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Jessa & Liam   11

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Hi everyone, we have a quick query in relation to bringing items into the US. I'll be bringing mainly clothes, a few books (not professional), some jewellery (including the wedding rings), some confectionery, a bottle of whiskey, a laptop and an Xbox. The only items under 12 months old would be the jewellery, bottle of whiskey and confectionery.

We're just a little confused as to what these items should be marked as and what if any we may be liable to pay duty on. Thanks for any help :)

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Mithmeoi   29

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I brought my PC from Belgium, a bunch of CDs, some books and other misc things and the only thing that cost me was getting it on the plane. It was a few kg more than they liked so they charged 100€ for us to check it. Then it ended up they kept it in Amsterdam til the following day. :wacko:

Never had to pay any taxes or anything on any of it.

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I brought my PC from Belgium, a bunch of CDs, some books and other misc things and the only thing that cost me was getting it on the plane. It was a few kg more than they liked so they charged 100€ for us to check it. Then it ended up they kept it in Amsterdam til the following day. :wacko:

Never had to pay any taxes or anything on any of it.

In my case, I am from the Philippines, I might send my clothes/shoes/girl things via postal and have the xbox and other important gadgets via DHL/FEDex, so when I go I will carry just enough clothes good for the trip and my laptop and Ipad.

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Because I'm taking so little I'm just taking two suitcases with me, the airline charges $70 for an additional bag.

I'm afraid you won't be able to bring the whiskey. I'll PM you with a good address to ship it to (mine!) :rofl:

Nice try ;)

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Mithmeoi   29

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In my case, I am from the Philippines, I might send my clothes/shoes/girl things via postal and have the xbox and other important gadgets via DHL/FEDex, so when I go I will carry just enough clothes good for the trip and my laptop and Ipad.

Definitely less stress to go that way. :P In hindsight I wish we had done that, but ah well. Good luck to you btw! :)

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