Engagement ring declaration question.

[Danu 19]

Hey I had a question that I'm not sure if you guys would know. I had asked in another discussion but its prolly better to split it off so ppl who might now can see it too. I know my hunny will have to declare the engagement ring when he lands in ottawa, from what I've seen sometimes they make you pay duty and sometimes they dont. The question I have is: Is the duty just the GST and if he does have to pay it, what forms of payment do they accept? (Visa/MC/Check) He was wondering so he could have the right stuff on him.

[Willow2009 0]

Hey I had a question that I'm not sure if you guys would know. I had asked in another discussion but its prolly better to split it off so ppl who might now can see it too. I know my hunny will have to declare the engagement ring when he lands in ottawa, from what I've seen sometimes they make you pay duty and sometimes they dont. The question I have is: Is the duty just the GST and if he does have to pay it, what forms of payment do they accept? (Visa/MC/Check) He was wondering so he could have the right stuff on him.

My experiences with duty is for cash over $10000. I wouldn't think the ring would count.

[When2RNLove 6]

Hey I had a question that I'm not sure if you guys would know. I had asked in another discussion but its prolly better to split it off so ppl who might now can see it too. I know my hunny will have to declare the engagement ring when he lands in ottawa, from what I've seen sometimes they make you pay duty and sometimes they dont. The question I have is: Is the duty just the GST and if he does have to pay it, what forms of payment do they accept? (Visa/MC/Check) He was wondering so he could have the right stuff on him.

I agree with Willow2009. I had an engagement ring in my carry-on and was never questioned about it. In fact, they never even looked at or opened it.

[Chica Yeyé 41]

There was a recent question like yours; and a VJ member who used to work with Canadian customs replied that yes, you should declare. However, in this case it was the girl coming back from the US into Canadas with her ring. Do a search in this subforum. And congrats!!!

[Danu 19]

There was a recent question like yours; and a VJ member who used to work with Canadian customs replied that yes, you should declare. However, in this case it was the girl coming back from the US into Canadas with her ring. Do a search in this subforum. And congrats!!!

Yeah I already looked, but they were all regarding girls coming in with the ring on their finger, and no mention if anyone knew how they will accept payment if they do require you to pay duty or put on a deposit.. *shrug* I know he should definately declare cuz i dont want my beautiful ring stuck at the border but he was wondering if he should carry a check on him or if they would take visa/MC for payment. Haven't had much luck with my google searching either.

[JillA 2]

Could you try calling Customs and ask? I'm sure you could find the number via google

[JillA 2]

I found this, I would call to ease your worries. This is assuming your love is flying into Toronto.

Customs Clearance & Security

Passengers arriving from other countries (including the USA) must first be cleared through Canada Customs--officially, its the Canada Border Services Agency ("CBSA")--which also coordinates any travel visa and immigration issues. There are Canada Customs stations in all three airport terminals. Canada Customs can be reached by telephone at 905-676-3640 (Terminal 1), 905-676-3537 (905-612-5416 (Terminal 3)

[Danu 19]

I found this, I would call to ease your worries. This is assuming your love is flying into Toronto.

Customs Clearance & Security

Passengers arriving from other countries (including the USA) must first be cleared through Canada Customs--officially, its the Canada Border Services Agency ("CBSA")--which also coordinates any travel visa and immigration issues. There are Canada Customs stations in all three airport terminals. Canada Customs can be reached by telephone at 905-676-3640 (Terminal 1), 905-676-3537 (905-612-5416 (Terminal 3)

Somehow i didnt even think about calling customs at the airport. Hes coming into Ottawa so I will check tonight to see if theres a phone number for them tonight and give them a call. Thanks a bunch guys!

[JillA 2]

Even if you call any canada customs office, the answer should be the same across the board, key word SHOULD be LOL but we all know Customs is not consistent now are they

Good luck and congrats!