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    Default Importing to Australia (Tasmania)

    Hi there, just a couple of questions. Has anyone had trouble importing pachislo machines to Australia or more percicelly Tasmania? And whats the voltage on these things, we are 240v here can we mod that?

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    Default Re: Importing to Australia (Tasmania)

    I am not sure on importing as the laws are not the same in all areas.

    Power is an easy fix as these run on 24 volts, 50 to 60 hz at around 5 amps so you just need a transformer that outputs 1/10th of input and is rated at 5 or 6 amps, just make sure to hook it up the right way or you will send 2400 volts through the internal power supply
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    5 amps WOW, im sure ill find one on ebay, will i need a transformer for each machine or can i get a "powerboard" as such?

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    I like having one for each machine but I have seen setups with one 60 amp running a row of moderns. Now remember, it is at 5 amps on the output side of the transformer so it would be drawing less than 1 amp at line voltage
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    Default Re: Importing to Australia (Tasmania)

    we have at least one aussi member so i know importing is not impossable...

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    Haha yeah, our laws are always behind the times, an Australian is not allowed to own a gambling but there is very little that actually defines what a gambing device is. But I want one dammit. ...and a pinball machine but that's another story

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    Default Re: Importing to Australia (Tasmania)

    Looks like its possible on Ebay.au

    http://shop.ebay.com.au/i.html?LH_AvailTo=15&_trkparms=65%3A12%7C66%3A2%7C39%3A1%7C7 2%3A4461&rt=nc&_nkw=pachislo&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14.l1581&_pgn =1#item4aa5c5097f

    The funny thing is that 2 of the only reasonably priced machines are from New Jersey here in the states.

    The Robin Nest may or may not ship to the AU http://www.therobinnest.com/nest/ind...5n2jb453mpfr02

    Same with Blue Hotaru http://bluehotaru.com/

    No matter what, you better get ready for some astronomical shipping fees.

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    For Australia pachinko machines are fine, but pachislo machines may not be. In 2008 we were told the laws had changed and pachislos wouldn't be allowed into port. I think it was in 2009 when an Australian pachislo vendor had all his machines confiscated.
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    hmm...interesting, is there anywhere you could find to quote the law from?

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    Call the Oz Customs Service mate and get the story first-hand.
    There is always another machine around the corner...

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    ah, good idea. ill report my findings

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    WELL WELL, i got my reply



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    Hi *****,

    Thank you for your email.
    Toy slot machine imported into Australia attract 5% customs duty and 10% Goods and Services Tax.
    Duty is levied on the purchase price of the goods and the GST is calculated on the purchase price plus any duty payable plus the overseas freight and insurance.
    The importer should provide an invoice to prove the purchase price of the goods and the ocean bill of lading or airway bill to prove the cost of transport to Australia.
    Payment of applicable duty and GST must be made before goods can be released by Customs.
    A formal Customs import declaration must be lodged for consignments above the following values:
    - Postal, sea freight and airfreight consignments above $1,000 per consignment (Airfreight - includes air express couriers such as Fedex, DHL)
    Cost recovery charges apply for processing of Import Declarations. The cost will depend on whether the declaration is lodged electronically or as a documentary (manual) declaration at a Customs office. As a guide these costs are approximately $50-70 and is payable in ADDITION to the assessed taxes for the consignment.
    If goods are transported by an air express Courier Company they facilitate the clearance of your goods and charge additional fee along with Customs charges. Likewise, if you employ a customs broker to facilitate the clearance of goods. You are advised to consult them regarding their charges.
    The charges I have included in this mail are Customs charges only, you need to be aware that Australian Quarantine & Inspection Service (AQIS) may require an inspection of your shipment and fees will apply. You can either telephone AQIS on: 1800 020 504, or visit their website: www.aqis.gov.au <http://www.aqis.gov.au>, type in fees and charges in the search facility.
    You should also check with the shipping company or airline to determine if handling charges apply for their services.
    Please contact me again if you any further questions.


    Regards,
    Sanjay SIDANA
    Senior Information Officer
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    Ph: 1300 363 263
    Fax: (02) 8339 6714
    For more information on Customs go to our website www.customs.gov.au

    Please respond to email address information@customs.gov.au to ensure your communication with us is answered.

    The information above is provided as a guide only and should be clarified by either lodging a formal advice request with the appropriate section of Customs or employing the services of a licenced customs broker, if appropriate


    >From:
    >Sent:Sunday, 26 June 2011 22:22:56
    >To:information@customs.gov.au
    >Subject:importing pachislo machine

    >Hello,
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    >My inquiry is to the import of a pachislo/ skill stop machine to
    >Australia (Tasmania)
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    >they are basically a "toy" slot machine they take tokens to make them
    >work and real money cannot be used on the machine or covered to do so.
    >it will also be used solely for personal entertainment purposes.
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    >i want to know if these can be imported legally.
    >
    >Thank you
    >
    >

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    what does everyone think?

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    Default Re: Importing to Australia (Tasmania)

    Thats good I guess. it may have been useful to find out if its a different rate for used items or is it the same as new
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    Default Re: Importing to Australia (Tasmania)

    I'm sorry to say that a pachislo, though it *may* have the appearance of a 'toy slot machine', is certainly NOT going to be judged a Toy Slot on its arrival at Customs Australia.

    I suggest you are straight up with Mr Sanjay and show him a picture as an example of what you're talking about - misunderstandings here could be VERY costly, for you.

    This is a gambling machine, and that's how they'll see it when it arrives. As to how they assess that gambling function on arrival, you need more clarity.

    Basically - no point dicking around and hoping you can sneak it through. Get the facts and save yourself a bundle of $$$.. IMHO.
    There is always another machine around the corner...

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    Well I tried to get them to understand that it's not a true gambling machine, but ah well, I'll try again

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    Default Re: Importing to Australia (Tasmania)

    Well, of course you should maintain that stance - it can not be used for gambling here in the conventional sense, as it doesn't take Australian coins or notes and cannot be readily converted. It's more an amusement machine, like a pinball.

    But, saying its a 'toy' just won't fly in my opinion - they are more likely to just shut you down and one they see it simply say 'its a poker machine - sorry, no entry". Better to educate them fully up front, is my feeling, as what they write on paper to you now about what they *might* judge it as, won't count a damn when they take delivery of it and see its anything but a mere toy.

    You can't really fool Customs in this country is my point. They've been doing it too long, and have too much invested, to simply believe that what we tell them about an item is what they should then also believe. Hopefully though, you can sort out any issues beforehand with them, doing what you're doing.
    There is always another machine around the corner...

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