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U.S. Customs Regulations (Toll)
Customs regulations in the U.S. are enforced by the Department of Homeland Security, Customs and Border Protection. Their Web site is http://www.cbp.gov/. A searchable database of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) can be found here, including information importing food, pets and plants into the U.S.
Tobacco
You are permitted to bring 100 cigars or 200 cigarettes (one carton) into the U.S. duty free, or one roll ("stock") of snuff (snus) into the U.S. duty free.
Import of firearms
It is prohibited for Non-immigrant aliens to import firearms and ammunition to the U.S. There are, however, certain exceptions, e.g. in regards to hunting and government officials. For more detailed information and the downloading of the application for the permit, please visit the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms' website.
Money
There is no limit on the total amount of monetary instruments that may be brought into or taken out of the U.S. However, if you transport more than $10.000 in monetary instruments on any occasion into or out of the U.S., a report must be filed with U.S. Customs. The form FinCEN 105 (Report of International Transportation of Currency or Monetary Instruments) may be obtained when entering or leaving the U.S. from a customs official. Failure to declare currency in amounts over $10,000 may be subject to forfeiture and could result in civil and criminal penalties.