Can my sister under age 21 bring me back alcohol to the United States from Germany when she returns? Would there be any issue? What if I met her at the gate?
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Yes there will be an issue. If your parents meet her at the airport she may be escorted out to meet them (a customs officer will carry the alcohol.) Or it may be confiscated. There is another similar question on this site -- I'll see if I can track it down.– Roddy of the Frozen PeasJan 3, 2019 at 0:24
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Here's one: travel.stackexchange.com/questions/112872/…– Roddy of the Frozen PeasJan 3, 2019 at 0:28
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No, this is not legally possible. From Bringing alcohol (including homemade wine) to the U.S. for personal use:
It is illegal for travelers under the age of 21 to import alcohol - even as a gift.
You cannot meet her "at the gate" because she must pass through customs (where she must declare the alcohol) before she has an opportunity to meet you.
answered Jan 3, 2019 at 0:40
