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VegemiteKid on 06/07/2018 - 10:31 myus.com (4842 clicks)
Last edited 07/08/2018 - 19:26 by 2 other users

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Shop at over 100,000 U.S retailers and get fast, reliable, affordable international shipping with MyUS.

Enjoy great benefits when you sign up with Mastercard®, including a MyUs address to use at checkout with your favourite online stores, free Premium Membership for 2 years (US$120 value), free account setup (US$20 value), 30% off shipping for first month following registration, and 20% off shipping for remainder of 2 year membership.

Includes;
Extra 20% off standard shipping rates
Free parcel bundling and repacking
Free 30 day parcel storage
Flexible shipping options

Also states Amazon US purchases can be made & shipped via this information

AU shipping calculator here

Mod: Myus has supplied the OP with a direct link for OzBargainers to signup to the 2 year premium membership directly, without a MasterCard required.

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20% discount for the referred member, $15 credit for the referrer.

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  • EightImmortals on 06/07/2018 - 10:42
    +1

    Cheers. Does it work if you already have a MY U.S. account?

    • Janko on 06/07/2018 - 11:07

      It does say 'sign-up' but hoping so as well, as I stopped my premium subscription when they started collecting the 10% GST.

      • Ultraman on 06/07/2018 - 12:00
        +4

        So they are collecting GST too. Was hoping they didn't lol

        • Stoppedcountingat30 on 06/07/2018 - 12:09
          +2

          Seems so… Wonder if they also issue a valid tax invoice in case people want to claim GST back though business or TRS?
          Don't you need an ABN for issuing tax invoices etc?

        • ibuy on 07/07/2018 - 11:26
          +1

          @perth_bargainator: the answer to that question is no. They are not required to issue a valid tax invoice. As they are not an Australian based business they only have to collect the GST.

          Note that rhe GST will also apply to shipping, membership and any other service fees.

          The need to charge GST on all services was placed in the legislation. It is out of myus’s control as the law was made so reshippers will be the taxing point if something is sent to them and not the original seller.

          The whole GST collection process is not making an level playing field. It is tipping things unevenly and unfairly in favor of Australian businessess who often don’t carry what I want, have dud stock or are still more expensive even after the GST is charged on the item and shipping. That was not supposed to be the intention. I will still buy from overseas, just have to be more mindful of the total cost.

  • urbancartel on 06/07/2018 - 10:45
    +2

    Is there pricing pretty competitive? I see they only charge by dead weight not dimensional (cubic) which could be good… Especially seeing amazon use huge boxes with hardly anything in it sometimes…

    • VegemiteKid on 06/07/2018 - 10:49
      +1

      See edit for link to shipping calculator.

    • Charleston on 06/07/2018 - 11:38
      +6

      They'll unbox and repack everything for you into smaller boxes too, or they'll combine multiple items and repack into one box.

      I've found these services pretty good if you're buying multiple items, but not very efficient for single things. I'd recommend if you're doing to buy a bit, get them to store it then consolidate it into a single package.

      • Ulysses31 on 07/07/2018 - 14:15

        Interesting!
        I’ve been trying to get my ultimate car wheels from one place & tires from another. Neither will mount them for me. Horrendous waste of space & therefore money.

        I’ll see if this will work out.

  • [Deactivated] on 06/07/2018 - 10:47
    +21

    This promo has been there forever.
    MyUS rate itself is not bad but they do have hidden charges and they won't tell you upfront.
    If your package has any lithium battery in it, extra USD 2 for a sticker and some USD 10~15 for any chemical including cosmetics.

  • FeZZa21 on 06/07/2018 - 11:12
    +1

    I signed up few months ago on their 30% off for 2 years using Amex offer. would prefer MC because no fx fees on my card but it's only 20% for 2 years. if they now charge GST, they can get stuffed.

    • chemax on 06/07/2018 - 11:15
      +3

      Why would they charge GST? Serious question. They aren't the retailer of the original item.

      • FeZZa21 on 06/07/2018 - 11:16
        +19

        Who say's they'll even pass on the GST back to the aussie government? sounds like they're charging it to make extra 10% profit.

      • urbancartel on 06/07/2018 - 11:23

        Shopmate is doing the same thing https://shopmate.auspost.com.au/our-rates/customs-duties-and…

        • Ultraman on 06/07/2018 - 11:50
          +4

          I got an email from Shipito (another freight forwarder) saying they are going to charge GST. I haven't used them for a while but now never again. Lol

        • syousef on 06/07/2018 - 22:07
          +2

          Australia Post as a freight forwarder?!?1? WHY!?!?! I already have to deal with their incompetent mess for parcels I receive. Why would I inflict that on myself?!?! Might as well staple my private parts to a bench!

