect it to be delivered to me.

Please suggest.
[Nexus 4 General] sidharthnahata:
6th Feb order

Hi

I placed and order for nexus on 04th feb using my cc and the amount has been charged the status shows pre ordered any one who has placed an order on or after that any luck ??
[Nexus 4 General] IllUMINATUz:
Now even customs can't be trusted as they keep the devices for themselves.. the only ways are :

1. Wait for it to release here.

2. Use VPN and ask some reliable shipping company to ship it here.

3. Ask a relative to get it here as their personal device and give it to you.

4. Buy it in eBay for outrageously high price.
[Nexus 4 General] Dr. Sheldon Cooper:
I would purchase the 16GB model from India if it would be avilable under 25k.
[Nexus 4 General] NishantM:
It was available for 25.5k on eBay two weeks ago after applying a discount coupon. That's how I pre-ordered for one.
[Nexus 4 General] Vante:
Which shipping company would guarantee receipt of the product and would offer compensation if the product is lost (read stolen by customs)?
[Nexus 4 General] haxor:
It seems nexus 4 also won't launch in India :(
[Nexus 4 General] TheQuarterMile:
You can opt to pay 10-20$ extra for insurance.. If you ship it with these companies like myusa or ppobox
[Nexus 4 General] Vante:
Thank you :)

I ll look into these. Do you any personal experience using their services?
[Nexus 4 General] karty:
Google Play Store limits Nexus 4 purchases to 2 units per customer

Google Play Store limits Nexus 4 purchases to 2-units per customer

http://phandroid.com/2012/11/27/nexus-4-limit-2-units/

I think who pre orderd on ebay will be screwed :P :confused::crying:

and This should slow down eBay scalpers...some sings new stock is coming :)
[Nexus 4 General] shishirasm:
http://www.androidauthority.com/nexus-4-purchases-limites-play-store-134437/

Now we know why cart2india on eabay endend their listings... Hope they ordered e verything on the release date itself & got backordered??? Otherwise they are screwed... In large terms the one who bought from them are screwed (they will get the money back though)...

Edit - Late...
[Nexus 4 General] ed10000:
Don't worry about it getting stolen. Go with a reputable courier service like Fedex or DHL, and they'll always have the option of insuring your package for a very low fee (around $20 I'm guessing) and that will cover you in case it gets stolen. The private courier companies are pretty safe. Much more so than standard mail.

Edit:

Oops. Sorry for that, someone already posted this. I missed reading a page or two before replying. :)
[Nexus 4 General] Vante:
Thats good to know! I really wanted to hear that. Have u shipped from the US problem free before?
[Nexus 4 General] ed10000:
Yes, a tablet was sent to me through FedEx. Faced no problem. :)
[Nexus 4 General] Vante:
Thanks!
[Nexus 4 General] asdf2020:
which one is more reliable among borderlinks and ppobox and hopshopgo?
[Nexus 4 General] Dhwanik:
Nexus 4 will be back in stock at 12:00 noon PST :highfive::good:

http://www.engadget.com/2012/11/27/psa-nexus-4-available-on-google-play-at-3pm-et/
[Nexus 4 General] abhi2889:
Yes.. Just got the mail now. :D
[Nexus 4 General] Vante:
Aww Nice! Any idea about the shipping time? (to an address in the US)
[Nexus 4 General] crackednut:
Going on sale at 1:30 AM IST tonight. Get your popcorn and seats ready folks, there's going to be a lot of bloodshed ahead.
[Nexus 4 General] qsaifoddin:
i have same question who is better
[Nexus 4 General] Dhwanik:
unfortunately i wont be able to buy it :crying::(
[Nexus 4 General] sheik_yerbouti:
1. Duties are calculated only when the package arrives in India. From what I've read here, PPOBOX informs you about the customs paid before delivering it to you.

2. #349+$13.99(shipping)+tax(depends on city of delivery)

3. Just $349.

4. Don't think the name will matter much, but it's best to use the same name as the Google account you're ordering from.
[Nexus 4 General] sb9772:
1 : No, 'PPOBOX' - You've to pay duties,taxes, insurance when your package reached in India . After making the payment they'll dispatch your order.

