Post #298272 by defaultet on Tue, Apr 10, 2007 9:12 PM

Well, maybe I spoke too soon. If you read the wording, maybe you're allowed 1 litre of Cuban rum if you're in Canada for more than 48 hours? Stupid.

"Personal Allowances for Americans Returning to the US after Less than 48 Hrs:

After a stay of less than 48 hours in Canada, a US citizen or resident may return to the US with:

• US$200 worth of goods per person, tax and duty free
• 150 ml (5 oz) alcohol and 10 cigars (non Cuban)
• Any purchases in excess of the US$200 allowance may be subject to duties and taxes.
• US citizens may buy these amounts daily.

Personal Allowances for Americans Returning to the US after More than 48 Hrs:

After a stay of 48 hours or more in Canada, a US citizen or resident may return to the US with:

• US$800 worth of goods per person, tax and duty free
• Purchases may include 1 liter of alcohol, 200 cigarettes (1 carton), and 100 cigars.
• Family members may combine their tax and duty allowances.
• Any purchases in excess of the US$800 allowance may be subject to duties and taxes.
• US citizens may buy these amounts once a month."