        • Ulysses31 on 07/07/2018 - 14:13
          +2

          @syousef: Be sure to upload.

      • Suckerzpayretail on 06/07/2018 - 11:28

        They shouldn't. It's a freight service not a vendor.

        • Poppin on 06/07/2018 - 11:33
          +9

          The collection of duties is one of the functions of most freight forwarders.

        • FeZZa21 on 06/07/2018 - 11:42

          @Poppin:

          then how come before 1st July if you purchased something more than $1000, the forwarder didn't charge GST? but rather customs when it arrived in Australia?

        • Poppin on 06/07/2018 - 11:56

          @FeZZa21: Previously it probably wasn't worthwhile for them to do the paper work for individuals. That's why customs charges a service fee when the duties had to be collected by them. I suspect there are new systems in place making easier for individual transactions to be processed. Probably a whitelist of sellers and forwarders and GST collected in bulk.

        • FeZZa21 on 06/07/2018 - 12:09
          +11

          @Poppin:

          if that's the case for all forwarders, then I'll get my bro or sis in US to send me the goods then.

          the libs and their GST can get stuffed.

        • justtoreply on 06/07/2018 - 13:11

          @FeZZa21:

          Will they send to me too? :p

      • Amaris on 06/07/2018 - 12:36
        +5

        The law applies to retailers platforms like eBay and to freight forwarders.

        https://www.ato.gov.au/General/New-legislation/In-detail/Ind…

        • blehgg on 06/07/2018 - 13:28
          +2

          so if i buy through Ebay then for some reason get it forwarded to a freight forwarder - i'll get stung twice?

        • urbancartel on 06/07/2018 - 13:32
          +5

          @blehgg:

          Just use eBay USA as they won't charge GST if your shipping address is the US

        • Turd on 06/07/2018 - 14:22

          @urbancartel: will sales tax be charged unless going to or?

        • urbancartel on 06/07/2018 - 14:50

          @Turd:

          Yeah good question - MyUs website says you don't get charged sales tax, will be interesting to see if you do or not

        • mattythecapybara on 06/07/2018 - 20:50

          @blehgg: My guess would be the forwarder will know based on the shop or perhaps the invoice.

        • Ulysses31 on 07/07/2018 - 14:17

          @Turd: I’ve asked this on several US car forums. And the answer varies a lot. They do all sorts of games to avoid it.

    • Ulysses31 on 07/07/2018 - 14:19
      +1

      Citibank Debit?

      They swapped from Visa to MC recently. This could be amazing!

  • jerrysfang on 06/07/2018 - 11:16

    Can they ship pharmaceutical products?

    • WhyAmICommenting on 06/07/2018 - 12:03
      +1

      Probably but see pilmarions comment above

  • Monty1089 on 06/07/2018 - 11:22
    +1

    Good deal. The old deal is still active as well. I never got around to using them but still good to have them as an option in case you ever need to buy something from USA. They also have very good rates .. the cheapest i found when comparing a bunch of freight forwarding companies.

    • FeZZa21 on 06/07/2018 - 11:25

      yes their shipping rates are quite good because they use the actual weight and not volumetric like others.

      • GregMonarch on 07/07/2018 - 05:17

        Cost to ship 1x DVD (150g or less): $19.99 USD. A bargain at half - um a quarter - the price.

  • cloudie9 on 06/07/2018 - 11:28

    I signed up and when I go to my account, it says there will be reoccurring payment of $8.00?!

    • Petto on 06/07/2018 - 11:51
      +1

      Yep, same here, but below is also stated:

      Discounts applied to your membership:
      Complimentary Premium Membership for two years.
      30% shipping dicount for your first month.
      20% off shipping for the remainder of your two year membership

      So better not to forget cancel the membership before 2 year bonus expiry…

  • Xizor on 06/07/2018 - 11:44

    Thanks OP, this may come in handy!!

  • ezym0ney6 on 06/07/2018 - 12:13
    +2

    what happens after two years? They will start charging normal rates on your credit card stored on file?

    • Cheezbrgr on 08/07/2018 - 21:53
      +1

      Looks like it.

      Just signed up and changed my membership plan straight away. Expected it would keep the Premium membership until the expiry in 2 years as most subs do, but it's changed straight away and I can't change back to Premium without paying.

      May be a sneaky way to charge people who forget they've signed up and keep the same card over the course of 2 years.

