How many laptops can I take to UK?
I'll be traveling to England with a stopover in Dubai. I'm a student going to study in England and have two laptops (both Macbook Pros) and of course they're for my own use (can't seem to transfer the data from my old one to the new one so thats why Im taking both of them) and I was wondering if taking both of these would cause any problems at customs?
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You are taking two laptops for a plausible reason, which is to study in the UK, and the laptops are interdependent upon each other for data and analysis.
If you do not intend to sell these laptops, then we can turn to the guidance which says in part...
You can bring some goods from abroad without having to pay UK tax or ‘duty’ (customs charges), as long as they’re for your own use.
Source: Bringing goods into the UK
If challenged, you can be prepared to show that they are in use to support your studies. No big problems here.
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How many laptops can I bring on a plane to UK?
When carrying them in your check-in baggage, these devices must be completely switched off and must be protected from damage. You may bring a maximum of 15 electronic devices up to 100 Wh per passenger without requesting permission.Can I carry 2 laptops to UK?
You can only take certain electronic devices and electrical items on flights to the UK....Electronic devices and electrical items.Allowed in hand luggageAllowed in hold luggageLaptopYesYesTablet devicesYesYesMP3 playerYesYesHairdryer or straightenersYesYes4 more rowsCan I take 4 laptops on a plane?
The TSA do not state any limit for how many laptops you can bring on a plane: \u201cMultiple laptops are allowed through the security checkpoint.\u201d \u201cLaptops are allowed in carry-on bags with no quantity limitations.\u201dAre you allowed to travel with 2 laptops?
Not a big issue. I have flown with two laptops many times, including departing from London and other major American/European airports and no one ever questioned it. Agree it "shouldn't" be an issue if they are both yours but agree with others that it could be an issue if asked to confirm that.Cheap Apple products in UK | Buying laptop from COSTCO | Is laptop cost in UK Cheaper than India ?
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