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Originally Posted by M_Six
A tad off topic, but I figure folks here would know. How does Duty Free work coming into the U.S.? As we went through Heathrow this morning, I noticed some pretty sweet prices on some whiskeys. How does that work? You buy the booze and then carry it on the plane? Do you have to declare it at US Customs?
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the last couple of times i've traveled internationally, i have been asked by the CBP agent if we had any booze. we usually one go with the 2 bottles per adult and i answer truthfully when asked. last trip through dublin, i ended up splurging and figure i might have to pay some taxes...however, the customs agent asked how many bottles and i answered "6"...three for each for my wife and me. agent simply took our declaration slips and wished us a safe flight.
honestly, i think they're only concerned if you're trying to bring back quantities that appear like you might want to re-sell them.
note: last trip we were finally approved for global entry...made that whole customs and immigration process so much less stressful!