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What should I carry to US ? List of things to pack? Costly? USA baggage packing items

I still remember those days when I traveled to US for the first time as international student on F1 visa, where I packed at lot of stuff (three full bags 33 kgs each – Thanks to Lufthansa student promo), which was not necessary to carry. Due to incorrect information and poor guidance I carried way too much stuff than I needed. Typically, most of us, when we come to US for the first time we  try to multiply with our local currency and come up with a number and blindly consider “Oh god everything is expensive in US”. Let’s face it, compare the average salary in US with the average salary in India. The prices are relative. You have to carry only those kind of things that are not available in US or stuff that is very expensive.

This article discusses some of the very common things that are advised to be carried to US and what not to carry.  I am writing this article on List of things to pack to USA based on my practical experience as Student and working professional.

In reality, as a student, you either live anywhere in a shared apartment with few people or in student dorms by yourself. If you are living in student dorms, you do not need any kitchen related stuff. Personal care items and clothes are key.

Items to carry from Home Country ( India)

Health Care Items

Items to Carry to US

Reason to buy in home country (India)

Get over the counter general cough, fever medication like crocin, Benadryl, metacin, etc that you normally use. Be careful and look for expiration date, buy the recent ones with most expiration date.  You may get as much as you want. Recommended 4 strips eachOur physical body is used to generally used to the general medication we have in US. It is a good idea to have our regular medication until we adjust to this weather.
Eye glasses – at least 2 pairs. If Contact lens – based on how often you have to change them. If disposable advised to check online at Wal-Mart vision center  http://www.1800contacts.com/.Eye glasses are expensive in USA; average good pair price is around $150 – 200 USD for normal ones.  Similar case with contact lens, but some disposable lens are cheaper in US.
Medicines along with prescription for pre existing  medical conditions like Asthma, migraine, diabetes, etc.  You may be asked for prescription at the immigration check point if it is not over the counter. There is no limit for the amount of medicine you can carry. Check TSA website for medical conditions carry on list.It is not a good idea to change your existing medication as it is pre existing condition. You may get new prescription after review with doctor.

Personal Care and Toiletries

Items to Carry to US

Reason to buy in India

If you have any specific skin condition, then only get any soap. Otherwise NO need.You may not get the specific medical condition soaps you are prescribed in US right away, you may need to see doctor and get such soaps.
May be any Indian specific fairness creams, cologne that you are used to and not available globally. Gillette, Old spice, Axe, Tag are global brands. No need to carry these brands.You may not get fairness creams in small towns. If in big cities, you may get these items in Indian grocery store.

Clothing & other personal usage items

Items to Carry to US

Reason to buy in India

Undergarments. Get at least 15 pairs. Both tops and bottoms ! You may buy these in US eventually, but it would be hard for the first time until someone takes you to the store.You do laundry once 15 days and there is no concept of washing it hanging it every day. You get in shower naked and wash your undergarments with laundry once in 15 days.
Wallet, BeltsThese are a bit expensive here. But, if you want good brands, just get what you have.
Just one pair of Sneakers/ running shoes, slippers and one pair of Formal shoes.You get better models in US and cheaper too. Only for the first few months.
Just couple of pairs of Jeans and T-shirts, one formal dress( you won’t even use this, just backup)Couple of pajamas and shortsONLY couple pairs and these are only for first few weeks. Clothes are cheaper in US if you buy at the right time in SALE. You have to wear the US brands in US to look cool and trendy!
Couple of Bath towelsJust for first two weeks.  You get better ones here!
One leather or other good material Jacket, sweater and a  formal suit (optional, not needed )This is for first week or day. You should buy snow jackets and other woolen items in US. Indian jackets do not keep you warm for cold weather in US.

You should also read, Should you buy clothes from India or buy in US ?

Kitchen Items ( only if you plan to cook)

Items to Carry to US

Reason to buy in India

Pressure cooker with extra gas cuts and whistle.You do not get our style pressure cookers here everywhere. The ones available  in store are not good.
ONLY Home made Sambar powder, Rasam powder and Garam masalas. Not too much. Just few packs.ONLY HOME MADE Please. You get ready made powders by MTR, Everest, etc brands in US, do not need to carry. You may carry some if you are going to a very remote location in US where there are less Indians.

