Travellers should also be advised that, once attached, the label cannot be removed without its destruction. The description and make of the article will also be noted on the form. If a traveller wishes to take steps to avoid unnecessary delays and facilitate reimportation of these articles, an appraisal report should be obtained from a qualified gemmologist, jeweller, or insurance appraiser, together with a signed and dated photograph of the jewellery. This should be accompanied by written certification that the jewellery in the photograph is the same jewellery identified in the appraisal reports. Travellers should be aware that this appraisal documentation may be expensive to obtain.
Jewellery is a sensitive commodity given special attention during customs clearance.
Travellers who are unable or unwilling to obtain documentation should consider leaving such jewellery in Canada to avoid problems when they return. This document is usually in the form of a letter signed by a military official. Commercial Goods Hand-Carried by a Traveller 13. This includes items such as computers, cellular telephones, and tools. Penalty Information 14.