READ THIS: Bringing your jewelry and personal effects into Canada for the SNAG conference !

If you plan on bringing jewelry and personal effects into Canada during the SNAG conference and are NOT a Trunk Show participant, this info is for you:


Please be sure that when you bring your work (jewelry/objects/etc.) into Canada it is HIGHLY recommended that you document every piece, including personal jewelry with photos and item numbers.  While most people will not have receipts for their jewelry, they should find a way to prove they came into the country with their pieces so as not to be taxed on the way out.


More information:
You can find information on streamlined border processes by going to the International Events section of the A-Z Index of the CBSA Web site at www.cbsa.gc.ca. These streamlined border processes facilitate the entry and exit of people and goods temporarily entering Canada to participate in conventions, international sporting competitions, political summits, research expeditions, meetings, trade shows and incentive travel.


Helpful link for forms and customs information:
http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/pub/bsf5082-eng.html#s2x3


Excerpts:  Entering Canada to work or study
When entering Canada to work for less than 36 months or to study, you can temporarily import your personal and household goods (such as furniture, tableware, silverware, appliances and motor vehicles) duty-and tax-free, as long as the following conditions are met:

  1. The goods cannot be used by a resident of Canada;
  2. You are not permitted to sell or otherwise dispose of the goods in Canada; and
  3. You must take all non-consumable items with you when you leave the country at the end of your temporary residence.


Preparing to enter Canada
Prior to their arrival in Canada, temporary residents are advised to prepare two copies of a list (preferably typewritten) of all items to be imported temporarily, indicating the approximate value, make, model and serial number, where applicable.
Since jewellery is difficult to describe accurately, it is best to use the wording from your insurance policy or jeweller's appraisal and to include photographs that have been dated and signed by the jeweller or a gemologist. This information makes it easier to identify the jewellery when you first enter Canada, and later if you return from a trip abroad with this jewellery.

Declaring your goods
When you arrive in Canada, you should give your list of goods that are accompanying you to the border services officer at the first point of arrival in Canada. The border services officer may ask you to leave a security deposit for your goods, which will be refunded to you when you export the goods from Canada. Should this occur, the officer will issue a Form E29B, Temporary Admission Permit, retain a copy and give you one for your records.


You and the border services officer
You may occasionally find yourself going through a more detailed inspection. In some cases, this simply means that you may have to complete a form. In other cases, the border services officer will need to identify the goods you are bringing into the country or examine your luggage.


Border services officers are legally entitled to examine your luggage as part of their responsibility to protect Canada's safety, economy and environment. You are responsible for opening, unpacking and repacking your luggage. We appreciate your cooperation.


In addition to the activities mentioned above, border services officers may arrest an individual for an offence under the Criminal Code (e.g. impaired driving, outstanding arrest warrants, stolen property and abductions/ kidnappings) and for infractions under other acts of Parliament (e.g. the Customs Act, the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act). If you are arrested, you may be compelled to attend court in Canada. You should note that anyone arrested in Canada is protected by, and will be treated in accordance with, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

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How would you suggest people document their PIN SWAP items - will that raise a red flag to customs if we come in with 50 pins and leave with 0? Or should we document them as "Free Samples" with a low monetary value?

Emiko, I posted added info below. Regarding pins for the pin swap, they are gifts and considered exempt as long as they are claimed.

TRUNK SHOW PARTICIPANTS:
Here's the scoop about customs and bringing jewelry in and out of Canada straight from the mouth of an agent in Chicago (via Pam Robinson, SNAG Board Chair for the conferences):

-This is the link to the form that need to be printed out & filled out:


http://forms.cbp.gov/pdf/CBP_Form_4457.pdf


-Because people will have many more items than what they can list on this form, they need to create an itemized list of the items that will be brought in & out of Canada. It is also recommended they have picture/photocopies of the pieces as well.


-They must bring this form (CBP 4457), their itemized list AND the jewelry to a Customs & Border Protection office. They must have the jewelry with them, in addition to the images, for verification. For most, the Customs & Border Protection office this will be at the airport and is open 24 hours. Many large cities have a local office. Check on line at http://www.cbp.gov/


-This form needs to be 'approved' by an agent any time between today until their departure date. If they are unable to get to the airport before leaving for Toronto and must wait until their departure date, it is strongly recommended they find out ahead of time where the office is at the airport and arrive at the airport at least 2-3 hours ahead of time. This is to make sure they are able to get it done in time as to not miss there flight.


-There is NO fee for this and by having this, they are guaranteed no fee/tax on their merchandise coming in and out of the country.


-This form must be with them when leaving and returning to the US.


-This is not necessary when bringing a few pieces of personal jewelry in and out but couldn't hurt.


-Regarding pins for the pin swap, they are gifts and considered exempt as long as they are claimed.


The above is actually directed to those who are participating in the trunk show.
This is what they need to do to get their merchandise across the border and back.
Regarding taxes to be paid on merchandise sold, SNAG is working on that right now. They have filled out the forms and are working with the Canadian government to sort it out. The trunk show participants don't need to worry about this as SNAG is taking in the money and processing the sales.


Thank you to Pam Robinson!!

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