(20yo) Can I bring Alcohol into the us if I put it in my suitcase

Travel Hack
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You could say something like this:

"Hey, so I’ve got something to tell you, and it’s kind of embarrassing. I was trying to bring some alcohol into the UK, thinking I could grab a couple of bottles for us. But I didn’t realize that it’s not just about the legal drinking age in the UK — it’s also about bringing alcohol into the country when you’re underage. I’m 20, so I technically shouldn’t be doing that. Anyway, I got caught at customs, and they confiscated the alcohol. It was a bit of a wake-up call because I wasn’t expecting them to be that strict about it.

They didn’t fine me or anything serious, just took the bottles and warned me about the rules. It wasn’t a huge deal, but definitely a lesson learned. I guess I got carried away trying to bring something cool back for everyone, but I’ll make sure not to make that mistake again. I’m honestly just glad I didn’t get into more trouble over it. So yeah, no gin or lager this time, but I’ll find something else to bring back for you next time!"

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Just declare it on customs form.

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Marlon said:
Just declare it on customs form.

Our friend here is under 21 lol.

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The last time I traveled to the UK I just walked into the countries both ways. There wasn’t any customs desk or anything. It seems they’re very targeted in who they screen so unless you fit some profile they won’t even acknowledge your existence. I say there is a 0.5% chance of any problem. The penalty probably would be confiscation.

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@Riley
OP is entering the US, if I understand correctly. They will have to talk to someone 100% unless they have global entry, which is unlikely.

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Taran said:
@Riley
OP is entering the US, if I understand correctly. They will have to talk to someone 100% unless they have global entry, which is unlikely.

I just walked into SFO but the flight was from a Canada connection.

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@Taran
That rings a bell. But I still believe OP has a negligible chance of being caught.

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Riley said:
@Taran
That rings a bell. But I still believe OP has a negligible chance of being caught.

I’m inclined to believe so too, but I don’t think it’s worth the risk, personally.

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@Taran
Unrelated, but the Canadian customs people are nazis. Don’t play with those people.

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Just buy it in the States.

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Your of age family should go buy their own alcohol.

The risk of getting caught, while low, does present the possibility of you being denied entry.

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If you’re aware this has been asked many times before, why not look at those threads instead of starting your own?

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Greer said:
If you’re aware this has been asked many times before, why not look at those threads instead of starting your own?

90% of replies on other posts just say “yes, you can” and don’t describe how.

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@Wei
Checked bags.

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Yep do it all the time. As long as I’m under the limit.

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Morgan said:
Yep do it all the time. As long as I’m under the limit.

Are you over 21? OP is under the legal drinking age and that makes it illegal.

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Jai said:

Morgan said:
Yep do it all the time. As long as I’m under the limit.

Are you over 21? OP is under the legal drinking age and that makes it illegal.

Didn’t read the whole post, it’s too long. If underage don’t do it.

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