2:Nexus 4 (16GB) [GooglePlay] - $349.00 + Shipping & Handling (Two Day) : $13.99 + Tax (NY) :	$33.99 = 396

PPOBOX - Duties are calculated only when the package arrives in India.

3 : Only 349$

4 : Your brother can put his name . No Issue .
[Nexus 4 General] Prady777:
My Shipment reads exactly the same, let me know once you get to know more about it.
[Nexus 4 General] X0LARIUM:
Update time:

It reached BorderLinx and I released the shipment through Credit Card payment. Yay! I picked Express Delivery... :D

Let's pray things go fine.. :)

Sent from my DROID RaZr on JB.
[Nexus 4 General] image4u:
Sorry for reposting but someone please answer, its been 2 days and I have no information from PPObox. I am getting tensed. :(
[Nexus 4 General] yasirimteyaz:
Ordered it from here http://in.mobilefun.com/37910-genx-hybrid-bumper-case-for-google-nexus-4.htm

It was shipped from UK and took 5 working days to reach me.
[Nexus 4 General] droidnexii:
I din get any mail....jus checkup on ma acc next day..it showed up...

Entire proccess was pretty smooth...its jus the bangalore customs thats taking time...
[Nexus 4 General] gkrishn:
what's up with bangalore customs? how much time does it take?

My package reached bangalore yesterday night. And pretty "Clearance processing complete at BANGALORE - INDIA" is status from then on.

No more updates.
[Nexus 4 General] image4u:
No stock, It is sold out now.
[Nexus 4 General] dinz.s.k:
Hey sid.I too had placed the order on 4th Feb @9.20 AM US time.Got the package yesterday on 7th feb..Ordered was booked from my frnds US CC. Did u use an Indian CC??

I think your order would be shipped by today :fingers-crossed:

Hit Thanks if i helped u.
[Nexus 4 General] legolas85:
When your package is received in PPOBOX mumbai office they will send the invoice for payment.

Use 'Track your Package' option in PPOBOX. ID for tracking is your PPOBOX# - UNIQUE PACKAGE CODE.

It should be saying 'SHIPMENT IN TRANSIT TO INDIA' now.
[Nexus 4 General] sheik_yerbouti:
Just because you didn't get that email, doesn't mean HSG doesn't send the email. Your email provider must be blocking their mails, or moving it to Spam. HSG DOES send emails for that.
[Nexus 4 General] cordlessbrain:
Rite
[Nexus 4 General] image4u:
Thanks. It indeed shows "February 7, 2013	2121	NEW YORK	SHIPMENT IN TRANSIT TO INDIA" :)

Any idea, what happens to the amount (Rs.1,337.43) that I paid on their website yesterday ?
[Nexus 4 General] vaibkulk:
Finally nexus 4 arrived.

I was waiting for nexus till now and now nexus has to wait for me coz I am at work.

Total cost 22100 approx for 16gb

Google :- 19615/-

HSG shipping insurance etc :- 1506

Customs :- 893

Hahaha no octroi even being in Mumbai.
[Nexus 4 General] Di@blo:
Nice. So was the box opened or not?
[Nexus 4 General] ckranjan:
i ordered on 4th. Mine is on its way from US. It was delivered to SNS yesterday and SNS shipped it yesterday itself.
[Nexus 4 General] younussm:
Do update with the shipping and customs cost through s&s
[Nexus 4 General] vaibkulk:
Sorry forgot to mention that. It was received by my dad and he said the seal was open
[Nexus 4 General] legolas85:
You paid without them sending you an invoice??? for me also when i used the calculator on PPOBOX showed around 1300 bucks. But actual amout in my invoice was 1400 bucks ... some difference will b there since tat calculator doesnt take in where in india it is to be shipped....

Contact support@ppobox.com or there india helpline and ask what needs to be done.
[Nexus 4 General] hiteshrockzz:
I just got my phone-- OMG SUCH A BEAUTYYYYYY :laugh::D:D:D:D