Individuals visiting the Laboratory on official business should contact the Affiliate Section of the Travel Office to discuss authorized travel expenses. In many cases, the Laboratory will pay for shipping professional books, clothing, and personal effects that are needed immediately. Again, carefully read the travel and reimbursement policy that has been sent to you. You may also check with your host or with the Laboratory Travel Office. You may send belongings by air freight, through a shipping company, or through the postal system.
Surface mail is the cheapest method but can take as long as three months.
Send your belongings to your Los Alamos address or in care of someone you know in Los Alamos. The Laboratory is unable to accept or store personal belongings. A travel agent or an officer at an American consulate can give you a complete description of the items you may bring into the United States duty free. Do not bring meats, fruits, vegetables, or plants unless you obtain special permission. There is also a prohibition against clothing made from the skins of endangered wild life.