That’s all you need to carry. You do not need to bring anything. You can buy rest of the items here for cheaper price and better quality too. I will just put some list that you should not bring with reasons.

Health Insurance for Travel to US :

Having visitors health insurance is important for you, when you enter US to avoid any unforeseen health conditions, including when you are on transit to USA and in the first couple of weeks until your employer or school provides you Health Insurance. It is always a good idea to get Health Insurance from a US vendor, who can support you, when you are in US. We recommend Buying Visitors Insurance at Visitors Coverage – Visitors Insurance as they have US phone support and you can compare all insurance plans to buy cheapest that fits your need.

List of items NOT to carry from India

Health Care

Items NOT to Carry to US

Reason

Any medication that does not have a prescription on your name should not be bought here unless they are sold over the counter.It is not advisable at port of entry to carry any medication or drugs that do not have your prescription and you may be in trouble.

Personal Care and Toiletries

Items NOT to Carry to US

Reason to buy in USA

Soaps, Shampoo, Moisturizers, Conditioners, Deodorants,  after shave lotion, ear buds, nail cutter, mirrors, comb, perfume or cologne, shaving creams, Razors, etcAll these are very cheap in US and you are better off buying here.Make sure, you get all your current personal care kit to use for the first week. DO NOT BUY anything new, just get what you have.

Clothing & other personal usage items

Items NOT to Carry to US

Reason to buy in USA

NO woolen clothing like thermals, winter jackets, fleece, etc. Maybe just one small one for first few days, if needed for flight.It is good to buy in US, you get good quality. The stuff you buy in India will not stand the cold weather, especially, if you are going to be in zero degrees areas.
NOT more than 2 pairs as stated above about jeans, etcJeans, corduroy, t-shirts, shorts are very common and regular wear. You will get good deals here in US. Also, I believe you should wear local brand to be trendy !

Kitchen Items

Items NOT to Carry to US

Reason to buy in USA

Electric rice cookers or any electric related appliancesDifferent power specifications. Will not work
Non-stick pans, spoons, plates, dishes, tava, knives, any kind of kitchen utensils..DO NOT BUY in IndiaThese all are very cheap here and you get good quality. In reality, when three friends of you sign a lease and start to live in apartment, you all will share the expenses. So, it is good deal.
Masala powders, rice, oil, or any kind of dals. Unless you are going to a very remote place and there are no Indian or international grocery shops around.Everything is available in US! Do not buy these items. They might look high price, please  do not start multiplying everything with 50 !

Overall as someone said, “when in Rome, be a Roman”. Similarly, ‘when in America , be like an American ( at least lifestyle wise) ‘. Do make sure when you are packing for USA not to bring way too much stuff that is not needed.  It is advisable to buy clothes and other stuff here to get along well with the fashion and trend in US.

Also, before you travel, you should take care of things in your home country so that you do not spend a lot once back in US. Read Things to do in Home Country before travel to US

What are your thoughts ? Share your experiences…

   

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235 Comments

  1. Hi Kumar/Saurabh,

    Do we need to go US with Intnl roaming activated for our India SIM? I will be needing my India connection to be active for the OTP code we get while doing the online transaction.
    Any other suggestions please, as how other folks managed this online transaction part from US.

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      • Better to subscribe to international sim card like Matrix with 1 month Validity, international card. Useful while travelling to USA, intermediate stops, keeping connected with people in home country in case of flight delay and other unexpected issues. Also useful till you get local card.
        Also need to carry some USA currency for use at airports if required.

        Thanks
        Mangesh

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    • sang1,

      I updated the phone number of such accounts to my US number, wherever possible. If not, I gave my parent’s number so that they can receive the OTP and share it w/ me. The downside is I can generate OTP only when my parents are available to receive and send it to me.

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    • I live in US and still have my India(Airtel) mobile connection to receive OTP for online transactions. Airtel provides free international incoming messages, as long as I keep my connection active by paying the monthly bill. If you are coming here on a long-term, you could either convert your mobile connection to prepaid or switch to the lowest postpaid plan.

