Originally Posted by
wilp888
Before I got GE, I asked twice whether I had to declare snacks like candy, etc. and both times I was told if anything can be eaten, it had to be declared so technically, cookies have to be declared. I would not risk the tremendous convenience of GE. Although the chance that you would be caught is very slim, they emphasized at the interview that they have a zero tolerance policy. You will not be delayed much as you can cut in line after you get the X on the printout.
I'd really hate to loose my GE membership, due to the fact that I did not declare cookies. I guess I'll try out the line cutting privilege when I go through IAD.
Was told the exact same thing. In fact I saw one of these reality shows on customs and border patrol and a fellow entering the US was given a secondary search after his customs declaration and he was found to have a sandwich in his back pack. The customs officer asked him if he knew he was suppose to declare it and he said yes, he was fined $300.00 as the customs officer after looking at the numerous entries in and out of the US said he should have known better. I value my GOES at a lot more than $300.00
Oh yeah, I remember that show. I believe it was Homeland Security USA.. I would prefer to skip the fine and revocation of my GE membership. I bet that taught him not to bring in undeclared food!