{"id":57172,"date":"2022-02-07T12:27:09","date_gmt":"2022-02-07T12:27:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/?p=57172"},"modified":"2022-11-28T06:46:06","modified_gmt":"2022-11-28T06:46:06","slug":"james-allen-ireland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/james-allen-ireland\/","title":{"rendered":"James Allen Ireland"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-2a88eed5 breadcrum\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-7f7b8288\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-f963aa15\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f963aa15\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<p class=\"breadcrum\">[current_post_breadcrumbs] <\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">James Allen Ireland<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"has-text-align-center has-white-color has-text-color wp-block-heading\">Everything to know about buying a diamond ring from James Allen when you\u2019re in Ireland<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-569d39ea\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-5eb0bf7f\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5eb0bf7f\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<p class=\"auther\">[current_post_author_name]<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-d0b532bb\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-d0b532bb\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<p>[current_post_mdate]<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-base-color has-css-opacity has-base-background-color has-background lines\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-wrapper gb-grid-wrapper-15c60142\">\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-6be8d35b\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-6be8d35b\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">If you\u2019re ready to take the next stage in your life together and you\u2019re looking for a ring, you may be looking at James Allen as a retailer to buy from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-white-color has-text-color\">But buying an engagement ring, let alone one from another country can be daunting. So is buying from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/recommends\/james-allen-home\/\" data-type=\"post\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"15\">James Allen<\/a> worth it if you\u2019re in Ireland?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-3-color has-text-color\">in this article, you\u2019ll learn everything you need to know about buying from James Allen so you can decide whether it\u2019s right for you.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-grid-column gb-grid-column-fa21109f\"><div class=\"gb-container gb-container-fa21109f\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"400\" height=\"391\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/james-allen-ireland-header-image.png\" alt=\"james allen ireland header image\" class=\"wp-image-57179\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/james-allen-ireland-header-image.png 400w, https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/james-allen-ireland-header-image-300x293.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/james-allen-ireland-header-image-65x65.png 65w, https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/james-allen-ireland-header-image-50x50.png 50w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-02f8cced\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-080f8815 links-color-white\"><div class=\"gb-inside-container\">\n\n<p class=\"has-base-3-color has-text-color\">There are a few things to consider when thinking about whether you should import a ring from the US to Ireland:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"has-base-3-color has-text-color\"><li>Taxes<\/li><li>Shipping<\/li><li>Service<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-base-3-color has-text-color\">We\u2019ll look at each of these in order.<\/p>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Duties and taxes when buying from James Allen from Ireland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re making a significant purchase from overseas, it\u2019s only natural that you might be worried about&nbsp; being stung with a whole load of extra fees that you wouldn\u2019t have had to pay if you had bought locally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thankfully this isn\u2019t the case, and the main cost of the tax is made up of VAT, which you\u2019ll have to pay with a local jeweller anyway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll have to pay the following duties and taxes when buying from James Allen:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Customs Duty<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 This is 2.5% of the total cost of the item.<\/li><li><strong>Value-Added Tax (VAT)<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 This is the standard 23% of the value of the item &#8211; identical to buying a ring from a jeweller located in Ireland. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Calculating the tax you will actually have to pay<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jamesallen.com\/tax-calculator\/?a_aid=533517f948e51\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"16\">James Allen has a handy Tax and Duty Calculator<\/a> that will help you determine how much you\u2019ll have a to pay on a ring. Check it out&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.jamesallen.com\/tax-calculator\/?a_aid=533517f948e51\" data-lasso-id=\"17\">here<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 it\u2019s well worth investigating to understand the exact figures you\u2019re working with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is important because the prices you see in Euros on the James Allen website when looking at a diamond or a a ring don\u2019t include Irish taxes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, James Allen will let you know on check out how much tax and duties you\u2019ll have to pay for the ring:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"451\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/1-Tax-and-Duty-estimate.jpg\" alt=\"1 Tax and Duty estimate\" class=\"wp-image-57181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/1-Tax-and-Duty-estimate.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/1-Tax-and-Duty-estimate-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/1-Tax-and-Duty-estimate-768x433.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>James Allen doesn\u2019t take payment for this, and it will be collected by the courier before delivery. But it\u2019s good to keep in mind, so it can be factored into the overall cost of the ring.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How will the duties and taxes be collected?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Before you receive your item, you need to settle the duties and taxes with the courier first, you\u2019ll be contacted with instructions on how to do this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FedEx also charge a clearance admin fee of 2.5% of the customs fee and VAT or \u20ac15, whichever is greater. For example on a \u20ac5,000 ring the admin fee will be \u20ac29.