Moving to USA
PROHIBITED AND RESTRICTED GOODS
Products of endangered species (i.e. ivory, animal hides, etc.), plant and animal products (i.e. perishable foodstuffs), narcotics, drugs without prescriptions, automobiles that do not meet US safety and emission standards, and flammable materials. The importation of firearms is highly restricted in the U.S. Please contact our agent prior to shipping.
The shipping of alcoholic beverages and food is highly discouraged because of the Bioterrorism Act of 2002. When either is included in a household goods shipment the transferee must provide authorities (Food and Drug Administration) advance notice by completing a Prior Notice. For additional information go to the following website: http://www.fda.gov/oc/bioterrorism/bioact.html
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
Household Goods and Personal effects
Used household goods are admitted duty free if they have been in the owner's possession for 12 months prior to importation to the U.S.A. Items purchased abroad within the last twelve months are considered dutiable.
U.S. Customs will not allow clearance of household goods prior to owner's arrival date.
Documents required
Completed and signed U.S. Customs form 3299 and Supplemental.
Signed U.S. Customs Power of Attorney.
Inventory in English.
Photocopies of passport photo page.
Copies of original ocean bill of lading or air waybill.
Photocopy of Visa
Additional Requirements for Returning Residents
Social Security Number
Birth date
Passport Number
Foreign Address.
Additional Requirements for Non-residents & People Immigrating
Passport Number
Visa Number
Type of Visa (Wo
rking Visa, Student Visa; or other) Country of Issuance
Date of Issuance
Date of Expiration
I-94 Form (If applicable)
Alcohol
The shipping of alcoholic beverages is highly discouraged. When included in a household goods shipment the transferee must provide authorities (Food and Drug Administration) advance notice by completing a Prior Notice.
For additional information go to the following website: http://www.fda.gov/oc/bioterrorism/bioact.html
The following information is needed:
Number of Bottles/Cans
Type
Common Name
Manufacturer & Address
Volume per Bottle/Can
Vintage of Wine
Alcohol Content
Value Per Bottle
Antiques
Antiques 100 years old or older can be imported duty free if the transferee has a certificate of antiquity in English as proof for Customs.
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