What are the restrictions regarding bringing back items into the United States, bought in India?
I am a US citizen planning to travel to India and I hear the shopping there is quite fair. In particular the electronics. I want to get a few items to bring back home with me. So are there any restrictions? In addition to this, I am not aware of the taxation rules regarding imports.
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edited Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
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I am a US citizen planning to travel to India and I hear the shopping there is quite fair. In particular the electronics. I want to get a few items to bring back home with me. So are there any restrictions? In addition to this, I am not aware of the taxation rules regarding imports.
usa customs-and-immigration shopping import-taxes
edited Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Zach Lipton
60.4k10184244
asked Jul 25 '16 at 17:19
handroskihandroski
284
You are a US citizen?
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 17:23
Yes, US citizen flying out of LAX
– handroski
Jul 25 '16 at 17:24
With the number of people asking about bringing stuff the other way, I'm surprised that you would want to purchase electronics in India.
– Greg Hewgill
Jul 25 '16 at 20:48
@PeterM I don't think citizenship matters, only residency.
– phoog
Jul 26 '16 at 6:24
@GregHewgill I have heard that electronics are cheaper in India compared to the united states. A possible reason being the proximity to the manufacturer. Otherwise, I am not sure why this is true.
– handroski
Jul 28 '16 at 22:28
add a comment |
I am a US citizen planning to travel to India and I hear the shopping there is quite fair. In particular the electronics. I want to get a few items to bring back home with me. So are there any restrictions? In addition to this, I am not aware of the taxation rules regarding imports.
usa customs-and-immigration shopping import-taxes
edited Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Zach Lipton
60.4k10184244
asked Jul 25 '16 at 17:19
handroskihandroski
284
I am a US citizen planning to travel to India and I hear the shopping there is quite fair. In particular the electronics. I want to get a few items to bring back home with me. So are there any restrictions? In addition to this, I am not aware of the taxation rules regarding imports.
usa customs-and-immigration shopping import-taxes
usa customs-and-immigration shopping import-taxes
edited Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Zach Lipton
60.4k10184244
asked Jul 25 '16 at 17:19
handroskihandroski
284
edited Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Zach Lipton
60.4k10184244
asked Jul 25 '16 at 17:19
handroskihandroski
284
edited Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Zach Lipton
60.4k10184244
edited Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Zach Lipton
60.4k10184244
edited Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Zach Lipton
60.4k10184244
60.4k10184244
asked Jul 25 '16 at 17:19
handroskihandroski
284
asked Jul 25 '16 at 17:19
handroskihandroski
284
asked Jul 25 '16 at 17:19
handroskihandroski
284
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You are a US citizen?
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 17:23
Yes, US citizen flying out of LAX
– handroski
Jul 25 '16 at 17:24
With the number of people asking about bringing stuff the other way, I'm surprised that you would want to purchase electronics in India.
– Greg Hewgill
Jul 25 '16 at 20:48
@PeterM I don't think citizenship matters, only residency.
– phoog
Jul 26 '16 at 6:24
@GregHewgill I have heard that electronics are cheaper in India compared to the united states. A possible reason being the proximity to the manufacturer. Otherwise, I am not sure why this is true.
– handroski
Jul 28 '16 at 22:28
add a comment |
You are a US citizen?
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 17:23
Yes, US citizen flying out of LAX
– handroski
Jul 25 '16 at 17:24
With the number of people asking about bringing stuff the other way, I'm surprised that you would want to purchase electronics in India.
– Greg Hewgill
Jul 25 '16 at 20:48
@PeterM I don't think citizenship matters, only residency.
– phoog
Jul 26 '16 at 6:24
@GregHewgill I have heard that electronics are cheaper in India compared to the united states. A possible reason being the proximity to the manufacturer. Otherwise, I am not sure why this is true.
– handroski
Jul 28 '16 at 22:28
You are a US citizen?
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 17:23
You are a US citizen?
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 17:23
Yes, US citizen flying out of LAX
– handroski
Jul 25 '16 at 17:24
Yes, US citizen flying out of LAX
– handroski
Jul 25 '16 at 17:24
With the number of people asking about bringing stuff the other way, I'm surprised that you would want to purchase electronics in India.
– Greg Hewgill
Jul 25 '16 at 20:48
With the number of people asking about bringing stuff the other way, I'm surprised that you would want to purchase electronics in India.
– Greg Hewgill
Jul 25 '16 at 20:48
@PeterM I don't think citizenship matters, only residency.
– phoog
Jul 26 '16 at 6:24
@PeterM I don't think citizenship matters, only residency.