  • ezym0ney6 on 06/07/2018 - 12:16
    +2

    Quotes from MyUS about the new GST rule

    DUTY & TAX INFORMATION

    TAX: As of 1 July 2018, Australian goods and services tax (GST) will apply to shipments that have a total value of 1,000 AUD or less being imported into Australia. Most goods and services you purchase locally in Australia automatically include GST in the price, but now companies importing goods and services from around the world are required to collect the tax directly from Australian shoppers. GST is calculated based on the value of the items you ship from a merchant, plus MyUS service and shipping charges. GST has always been collected by Australian customs on goods and services from the USA that are valued over 1,000 AUD, but as of 1 July 2018, if the total value is under 1,000 AUD, you are now required to pay GST as well and we will be collecting that tax. GST is valued and charged per merchant. That means if you ship a consolidated package with MyUS that has a $200 item from Merchant A, and $1,200 item from Merchant B, you will still be charged GST for Merchant A. Learn more about GST here.

    DUTIES: If you're shipping a package to AUS with a total declared value LESS than the below listed "de minimis value" amount, then duties will not apply. However, please be aware that certain items may be subject to other types of fees or taxes according to Australian law.

    De minimis Value for Duty: 1,000 AUD*
    De minimis Value for Tax: 1,000 AUD*
    *excluding alcohol and tobacco where duty/tax apply

    If GST is due, it will be noted on your MyUS ship request. Other applicable Australian duties and taxes will not be included in your MyUS shipping costs. You may be responsible for paying additional duty and taxes upon delivery of your package in Australia.

    • r0xz on 06/07/2018 - 12:19

      tl;dr - will you get taxed under A$1000?

      • fenerli on 06/07/2018 - 12:39
        +3

        yes

        AU$1000 or under, MyUS collects payment
        Over AU$1000, Aus customs collects payment

    • Blue Cat on 06/07/2018 - 12:20
      +5

      Is there any seller left that has not succumbed to GST?

      • R4 on 06/07/2018 - 12:29
        +6

        B&H Photo as far as I can tell

        Gearbest and Banggood?

      • ilikeit on 08/07/2018 - 23:27

        Anyone know if Taobao is collecting GST?

  • this is us on 06/07/2018 - 12:18

    I got an email from MyUS days ago:

    https://www.myus.com/blog/australian-amazon-ban-myus-shippin…

    I currently have the AMEX discount plan.

    I used MyUS once and it was pretty good.

    Beware that if you remove the discount-associated credit card they will send you the monthly invoices (and charge if you add a different method).

    UPDATE:
    Australian Members: You CAN still shop Amazon.com USA after the 1 July GST tax update! Simply shop Amazon.com and checkout using your MyUS address. Learn more. For all stores, a 10% GST will be applied to shipments valued under 1000 AUD at time of ship request.

  • mrfarenheit on 06/07/2018 - 12:27

    Has anyone used these guys before? I previously used Shipito (very happy with their service) & now signed up to UsGoBuy - both give you the option for an OR (Oregon) address, meaning sales tax is 0%.

    The address MyUS assigned me was for "Sarasota, FL 34249" meaning it's a 6% sales tax added, plus extra cost of shipping from East coast to the West coast (which is usually where all stuff to Australia is delivered from).

    • idonteven on 06/07/2018 - 12:38
      +2

      My wife uses myus. She's very happy with them, service is good, packages are well packed, we've had probably 5 big boxes (approx 60x60cm) with nothing broken. Shipping time is very fast because they use FedEx.

      • mrfarenheit on 06/07/2018 - 12:44

        Did she get a FL Florida address? I'd hate the thought of paying 6% FL State Sales Tax, then be slugged with 10% GST on top of that. :/

        • idonteven on 06/07/2018 - 12:52

          Yeah FL address.

        • Ulysses31 on 07/07/2018 - 14:22

          6% is peanuts. Look at other states.

        • ilikeit on 08/07/2018 - 23:29
          +1

          @YogaPants: Yeah, but Oregon is 0%.

    • Amaris on 06/07/2018 - 12:40
      +1

      When I added a product on amazon US there was no sales tax. The myUS website also says there's no sales tax when shipping to its addresses

    • this is us on 06/07/2018 - 15:22
      +4

      It is a free tax postal code:
      http://docdro.id/Wg98NhR

  • blehgg on 06/07/2018 - 12:27
    +1

    www.myus.com/welcome/mastercardpremium/ <—

    Promotion is open to all Mastercard cardholders who register with MyUS for the first time. Registration must be completed through the promotion URL: www.myus.com/welcome/mastercardpremium/ to obtain these offer benefits. Shipping discounts apply for 2 years from date of registration when paying with a valid Mastercard and are applicable when shipping DHL, FedEx or UPS only. Discounts are only valid on MyUS.com services and not on merchandise purchased. This offer is not transferable and cannot be combined with other discounts or promotional codes. Void if copied, altered, transferred, purchased, or sold. Redemption and registration is subject to review and verification. Void where prohibited.

