Question about AIR3S plane customs

elescolta · Tuesday at 3:53 PM

Hi, basically I'm gonna be traveling to the US these holidays and while there. I was thinking of picking up an AIR3S back home, so I wanted to know if there's gonna be any problem is customs when going back to my country, could it be stopped and confiscated? I appreciate any feedback or advice

wco81 · Tuesday at 3:59 PM

You're going to be bringing in an Air 3S which you purchased in a foreign country but want to use on your visit in the US?

Shouldn't be a problem. You have nothing to declare, though if you still have it sealed in the box, customs agents might suspect you plan to sell it to someone in the US.

You don't go through customs when leaving the US.

It's more of an issue for Americans who purchase products of any kind, not just drones, in foreign country and bringing them back, not declaring it, to avoid duties or tariffs which would be paid by importers bringing the products into the US to resell here.

mavic3usa · Tuesday at 4:29 PM

America won't confiscate your drone while you are on your way home to Peru with your belongings.

GadgetGuy · Tuesday at 10:46 PM

If you are expecting to buy it here in the U.S., dream on!
We can't buy them here either! No stock!

If you buy it elsewhere, to fly while in the U.S., you should have no problem as long as you comply with all applicable FAA regulations for U.S. drone pilots before doing so. Returning to Peru with your property shouldn’t be a problem. Just have your prior proof of purchase from in Peru and show it to U.S. customs upon entry and departure.

PHZ · Wednesday at 10:32 AM

Go ahead and take the TRUST exam. This is an FAA requirement for all pilots. Carry a copy of your certificate with you, in case you get asked.
This is one place you can take it. It is easy and you cannot fail it. Takes about 15 minutes.