Guest mrb43 Posted February 28, 2018 Share Posted February 28, 2018 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Riobard Posted February 28, 2018 Members Share Posted February 28, 2018 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. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members RA1 Posted February 28, 2018 Members Share Posted February 28, 2018 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 AdamSmith 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
floridarob Posted March 1, 2018 Share Posted March 1, 2018 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). Lucky 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
