U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PATROL

U.S. Customs has the job of guarding the US borders which includes enforcing the revenue, trade, and immigration laws of the United States. There is a lot you need to know in order to travel out of country without delays and inconvenience. For example, you should know about "duties" (taxes), required declarations, registrations, duty-free exemptions, gifts, unaccompanied luggage, medications, shipping goods, drugs and firearms, embargos, pet requirements, passports, and so much more

Air Travel Document Requirements Documentation required for air travel to some countries has changed and you need to be aware of these changes to avoid delays, inconvenience, or ruined trips. Included are images of the documents that will be needed.

Land Travel Document Requirements The documents required are the same regardless of mode of travel (car, bus, train, or on foot) but there have been some recent changes related to crossing the borders with Mexico and Canada. Images of necessary documents are provided

Sea Travel Document Requirements Borders also exist on the seas. Make sure you are prepared for a no-hassle trip before you cruise the seas, by cruise ship, ferry or pleasure boat. Included are images of the documents that will be needed.

Alerts Important information and warnings about international travel. Warnings and alerts about such issues as foreign scams and buying foreign pharmaceuticals

Know Before You Go You should be aware of the rules for bringing items back from your trip. Contains everything U.S. residents should know before they go abroad.

Traveler's Checklist Tips, suggestions, and reminders about recommended practices and procedures for safe and hassle-free traveling

Top 10 Traveler's Tips More tips in a printable format