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Old Aug 13, 2010 | 8:35 pm
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Originally Posted by Southern Sky
I didn't declare them thinking that I only have to declare fresh foods, This is my honest misunderstanding. it was my fault that I should have declared them, but I usually don't bring any food in besides some chocolates I sometime purchase at the airport. I was told that if foods was processed, it's ok to bring it in, but nonetheless, it was my mistake not declaring them.

Yes, but even if it's permitted, you still need to declare it. Chocolates included.

It's best not to bring in any food at all. That way you can check "No" and be telling the truth. Just my $0.02.
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