– phoog
Jul 26 '16 at 6:24
@GregHewgill I have heard that electronics are cheaper in India compared to the united states. A possible reason being the proximity to the manufacturer. Otherwise, I am not sure why this is true.
– handroski
Jul 28 '16 at 22:28
@GregHewgill I have heard that electronics are cheaper in India compared to the united states. A possible reason being the proximity to the manufacturer. Otherwise, I am not sure why this is true.
– handroski
Jul 28 '16 at 22:28
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Straight from the source:
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection Duty Free Exemptions
If you are a U.S. resident returning from a foreign country with goods acquired abroad in your possession after a stay of 48-hours or more, you may be eligible for a personal duty-free exemption. If you are returning from Mexico, the 48-hour rule does not apply. The personal exemption you are eligible for depends on the country you are returning from.
For instance, if you are returning from countries other than the Caribbean countries or U.S. insular possession you are entitled to an $800 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 3%. If the value exceeds $1,800, the remaining duty will be determined based on duty rates in the harmonized tariff schedule, which are generally between 0-10% (except for clothing and textiles, which can be much higher, up to 25%).
If you are returning from a U.S. insular possession (i.e. U.S. Virgin Islands or Guam) you are entitled to a $1,600 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 1.5%.
If you are returning from a foreign country other than Mexico and were not there for a total of 48 hours you are entitled to a $200 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 3%. If the value of your goods exceeds $1,200, the remaining duty will be determined based on duty rates in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
Resident
"Resident" here basically means anyone who is not on a visitor's visa, and includes not only citizens and permanent residents (obviously) but also students (F1 visa holders), H1B visa holders etc.
Counterfeit goods
As asked in the comments, there are restrictions on importing counterfeit goods, but individuals are allowed to bring single instances of a counterfeit item so long as it is for personal use. So importing one knock-off Prada bag is fine, bringing two more for your friends is not (even if the counterfeit brands are different on each.) Full details are to be found here Customs Directive 2310-11A .
answered Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Alan MunnAlan Munn
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@handroski No restrictions on what you can bring back (food etc not withstanding), but certainly you have to pay duty over and above a certain amount.
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
@handroski Well there are some restrictions on amounts of alcohol and tobbacco and of course agricultural/fresh food restrictions which are imposed by the USDA.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
Aren't there restrictions on counterfeits as well? Like if you buy a knock-off name brand watch or purse.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
Jul 25 '16 at 19:02
@RoddyoftheFrozenPeas Counterfeit goods are OK for personal use only cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2310-11a_3.pdf
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 19:28
@PeterM Thanks for the link. I've updated the answer since that link speaks more explicitly to the personal use issue.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 19:33
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Straight from the source:
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection Duty Free Exemptions
If you are a U.S. resident returning from a foreign country with goods acquired abroad in your possession after a stay of 48-hours or more, you may be eligible for a personal duty-free exemption. If you are returning from Mexico, the 48-hour rule does not apply. The personal exemption you are eligible for depends on the country you are returning from.
For instance, if you are returning from countries other than the Caribbean countries or U.S. insular possession you are entitled to an $800 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 3%. If the value exceeds $1,800, the remaining duty will be determined based on duty rates in the harmonized tariff schedule, which are generally between 0-10% (except for clothing and textiles, which can be much higher, up to 25%).
If you are returning from a U.S. insular possession (i.e. U.S. Virgin Islands or Guam) you are entitled to a $1,600 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 1.5%.
If you are returning from a foreign country other than Mexico and were not there for a total of 48 hours you are entitled to a $200 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 3%. If the value of your goods exceeds $1,200, the remaining duty will be determined based on duty rates in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
Resident
"Resident" here basically means anyone who is not on a visitor's visa, and includes not only citizens and permanent residents (obviously) but also students (F1 visa holders), H1B visa holders etc.
Counterfeit goods
As asked in the comments, there are restrictions on importing counterfeit goods, but individuals are allowed to bring single instances of a counterfeit item so long as it is for personal use. So importing one knock-off Prada bag is fine, bringing two more for your friends is not (even if the counterfeit brands are different on each.) Full details are to be found here Customs Directive 2310-11A .
answered Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Alan MunnAlan Munn
703411
@handroski No restrictions on what you can bring back (food etc not withstanding), but certainly you have to pay duty over and above a certain amount.
