- If you encounter difficulties clearing customs, contact:
Nadia Hamid (work) +1-505-992-7609 or Melissa Mann (mobile) +1-505-316-4010
- If you are stopped by Customs, and they require you to have a broker to clear your shipment, tell them that our broker for the International Folk Art Market | Santa Fe is located at the Port of Albuquerque. Ask them to forward your goods as a baggage entry in-bound to Albuquerque. Contact the Acting Broker: D'Ann L Brown Customs Broker, 3201 University Boulevard SE, Suite 101 Albuquerque NM 87106, Tel: +1-505-359-2355, Fax: +1-505-359-2356, Email: brown@intlimportbrokers.com
- The standard Customs limit is around $2,500 before a broker is required. However, that limit varies depending on the type of items being declared. Also, a Customs official may require a broker for other reasons as well.
- The best policy when communicating with a Customs agent is to be truthful and willing to work things out. Penalties apply to false statements and declarations.
If you are certain that you will need a customs broker’s assistance during entry into the U.S., you should contact IFAM in advance at nadia@folkartmarket.org. Please provide information on the date of your arrival, airport of entry into the United States, and flight details