In general, immigration authorities indicate that all items purchased in Canada and Mexico must be declared. You will be able to enter into the territory up to US$800 in gifts and personal items purchased abroad, tax free. This includes, for example, one liter of alcoholic beverages per person, as long as they are over 21 years of age.
On the other hand, it is important to clarify that the items you buy in Mexico and want to enter the United States for commercial or business purposes cannot be included in your personal tax-free exemption.
Likewise, CBP clarified that gifts worth more than US$5 containing alcohol, tobacco products and alcoholic perfumes They cannot be included as gifts on your personal tax-free exemption.
One more recommendation from the authorities is that It is not worth gift-wrapping items you intend to bring into the United States. It is quite likely that they will need to be unwrapped for inspection.
And if you want to ship the gift directly, instead of entering it through customs into the US, You can do so as long as they are items that do not exceed US$100, This is the limit per day, although this is not an option for alcohol and tobacco products.
Items to be careful with when entering the United States
It is important to say that If you intend to bring in any type of medication, then you must consult directly with the CBP authorities. on the importation of these types of substances, otherwise they could be confiscated.
In addition, CBP clarifies that there is a zero tolerance policy on illegal drugs. Therefore, for any amount and type you can face serious fines and even a federal record and go to jail. Also refrain from exotic souvenirs. For example, sea turtle boots or any other items made from endangered species are prohibited.
When it comes to agricultural products, you must know the legislation in detail, most fruits are prohibited, also meat. In this case, not only will you end up without the items, but You could face fines of between US$300 and US$1,000 if you do not declare them.
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