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Auction Locations

At Rum Auctioneer, making our auctions accessible to customers worldwide is a top priority. With locations across the UK and Europe, we make it easy to ship and receive bottles to and from rum lovers around the world.   

Our regional locations allow us to serve more people, build more connected shipping networks, and provide tailored support.

To help you navigate our auctions, each lot is marked with an icon indicating whether it’s being sold from the UK or the EU. To understand what this means for you, please refer to our lot location guide below before bidding.  

United Kingdom

Lot sold from UK office

  • No VAT applicable to the hammer price
  • VAT is applicable to all other fees and/or surcharges

Lot sold from UK Office with VAT

  • Local VAT will be added at checkout, as this lot is being sold by a business

Lots sold from EU office:

  • Pease ensure that you are aware of local UK rules, which will apply
EU

Lot sold from EU office

  • No VAT applicable to the hammer price 
  • An excise fee will apply under EU Directive 2020/262
  • VAT is applicable to all other fees and/or surcharges

Lots sold from UK office

  • No VAT applicable to the hammer price 
  • Local tax in your home country may apply

Lots sold from UK office with VAT

  • VAT is not applicable if shipping to an EU address
  • Local tax in your home country may apply
Rest of World

Lots sold from the UK office

  • No VAT applicable to the hammer price 
  • Local tax in your home country may apply

Lots sold from the UK office + VAT

  • No VAT applicable to the hammer price
  • VAT is applicable to all other fees and/or surcharges

Lots sold from the EU office

  • No VAT applicable to the hammer price
  • Local tax in your home country may apply

Shipping and Fees

Before bidding, please refer to our shipping information and buyer fees and payment terms. Important information to check before bidding includes the delivery options and shipping costs for your country, as well as any country specific customs, duties or fees.

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Buyer fees and payment terms

Our regional and international offices uphold our commitment to delivering the exceptional service our clients expect:

  • Access to a world-class selection of rum
  • Dedicated, expert support for sellers
  • Local language assistance and professional advice
  • Reliable services tailored to international clients

This global network allows us to connect buyers and sellers worldwide, ensuring the broadest reach across the rum community.

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Buyer's Guide

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Frequently Asked Questions

Rum Auctioneer makes it easy for rum enthusiasts and collectors worldwide to buy and sell rum through our monthly online auctions.

For Sellers:

  • Our expert Client Service team provides free valuations and support on safely getting your bottles to our offices in Perth, Utrecht or London.
  • Once received, your bottles are authenticated, professionally photographed, and listed in the next available auction (or an auction of your choice).
  • After the auction closes, you’ll receive payment within 21 working days, with seller fees deducted from the final amount.

For Buyers:

  • Browse and bid on an exceptional selection of rum from around the world.
  • If you win, you’ll be notified by email and have 72 hours to complete payment.
  • Choose to have your bottles shipped, stored, or collected. Buyer fees are applied at checkout.

 

Whether you’re selling rare vintages or looking for your next great bottle, our online auctions provide an effortless, trusted, and exciting way to buy and sell collectible rum online.

Yes, items can be stored with us for combining multiple orders and dispatching at a later date. Please visit our Storage Services page for more information.

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