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>FedEx has an online platform which you can conveniently use to make a payment for the fees so you can receive your ring. You can click this&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/dutyandtax.fedex.com\/ie\/en#\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"18\">link<\/a>&nbsp;to pay your import fees via FedEx.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"471\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/2-Fedex-online-portal.jpg\" alt=\"2 Fedex online portal\" class=\"wp-image-57182\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/2-Fedex-online-portal.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/2-Fedex-online-portal-300x177.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/2-Fedex-online-portal-768x452.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Shipping your items from James Allen to Ireland<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/importing-a-diamond-ring-into-ireland\/\" data-lasso-id=\"19\">Importing a diamond ring to Ireland<\/a> is a significant expense and certainly not something that you would want to worry about being lost in transit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>James Allen provides worry-free, fast and free shipping, with all items securely packaged and fully insured while on its way to their shipping destinations worldwide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For orders valued above $500, the items are sent through FedEx International Priority Mail and will take around two to three business days to arrive. Items from James Allen below $500 in value are shipped via USPS Priority Mail and will take three to five days.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is important to note the item ships once it\u2019s been made, which can take anywhere from 1- 3 weeks. James Allen will give you a shipping estimate on check out.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"451\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/3-Shipping-Estimate-e1610070740837.jpg\" alt=\"3 Shipping Estimate e1610070740837\" class=\"wp-image-57184\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/3-Shipping-Estimate-e1610070740837.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/3-Shipping-Estimate-e1610070740837-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/3-Shipping-Estimate-e1610070740837-768x433.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How does the James Allen return policy work in Ireland?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If in case you are not happy with the ring, James Allen normally has a 30-day return period from the day it has passed the quality assurance and shipped to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Just contact their customer service team and they\u2019ll issue you a returns authorisation. If you want to send the ring back via their couriers it will be $50 for a return shipping label.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if you need to get the ring resized?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need to resize your ring, James Allen offers free resizing within the first year of your purchase. The only cost to you is the return shipping fee which is $50.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you need more than one resize or if it\u2019s been more than a year since you bought it, it will be $25 to get a white, yellow or rose gold ring resized. For platinum rings there is a $50 fee.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you wanted to do it locally, jewellers charge around \u20ac20 \u2013 \u20ac50 depending on the complexity and the type of metal used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>James Allen also offer lots of resources so you can get the ring size right the first time. Check it out&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/recommends\/james-allen-ring-sizer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"20\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"456\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/4-Ring-sizer-resources-e1610070826290.png\" alt=\"4 Ring sizer resources e1610070826290\" class=\"wp-image-57186\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/4-Ring-sizer-resources-e1610070826290.png 800w, https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/4-Ring-sizer-resources-e1610070826290-300x171.png 300w, https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/14\/2022\/02\/4-Ring-sizer-resources-e1610070826290-768x438.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do we recommend buying from James Allen if you\u2019re in Ireland?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>James Allen is our number one recommended retailer for diamonds and engagement rings. Its vast collection of loose diamonds and rings offer elegantly crafted pieces of luxury which would stand out on every occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ready to pop the question? Make it the most special event in your relationship through James Allen\u2019s diamonds and engagement rings. Their&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/recommends\/james-allen-inspiration-gallery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"21\">inspiration gallery<\/a>&nbsp;is a great place to check out for ideas and the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/recommends\/james-allen-tax-calculator\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"22\">tax and duty calculator<\/a>&nbsp;is the other handy resource worth visiting.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-button-wrapper gb-button-wrapper-17901c2e\">\n\n<a class=\"gb-button gb-button-274f1db5 gb-button-text\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ie\/recommends\/james-allen-home\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Visit James Allen Ireland now<\/a>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">International James Allen Guides<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re outside Ireland and have somehow found your self here, we also have guides to buying from James Allen for several other countries. Click below to access your local guide:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/au\/james-allen-australia\/\" data-lasso-id=\"24\">James Allen Australia<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/ca\/james-allen-canada\" data-lasso-id=\"25\">James Allen Canada<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/hk\/james-allen-hong-kong\" data-lasso-id=\"26\">James Allen Hong Kong<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/nz\/james-allen-new-zealand\/\" data-lasso-id=\"27\">James Allen New Zealand<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/sg\/james-allen-singapore\/\" data-lasso-id=\"28\">James Allen Singapore<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/uk\/james-allen-uk\/\" data-lasso-id=\"29\">James Allen UK<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ringspo.com\/james-allen-review\/\" data-lasso-id=\"30\">James Allen USA review<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your guide to buying a diamond or engagement ring from James Allen if you&#8217;re in Ireland.<\/p>\n<p>Everything you need to know, all in one place!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":57179,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"James Allen Ireland Buying Guide","_seopress_titles_desc":"Everything you need to consider before buying your diamond ring from James Allen. 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