There is no choice you have to pay it I really cannot remember how much the duty was,(think it may have been $17.00 but don't quote me on that) but I did get my items in the sale. I usually buy from the sale every year, but I had to pay the postage too. It used to be they just sent them. I got a surprise this time when they told me I had to pay the customs duty up front. I would prefer to take the chance as they have always got through to me before and I have not paid the duty. There is now a shop in London, but they don't do online delivery...yet, but I am sure they will eventually.