  • parallelparadox on 06/07/2018 - 12:33

    So what happens after the two years? Can you cancel?

    • kale on 06/07/2018 - 14:45
      +1

      "Cancel within the trial period and you will not be billed. After 30 days, your membership will automatically continue at $7 per month for as long as you remain a member. No contracts or cancellation fees."

      • parallelparadox on 06/07/2018 - 15:07

        Great. Thanks for this. I signed up.

        If it is good I may pay the $7.

  • T-man on 06/07/2018 - 13:19

    Is myus better than Comgateway? I am using comgate and very happy with their service, thinking to give myus a go.

  • Zeral on 06/07/2018 - 15:28
    +1

    I'll sign up on the 31st since don't know or need anything from the US

  • RichardL on 06/07/2018 - 15:32
    +2

    I'm confused, it free 2 year membership, but I have to pay $7 monthly fee?

    • Amaris on 06/07/2018 - 15:37

      monthly fee is 7/- after the 2 year trial

      • RichardL on 06/07/2018 - 15:41
        +1

        I must be missing something:

        Your next billing date: 06-Aug-18

        • ilikeit on 06/07/2018 - 16:44
          +1

          I got the same thing…

        • Look43Bs on 06/07/2018 - 19:09

          .. me too ..

  • Devil on 06/07/2018 - 15:36

    Damn every card I have is Visa :(

    • Zeral on 06/07/2018 - 15:56
      +3

      Get yourself a 28degrees, no annual fee + 6 Month price protection

      • Devil on 06/07/2018 - 16:55

        Oh thanks! I'll check it out :)

      • OzFrugie on 06/07/2018 - 23:02

        is the 6 month price protection opt-in basis? is there extra fee?

        • Zeral on 07/07/2018 - 04:11

          Must opt in when you first sign up.
          I remember reading you can't add it after you sign up, it's called merchandise or shoppers protection.

          There is like a 0.3% or 3% fee if you don't pay your balance/statement in time, can't quite remember.

          Otherwise 0 fees if you pay everything on time.

      • ezza on 06/07/2018 - 21:12

        Not sure how to updated but it seems like this deal is actually valid for both MasterCard and Visa!!!
        I don't have a MasterCard only a visa and it seems like the same for Visa holders :)

      • Zeral on 07/07/2018 - 04:15

        Wow now youve made my life choices even harder…

        Visas I got plenty.

  • zonbie on 06/07/2018 - 16:00

    I now have and use a 28 Degree Card because of this Forum. (thank-you OzB). The 28 Degree card is MasterCard branded. A question-to 28 Degree knowledgeable OzB's……. Would this offer work on 28 Deg cards?

  • joshmachine on 06/07/2018 - 16:09

    Just tried linking my 28deg card using Paypal and it is showing
    ORDER SUMMARY
    One-time Setup Fee: $20.00
    Membership Fee (Monthly Billing): $7.00
    Total: $27.00

    • Zeral on 06/07/2018 - 16:39

      Maybe you're not suppose to use PayPal?

      It's a mastercard offer meaning MyUS would see it as a PayPal transaction.

      I dunno havn't tried yet till near expiry but I'm assuming that's the case.

    • ilikeit on 06/07/2018 - 16:43
      +2

      Don't use paypal, must be a Mastercard, even if your PP is linked to your MC.

    • Xizor on 06/07/2018 - 17:20

      Dont do paypal. I signed up with my 28degrees card all good.

      • zonbie on 06/07/2018 - 17:44

        Excellent. Thanks.

  • exwar on 06/07/2018 - 16:32

    Did anyone actually succeed with signing up? I'm getting permanent "An internal server error has occurred. Please retry later."

    • VegemiteKid on 06/07/2018 - 16:46
      +1

      I signed up this morning. All good

  • ilikeit on 06/07/2018 - 16:42
    +1

    Is anyone else getting a US $7 monthly membership fee? I have a Mastercrd and used the link provided. Did I stuff up and need to cancel, because its says 'free' above.

    • Look43Bs on 06/07/2018 - 19:07

      .. my new account also states the same monthly fee .. my Mastercard is a debt card .. maybe this could be the problem???

      • Amaris on 06/07/2018 - 20:22
        +4

        I chatted to support. They said it was free for 2 yrs and asked to ignore what’s in the account page

        • ilikeit on 06/07/2018 - 21:11

          Cheers, thanks for that.

