Duty Free US/Canada

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Last Updated: December 22, 2024

Age Suitability

Duty Free US/Canada is recommended for users 18 years of age and older.

Why 18+?

Duty Free is a customs declaration assistance tool designed for adult travelers who are responsible for making official declarations to US Customs and Border Protection. The app involves:

• Legal Declarations: Preparing information for official customs declarations, which carry legal obligations and potential penalties for inaccuracies
• Financial Tracking: Recording purchase prices and calculating duty owed to the US government
• Regulated Items: Information about age-restricted products including alcohol (21+) and tobacco (18+)
• Immigration Implications: NEXUS eligibility tracking, which affects trusted traveler status

Making false or inaccurate customs declarations can result in fines, seizures, and criminal charges. For these reasons, the app is intended for adults who understand and can assume responsibility for customs compliance.

Content Categories

The app contains the following types of content:

• Regulatory Information: US customs rules, duty rates, exemption limits, and prohibited item information
• Financial Data: Purchase prices, duty calculations, and exemption tracking
• Age-Restricted Products: References to alcohol and tobacco regulations (but no promotion of these products)
• User-Generated Content: Receipt photos, product photos (from camera or photo library), and trip notes
• No Objectionable Content: The app does not contain violence, adult themes, gambling, or other mature content beyond regulatory information

Legal Context

This app helps users prepare for interactions with US Customs and Border Protection. Users should understand:

• Customs declarations are legal documents with penalties for false statements
• The app provides estimates and guidance only—not legal advice
• Users are solely responsible for accurate declarations
• Customs rules change frequently and the app may not reflect current regulations

Data and Privacy

All data is stored locally on your device. The app does not collect personal information, use analytics, or share data with third parties. See our Privacy Policy for complete details.

Parental Guidance

If a minor uses this app, we strongly recommend:

• An adult should supervise all customs declaration preparation
• An adult should verify all purchase entries and calculations
• An adult should be the one making actual declarations to CBP
• Minors should understand they cannot legally declare alcohol or tobacco as their own

Contact

Questions about age suitability? Email support@thefoxandunicorn.com