What should be considered before gifting appliances to a couple living abroad?
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Check the destination's electrical supply, plug, warranty coverage and transport requirements before gifting an appliance to a couple abroad.
Ask whether they actually need it and can obtain service or replacement parts locally. Verify baggage or import rules through the appropriate authority and compare buying at the destination. Keep the receipt and model details available. An attractive local price may not be a saving once shipping, duties or incompatibility are considered, and a travel adapter does not solve every electrical difference.
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Federal Board of Revenue, Pakistan
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