        • Leedian on 07/07/2018 - 11:26

          Thanks, was waiting for a confirmation on this before signing up ;)

  • Charity on 06/07/2018 - 17:13
    +6

    I noticed someone has reported this deal; Is that you Gerry Harvey?

  • Thaal Sinestro on 07/07/2018 - 02:25
    -4

    Thanks for sharing the deal. Can you avoid the freight forwarder GST charge by marking all your items as gifts? Or minimize it by undervaluing all of your goods by say 75%?

    The Australian government is constantly fleecing me of what little money I have. They are no different from the Mafia , constantly shaking down people for cash; just a massive, 'legal' protection racket.

    • AlexF on 07/07/2018 - 10:51
      +1

      The Australian government is constantly fleecing me of what little money I have. They are no different from the Mafia , constantly shaking down people for cash; just a massive, 'legal' protection racket.

      There are countries where tax isn’t charged - if you don’t feel like contributing to our Commonwealth (and common wealth) they may welcome a libertarian like you, … at a price.

  • Lancerx on 07/07/2018 - 05:32

    What would you guys buy regularly from us? Especially now with gst included.

    • GregMonarch on 07/07/2018 - 05:46
      +3

      Things that are cheaper (or much cheaper) there, or that cannot be purchased here.

      e.g. I got an Amazon order through just before Gerry Harvey gave the government their public IQ test.

      Yesterday I placed a large car parts order. Price for an air filter for my car here: $99. AU price after USA shipping and GST: $12.43. Another part was $900 here and $565 from the USA after the Harvey tax was paid, and I'll get $50 USD refund if I ship the broken part over to be reconditioned.

      • AlexF on 07/07/2018 - 11:05
        -3

        You denigrate the tax, but without it Australian retailers are disadvantaged. To be fair, if you want no GST on imported, then there shouldn’t be GST on local. Sounds great, except states are dependent on it.

        • havebeerbelywillsumo on 07/07/2018 - 15:00
          +3

          Yes I do……it is just a cash grab.

          Australian retailers don't want to compete.

          Have you actually read problems with this impost…………..hits goods that you simply can't buy locally, no audit trail to ensure money get back to Oz….arrgghh talking to the deaf probably

        • AlexF on 08/07/2018 - 01:00
          -1

          @havebeerbelywillsumo:

          Australian retailers don't want to compete.

          No one is stopping you from buying anything from overseas - you’ll just pay same GST already applied on Australian retailers.

          no audit trail to ensure money get back to Oz

          It’s if little concern to you if seller or forwarder passes-on collected GST - that’s up to ATO to pursue rort.

          Just seems like sour grapes.

        • ibuy on 02/11/2018 - 10:11

          @AlexF what you fail to see is that the service, price and quality of goods is often cheaper than what we have here. The big problem is that many Australian retailers are lazy. Did you ever consider that Harvey Norman is a big bully to small retailers in the markets they operate? There used to be many retailers such as Billy Guyatts, Allwares, Stan Cash, Retravision and more all oerating in the same space with true competition. Harvey Norman sent them to the wall and then took over. Then his prices went up again back to the price gouging that he is known for. The online space was and is bringing him back to reality. By adding a 10% GST to not only the cost of the goods but also the shipping costs makes overseas a bit less competitive but does nothing to increase the competitiveness of Australian retailers. If overseas can be up to 60% or more less than Harvey Norman then how much is he really ripping off the Australian consumer?

          For many shoppers the GST has not led to a massive influx of sales to Australian retailers. And online shopping has continued to grow.

          It was also advised by the productivity commission that whilst it may raise a few hundred million in revenue it was going to cost double to triple the cost to collect such piddly sums of money so now as a tax payer you and I are paying $2 for every $1 collected to supppsedly support Australian retail and making Harvey norman richer in the process in a way that serves no benefit to the consumer. The retail strategy used by Harvey Norman is a dinosaur. We are paying to keep a dinosaur alive and not increasing innovation or competitiveness.

          This is plain dumb. The hundreds of millions spent on setting up this system could have gone to new schools, health, the aged or hundreds of other more pressing areas. This is just another example of Government that bows to big business. A total disgrace.

    • Praeto on 07/07/2018 - 12:41
      +5

      Books mainly, or products not available locally.. I honestly don't understand the difference in price between books bought overseas and locally. There was a time when you could get 4 - 5 large books for the price of one locally (including international shipping).

      I have no issue paying GST. I have an issue with the bullshit Australian markup that local retailers seem to put in place. Adobe was a good example.. it used to be cheaper to buy a plane ticket and fly to the US, purchase there and fly back.. than buy locally.

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