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International Travels
Canadian Traveler
Q: Are purchases made by Canadian residents exempt from North Dakota sales tax?
A: Purchases made by Canadian residents are not exempt from North Dakota sales tax. Canadian residents shopping in North Dakota must pay the tax at the time of purchase. Canadian residents may obtain a refund of the sales tax paid on qualifying purchases. Goods consumed in North Dakota, including motel rooms, restaurant meals, etc. are not eligible for refund.
Qualifying purchases include goods purchased to be removed from North Dakota for use exclusively outside the state, taxable purchases are $25.00 or more per receipt and the refund request is $15.00 or more.
To obtain a refund on qualifying purchases, the Canadian resident must complete the Canadian Residents Request for Sales Tax Refund Form and mail it to the Tax Commissioner along with the original sales receipts.
Ports of Entry Information: For the latest updates on Ports of Entry into North Dakota including schedules, locations, and staffing, please visit US Customs and Border Protection.
Q: Are you able to make purchases even if you don't plan on staying overnight in the U.S.
A: Yes you are allowed to make purchases, however you are subject to duty fees. If you choose to stay overnight in the U.S., the following rules apply:
- 24 hrs, there is a CAN$50 duty and tax free exemption (if you spend more than CAN$50, you cannot claim this exemption)
- 48 hrs, there is a CAN$400 duty and tax free exemption
- 7-days, there is a CAN$750/per person duty and tax free exemption
There may be some exceptions to the rules. More about this can be found at:
http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/publications/pub/bsf5056-eng.html
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Family Travel
When traveling with children, you will want everything to go smoothly. While you can pick up items that you forgot to pack, if you forget vital papers, you may experience delays and increased scrutiny. These travel tips for family in the United States will ensure that you have the documents you need to avoid any difficulty when traveling with children. Click here for complete details. Click here for a printable Child Travel Consent Form.
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