Bring it home
Before buying food gifts
Packaging does not decide what you can bring home.
Before buying food, check the official customs or biosecurity guidance for the country you will enter. Requirements depend on the ingredients, product and destination.
For example, US Customs and Border Protection tells arriving travelers to declare food and agricultural items. This is a US-specific example, not a worldwide rule or a guarantee that a particular item is allowed.
Keep ingredient labels, check expiry and storage instructions, and choose quantities you can carry. Ask about allergens when buying snacks to eat during the trip.
Your quick checklist
- Check your destination’s official rules
- Read ingredients and expiry dates
- Retain the original packaging
- Make the required declarations
Read the original guidance
When entering the United States, what items must I declare? US Customs and Border ProtectionCheck the linked official guidance for current conditions before acting.