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
@handroski Well there are some restrictions on amounts of alcohol and tobbacco and of course agricultural/fresh food restrictions which are imposed by the USDA.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
Aren't there restrictions on counterfeits as well? Like if you buy a knock-off name brand watch or purse.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
Jul 25 '16 at 19:02
@RoddyoftheFrozenPeas Counterfeit goods are OK for personal use only cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2310-11a_3.pdf
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 19:28
@PeterM Thanks for the link. I've updated the answer since that link speaks more explicitly to the personal use issue.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 19:33
add a comment |
Straight from the source:
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection Duty Free Exemptions
If you are a U.S. resident returning from a foreign country with goods acquired abroad in your possession after a stay of 48-hours or more, you may be eligible for a personal duty-free exemption. If you are returning from Mexico, the 48-hour rule does not apply. The personal exemption you are eligible for depends on the country you are returning from.
For instance, if you are returning from countries other than the Caribbean countries or U.S. insular possession you are entitled to an $800 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 3%. If the value exceeds $1,800, the remaining duty will be determined based on duty rates in the harmonized tariff schedule, which are generally between 0-10% (except for clothing and textiles, which can be much higher, up to 25%).
If you are returning from a U.S. insular possession (i.e. U.S. Virgin Islands or Guam) you are entitled to a $1,600 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 1.5%.
If you are returning from a foreign country other than Mexico and were not there for a total of 48 hours you are entitled to a $200 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 3%. If the value of your goods exceeds $1,200, the remaining duty will be determined based on duty rates in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
Resident
"Resident" here basically means anyone who is not on a visitor's visa, and includes not only citizens and permanent residents (obviously) but also students (F1 visa holders), H1B visa holders etc.
Counterfeit goods
As asked in the comments, there are restrictions on importing counterfeit goods, but individuals are allowed to bring single instances of a counterfeit item so long as it is for personal use. So importing one knock-off Prada bag is fine, bringing two more for your friends is not (even if the counterfeit brands are different on each.) Full details are to be found here Customs Directive 2310-11A .
answered Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Alan MunnAlan Munn
703411
@handroski No restrictions on what you can bring back (food etc not withstanding), but certainly you have to pay duty over and above a certain amount.
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
@handroski Well there are some restrictions on amounts of alcohol and tobbacco and of course agricultural/fresh food restrictions which are imposed by the USDA.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
Aren't there restrictions on counterfeits as well? Like if you buy a knock-off name brand watch or purse.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
Jul 25 '16 at 19:02
@RoddyoftheFrozenPeas Counterfeit goods are OK for personal use only cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2310-11a_3.pdf
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 19:28
@PeterM Thanks for the link. I've updated the answer since that link speaks more explicitly to the personal use issue.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 19:33
add a comment |
Straight from the source:
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection Duty Free Exemptions
If you are a U.S. resident returning from a foreign country with goods acquired abroad in your possession after a stay of 48-hours or more, you may be eligible for a personal duty-free exemption. If you are returning from Mexico, the 48-hour rule does not apply. The personal exemption you are eligible for depends on the country you are returning from.
For instance, if you are returning from countries other than the Caribbean countries or U.S. insular possession you are entitled to an $800 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 3%. If the value exceeds $1,800, the remaining duty will be determined based on duty rates in the harmonized tariff schedule, which are generally between 0-10% (except for clothing and textiles, which can be much higher, up to 25%).
If you are returning from a U.S. insular possession (i.e. U.S. Virgin Islands or Guam) you are entitled to a $1,600 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 1.5%.
If you are returning from a foreign country other than Mexico and were not there for a total of 48 hours you are entitled to a $200 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 3%. If the value of your goods exceeds $1,200, the remaining duty will be determined based on duty rates in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
Resident
"Resident" here basically means anyone who is not on a visitor's visa, and includes not only citizens and permanent residents (obviously) but also students (F1 visa holders), H1B visa holders etc.
Counterfeit goods
As asked in the comments, there are restrictions on importing counterfeit goods, but individuals are allowed to bring single instances of a counterfeit item so long as it is for personal use. So importing one knock-off Prada bag is fine, bringing two more for your friends is not (even if the counterfeit brands are different on each.) Full details are to be found here Customs Directive 2310-11A .
answered Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Alan MunnAlan Munn
703411
Straight from the source:
- U.S. Customs and Border Protection Duty Free Exemptions
If you are a U.S. resident returning from a foreign country with goods acquired abroad in your possession after a stay of 48-hours or more, you may be eligible for a personal duty-free exemption. If you are returning from Mexico, the 48-hour rule does not apply. The personal exemption you are eligible for depends on the country you are returning from.
For instance, if you are returning from countries other than the Caribbean countries or U.S. insular possession you are entitled to an $800 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 3%. If the value exceeds $1,800, the remaining duty will be determined based on duty rates in the harmonized tariff schedule, which are generally between 0-10% (except for clothing and textiles, which can be much higher, up to 25%).
