Puerto Rico Customs Regulations

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Import Regulations

Applicable for residents of U.S.A and non-resident:

Exemption of USD 200 worth of dutiable items: for residents that travelled abroad more than once in a 30-day period or who have been out of the country for at least 48 hours. If the worth of the items brought in exceeds the above USD200 then the whole amount is dutiable. You may include with the $200 exemption your choice of the following:
50 cigarettes and
10 cigars and
150 ml (5 fl. oz.) of alcoholic beverages or
150 ml (5 fl. oz.) of perfume containing alcohol.
Exemption of USD 800 worth of dutiable items:for residents who have been out of the country at least 48 hours and their duty-free exemption was not used in the preceding 30 days. The duty-free allowances may include the following maximum quantities of:
Tobacco products : 200 cigarettes and 100 cigars.
Persons of 21 years or older 1L of alcohol
Other goods for personal use.
1L of alcohol when brought by over 21 years old.
meat or any products thereof (dried, canned etc.)
narcotics and some medication containing prohibited substances (see source website for more details)
absinthe (or other alcohols containing artemisia absinthium)
plants , seeds , vegetables, fruits
soil, livestock or animal pests
biological (bacteria cultures, fungi specimens, viruses and others for research and etc. permissible only with APHIS permit)
unprepared fish and fish eggs
imports from embargoed countries (Iran, Cuba, Myanmar, Sudan) and leather souvenirs imported from Haiti (drums)
endangered wildlife species and products thereof (for example clothing and accessories)
cultural artefacts from Byzantine period, Pre-Columbian period, Khmer sculptures (unless with permission)
dog and cat fur
items infringing trade and copyright regulations

Firearms - an advance clearance and written arrangements from Puerto Rican's law enforcement agencies are required for import. They can come only as a main baggage
Alcohol (wine, liquor) - when imported to mainland is taxable
Pets - cats and dogs must be accompanied by:
a health certificate, issued within 30 days at point of origin. The certificate must state that animals have lived in an area which has not been under quarantine due to contagious, infectious or transmissible disease
a rabies certificate issued within 6 months (if the animal is over 4 months old)
Birds require a health certificate issued immediately prior to shipment. The certificate must state that the birds were found free of psittcosis or ornithosis
Fish – allowed only if certified if coming from anywhere but North America
canned, smoked and pickled fish coming
Medication - all health related drugs need to be properly labelled (preferably in their original packaging) and the quantity should not excess the amount you would normally need for the duration of your stay. It is strongly advisable to accompany the drugs with prescription or written letter from your personal physician.

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Export Regulations

No restrictions on tobacco, alcohol or any other allowed items

Narcotics and some medication containing prohibited substances
Absinthe (or other alcohols containing artemisia absinthium)
Biological material (bacteria cultures, fungi specimens, viruses and others for research and etc. permissible only with APHIS permit)
Endangered species that have not been outlined by CITES convention. To make sure that your item is allowed contact Fish and Wildlife Service
Items infringing trade and copyright regulations

Cultural artefacts (e.g. Byzantine period, Pre-Columbian period, Khmer sculptures etc.) must be accompanied by permission
Endangered animals and plants and products thereof as outline by the CITES convention will require permit from CITES

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Health & Security

Basic health information for travelers to Puerto Rico

Basic security information for travelers to Puerto Rico

🩺 Basic Health Information for Travelers to Puerto Rico

All travellers should seek medical advice before travelling to the country and ensure that all appropriate vaccinations are up to date.

🛡 Basic Security Information for Travelers to Puerto Rico

Travellers should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate international terrorist attacks, which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.

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Contact Information

For further assistance please contact the Puerto Rican Customs authorities directly. They will provide the latest information about customs regulations and export-import procedures.

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Telephone

+17877666050/ +17877666063