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Bringing a computer to China
Jun 1, 2006 13:37
  • BMCROW21
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I'm going to be traveling to Beijing mid-June and bringing along
a brand new apple laptop with me as a gift for a friend living
there. Is there anything that I should be aware of in terms of
customs? It's simply one computer in a laptop bag. Any advice
would be appreciated. ; )
Jun 2, 2006 03:48
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  • LEMONCACTUS
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I brought my laptop to China in March 06.

I carried it as hand luggage. I didn't have any problems although I went through Shanghai and not Beijing.

Leaving London however, anyone carrying a laptop as hand luggage was required to remove it from the bag, put it in a plastic bag and then put it through the baggage checks. Not a problem, it just took a little extra time!

Enjoy your trip.
Jun 2, 2006 03:52
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  • PINETREE
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I believe that u can just walk into China with your laptop slung over your shoulder - as used item. I used to do this myself.
Jun 2, 2006 03:58
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  • LEMONCACTUS
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oh .... lol.... I thought it meant 'customs' in the airport, not cultural customs !! oops!
Jun 2, 2006 04:43
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  • MAY001
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Wow, LC, I just thought the SAME thing with u. Custom? Custom! lol
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