Caller: Fedex Exp (text)

I received the below text message while waiting on a package from the US. I also initially though it was a scam, but after spending 3 hours on the phone I discovered it's legitimate. The reason there's additional cost on top of the $150+ I'd already payed FedEx for shipping was that the parcel was valued at over $1000 AUD, so Australian Customs is putting their hand out too.
The linked website (based in Hong Kong) looking very suspect didn't help either.

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FedEx shipment AWB#866368265830 requires your payment of duty and taxes before delivery can be arranged. Use link to PAY NOW or email below:

https://www.paydollar.com/b2c2/eng/payment/payForm.jsp?c=Kp2A%2BPxTGhGOsKXTBP%2BJ%2FFMU4mCTCzk%3D

Kind regards,
FedEx Express Australia (Payments Team)
1800 111 112/">1800 111 112
sydrod @ corp.ds.fedex.com
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The number 1800 111 112 is in fact FedEx Australia even though it doesn't show up on the FedEx website.

It's real number, Aus custom is a rip off

Caller: Same boat mate

This is exactly what happened to me aswell.

Caller: 1800 111 112

This IS a scam number ( 1800 111 112 ). DO NOT CALL BACK. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME.

Caller: FEDEX Customs

This is not a scam number I recieved a text message below regarding a delivery I could not find the number or email provided on any official fedex website so i called the 13 number from the fedex website they confirmed this was their customs number.

FedEx shipment#[] from Poland needs the [SPECIFIC GOODS DESCRIPTION] for Customs Clearance. Please email it to 3605578 @ fedex.com or call 1800 111 112. Thank you.

Caller: SMS

Its Fedex customs clearance, I was very suspicious at first as this number is not officially listed on their website and the link was to pay the customs clearance fee via paydollar.com.
I called the number and got them to confirm a some of details that only Fedex would know, turns out its legit. The tracking details changed from 'On hold awaiting clearance' to 'Released for delivery' not long after I paid the clearance fee.
The item was delivered the next day.

TLDR - its a bit odd but its legit Fedex.

Caller: FexEx

Got a message stating taxes are to be paid. on hold for 1hr and 3mins, started at 3rd caller in que, every 21mins exactly dropped one person in que, finally got to me and apparently had problems and couldnt take my call....do have a parcel coming but said they sent email, i have nothing in my inbox or junk

Caller: Fedex

I have the same text msg which directs me to pay at this weird website to enter cc details. But it doesn’t even say the total...
Seems super suss. I am expecting a parcel from fedex but this just doesn’t sound right...

Has anyone worked out if it’s legit?

Caller: Fedex payments team

They email you or SMS you and give you the link for making the payment for the GST.
It is a genuine payment request from Fedex.

How did you go with this, we are in the same boat!

It's a scam. We don't even use Fedex at work. The tracking number they emailed me does not exist.

Caller: assumed scammer pretending to be Fedex

I got this email at work, followed up by a phone call

The following shipment(s) has now been assessed and is subject to payment of the following importation charges.

The payment of the calculated Australian Border Force charges must be paid in order to have this shipment released for delivery.

Border Charges/Fees applicable:

Duty $0
GST $666.35
Entry Fee $88.00
Total $754.35

MAKE A PAYMENT - please click on the below link to make immediate payment using a Credit Card or Debit Payment for this shipment:

https://www.paydollar.com/b2c2/eng/payment/payForm.jsp?c=Kp1A%2BPX1RgS7DTX0V%2BPKhY%2BsBEJtUw114z45pOo1K%2Fs%3D


Or simply register a FedEx account by providing your contact information; create a unique FedEx User ID and password, and enter your credit card details.
Click here to open an Account - Once account is opened please advise us of the 9 digit FedEx Account Number

Was this a scammer? - I am expecting a package but don't want to be conned into paying something I don't have to!

Caller: scammers claiming to be fedex.

This is a scammer number.