The travel notes

Before it comes home

The questions to ask about allowances, receipts, and your final quote.

Cross-border purchases can have destination-specific restrictions and duties. Check current official customs guidance for the country of arrival before confirming an unusual or high-value item.

Ask for an itemised quote that separates the item price, traveler fee, and any expected delivery or duty costs. Keep purchase receipts and confirm how an unexpected cost will be handled.

Never assume a traveler’s personal allowance makes every requested item duty-free. When a rule is unclear, pause the request until it has been checked.