If you are returning from a U.S. insular possession (i.e. U.S. Virgin Islands or Guam) you are entitled to a $1,600 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 1.5%.
If you are returning from a foreign country other than Mexico and were not there for a total of 48 hours you are entitled to a $200 duty-free exemption and the next $1,000 worth of the goods you purchased is subject to a flat rate of 3%. If the value of your goods exceeds $1,200, the remaining duty will be determined based on duty rates in the Harmonized Tariff Schedule.
Resident
"Resident" here basically means anyone who is not on a visitor's visa, and includes not only citizens and permanent residents (obviously) but also students (F1 visa holders), H1B visa holders etc.
Counterfeit goods
As asked in the comments, there are restrictions on importing counterfeit goods, but individuals are allowed to bring single instances of a counterfeit item so long as it is for personal use. So importing one knock-off Prada bag is fine, bringing two more for your friends is not (even if the counterfeit brands are different on each.) Full details are to be found here Customs Directive 2310-11A .
answered Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Alan MunnAlan Munn
703411
edited Jul 25 '16 at 19:32
answered Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Alan MunnAlan Munn
703411
answered Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Alan MunnAlan Munn
703411
answered Jul 25 '16 at 17:27
Alan MunnAlan Munn
703411
703411
@handroski No restrictions on what you can bring back (food etc not withstanding), but certainly you have to pay duty over and above a certain amount.
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
@handroski Well there are some restrictions on amounts of alcohol and tobbacco and of course agricultural/fresh food restrictions which are imposed by the USDA.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
Aren't there restrictions on counterfeits as well? Like if you buy a knock-off name brand watch or purse.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
Jul 25 '16 at 19:02
@RoddyoftheFrozenPeas Counterfeit goods are OK for personal use only cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2310-11a_3.pdf
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 19:28
@PeterM Thanks for the link. I've updated the answer since that link speaks more explicitly to the personal use issue.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 19:33
add a comment |
@handroski No restrictions on what you can bring back (food etc not withstanding), but certainly you have to pay duty over and above a certain amount.
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
@handroski Well there are some restrictions on amounts of alcohol and tobbacco and of course agricultural/fresh food restrictions which are imposed by the USDA.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
Aren't there restrictions on counterfeits as well? Like if you buy a knock-off name brand watch or purse.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
Jul 25 '16 at 19:02
@RoddyoftheFrozenPeas Counterfeit goods are OK for personal use only cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2310-11a_3.pdf
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 19:28
@PeterM Thanks for the link. I've updated the answer since that link speaks more explicitly to the personal use issue.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 19:33
@handroski No restrictions on what you can bring back (food etc not withstanding), but certainly you have to pay duty over and above a certain amount.
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
@handroski No restrictions on what you can bring back (food etc not withstanding), but certainly you have to pay duty over and above a certain amount.
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
@handroski Well there are some restrictions on amounts of alcohol and tobbacco and of course agricultural/fresh food restrictions which are imposed by the USDA.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
@handroski Well there are some restrictions on amounts of alcohol and tobbacco and of course agricultural/fresh food restrictions which are imposed by the USDA.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 17:30
Aren't there restrictions on counterfeits as well? Like if you buy a knock-off name brand watch or purse.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
Jul 25 '16 at 19:02
Aren't there restrictions on counterfeits as well? Like if you buy a knock-off name brand watch or purse.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
Jul 25 '16 at 19:02
@RoddyoftheFrozenPeas Counterfeit goods are OK for personal use only cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2310-11a_3.pdf
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 19:28
@RoddyoftheFrozenPeas Counterfeit goods are OK for personal use only cbp.gov/sites/default/files/documents/2310-11a_3.pdf
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 19:28
@PeterM Thanks for the link. I've updated the answer since that link speaks more explicitly to the personal use issue.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 19:33
@PeterM Thanks for the link. I've updated the answer since that link speaks more explicitly to the personal use issue.
– Alan Munn
Jul 25 '16 at 19:33
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You are a US citizen?
– Peter M
Jul 25 '16 at 17:23
Yes, US citizen flying out of LAX
– handroski
Jul 25 '16 at 17:24
With the number of people asking about bringing stuff the other way, I'm surprised that you would want to purchase electronics in India.
– Greg Hewgill
Jul 25 '16 at 20:48
@PeterM I don't think citizenship matters, only residency.
– phoog
Jul 26 '16 at 6:24
@GregHewgill I have heard that electronics are cheaper in India compared to the united states. A possible reason being the proximity to the manufacturer. Otherwise, I am not sure why this is true.
– handroski
Jul 28 '16 at 22:28