February 28, 20188 yr I am in Brasil on vacation from Los Angeles. I've purchased about R$ 850 in gifts (sungas, teeshirts, etc) that I plan to bring back to the US when I depart next week. A US friend has suggested that I separate the gifts from their gift bags and pull off the price tags - I guess in an effort to make them look like I brought them in with me. Any need to do this? Thank you.
February 28, 20188 yr Active Members No need. Why risk having to lie to CBP to cover a lie on the form, and having your body language scrutinized, Pinocchio? Are you not allowed $800USD exemption as long as 30 days have elapsed since previous re-entry (or you want full allowable exemption subsequent re-entry?). And if there is suspicion do you want them to check all your belongings for manufacturing details? Untag, unpackage, launder, whatever, that is your prerogative. But I suggest transparency.
February 28, 20188 yr Active Members Declare everything. I once delivered a plane to the Bahamas and a down payment was made in cash. ($30,000) I pre-cleared US customs in Nassau and told them I had over $5,000 on me. They took me aside and asked me why. I told them. They put me on the plane without further ado. Best regards, RA1
March 1, 20188 yr other than foreigners , who uses forms to enter the USA anymore?? If you get stopped/checked.....they're interested in more than just overage on clothes/gifts (unless is gold or Rolex type stuff).
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