WILLEMSTAD - Customs may determine the price of goods that are being imported. That is the outcome of a lawsuit filed by a car importer against the Curaçao Customs. The customs authorities considered the price quoted to be too low and they determined the amount to be charged with import duties. And that is allowed, says the judge.
If the customs does not believe the purchase amount, they can make their own estimate according to the law and tax it. The importer can appeal but must pay 700 guilders in legal costs.