January 2012 | Customs & International Trade Law Blog

Recent FDA Developments Handbook

I authored "Recent Developments in Food and Drug Law, 2012 Edition" which was just published by Thomas Reuters. It is part of a series called "Inside the Minds" written by attorney thought-leaders in food and drug law from the top law firms across the United States. It analyzes the latest food and drug laws, regulations and policies that affect food and drug companies. It also focuses on violations by persons and companies, and how to successfully defend any investigation by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) without having to go to court.

Can I Bring in More Than $10,000 to the United States When Travelling? / ¿Puedo Viajar Con Más De 10,000 Dólares A Los Estados Unidos?

I'm coming back into the United States and I need to bring in more than $10,000. I heard that you are not allowed to bring that much money into the U.S. when you travel. Am I allowed to bring in more than $10,000 to the U.S. when I travel? The simple answer to this question is: YES.

By Jennifer Diaz|2021-11-10T14:53:15-05:00January 10, 2012|Best Practices, Currency Seizure, Seizures, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)|41 Comments

Global Entry Program of U.S. Customs and Border Protection

U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Global Entry program is a smashing succcess. I have been a member for a few years, and have personally experienced its principal benefit of rapidly and easily clearing Customs upon arrival in the United States. Applicants must first pass a comprehensive background investigation Not everyone gets accepted, however, and for those people who have applied and been denied, there is an appeal process.

By Jennifer Diaz|2021-04-09T13:22:46-04:00January 8, 2012|U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)|Comments Off

Customs Broker License Denial for Poor Credit History

Hundreds of people apply every year to become a customs broker. Customs brokers are licensed by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The process requires passing a rigorous multiple choice examination, and then passing a background investigation. For many applicants who successfully pass the examination, they are denied a license because the background investigation revealed a poor credit history and rating. Don't give up hope.

By Jennifer Diaz|2012-01-08T15:00:12-05:00January 8, 2012|Customs Broker|1 Comment