Re: [81attendees] Bring two HGWs entering Canada

[John C Klensin <[e-mail]>]

--On Wednesday, July 13, 2011 09:01 -0400 David B Harrington
<[e-mail]> wrote:

> you also might want to check with the customs department of
> your country to register that you are taking them out, so you
> don't get charged customs when bringing them back in to your
> country.
> 
> this can also be good to do for camera gear, computers, etc.

For those who are significantly concerned about these issues,
you should be aware that there is an option called a "Customs
Carnet".  They are recognized by most countries and permit you
to make a formal list of the things you are bringing and and
promising to bring back out, and to post a bond guaranteeing
that you will do so.

I don't necessarily recommend them: they aren't cheap, they
involve a certain amount of paperwork and general hassle
(including forcing you to go through "red", rather than "green",
customs lines so things can be checked off), etc.  But most
relevant countries recognize them and, if you are carrying
things that are large, very expensive, or otherwise likely to
excite customs officers, and to worry about that, they are an
alternative.

Check your local search engine for information about obtaining
one in your country.

     john