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      • When i was in US , i used to receive all the SMS at my Tata Docomo number which was a pre paid sim… It just had balance but all the incoming SMS were free.. so you need to either have a dual sim phone ( like i have) or keep an alternate phone…. Since i was on a month B1/B2 visa, I received all the sms sent on my indian sim, dont know if it would have worked forever…….. else Like American express card , you can ask your bank to send OTP in e mails too….

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    • Hi.

      Your normal prepaid sim card works fine. you can receive SMS for free(all bank otp works fine 95% of time, some time it gets delayed). Usual roaming charges are rs. 70 for incoming per min, 150 for outgoing and 15 for outgoing SMSs. I have been using for last 4 years. You need to keep balance 200 min for not getting disconnected out of service and some regular transactions. for that i keep my balance around this(200-300 rs) and and send out a sms around every 80 days. for post paid numbers you need to get international roaming activated.

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    • DONT USE INDIAN SIMS IN USA! Prohibitively expensive. For emergency use get a Matrix international sim of short duration. You can buy local Sims same day in USA

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  2. Hi kumar I will in Boston in Jan 16 .. Do you think I should buy thermals and leather jackets from india..thanks for all useful info

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  3. Pretty well explained article. It really helped me with my transition from india to US and inspired me to share more information on my experience.

    http://myfilmilist.blogspot.com/2015/12/moving-from-india-to-seattle-what-to.html

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  4. Hello All!

    Don’t forget to carry International SIM while traveling.

    #‎Traveling‬ ‪#‎USA‬ or ‪#‎HongKong‬ in this ‪#‎Winter‬? Buy Manana ‪#‎Mobile‬ ‪#‎Prepaid‬ ‪#‎SIM‬ Card and enjoy Unlimited free local calls and free incoming calls you’re traveling to.

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  5. Hii

    Need ur immidiate guidence.
    I am travelling to Morisville, NC, USA from Delhi, India.
    Wheather spices, pulses, besan, maida, suji, dalia is allowed in check in luggage. and whether there is a limit to carry the quantity.
    What should i avoid to carry to avoid custom checking.

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    • POONAM,
      I know they are against spices like jeera and cut fruits and non-veg pickles. But I am not sure about others. You can get most of these things in US.

      Also, if you do carry these things, make sure to tick the appropriate box in your customs declaration form. They may ask you to scan your check-in luggage and will pick out anything that’s not permitted.

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  6. I have a habit of sleeping with some extra pillows. What kind of pillows do we get in US. the indian ones that are a bit tougher and not the nylon smooth ones. I tried sleeping without them but it is almost impossible for me to adjust. do we get those in US ? DO i need to compromise on some items and carry these along?

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  7. whenever i see or heard someone going to us my heart aches every one around me is going to us either on student visa or on h1b. i couldn’t afford for higher studies when i got placed in a top software company i was very happy i dreamed that by working hard and improving my skills i will go to us one day but fate has some other cruel plans . after joining the company i got a copy paste project. well somehow got out of the project and i tried get into a technical project but nobody wanted a non technical person in their project. Amid of all this have to got married and had a kid(blackmail by parents).one fine day the HR guys asked me to either relocate or resign, so i had to resign since i have a baby. All of classmates who got technical projects are now in us. What makes me feel really bad is i didn’t even get a chance to prove myself. i am not even in touch with any of friends b’coz they are all working and are successful whereas myself i am doing nothing. i really wanted to commit suicide so that i don’t have to embarassed and feel that i am belwo my friends

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    • Life is all about choices we make, the good part is that we can again make some bold decisions and change the past. Do not get disheartened by others situation. I can imagine it may look a little hard, but it is not that bad to commit suicide. There is no reason to think about such acts, you can again sit down, think carefully and make some good decisions to get your life back on track. Talk to someone that you know well and whom you look up to and get their advice on how you can get back on track. You should never compare yourself with others and get disheartened. If you start comparing, it never ends….It should be just inspiration to pick up life and move on. No one will judge you, it is shame on them, if they judge you…you are what you are…everyone has their own personality and character…Take some time off and think about what can be done to get back where you want to go…do NOT give up on anything…

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    • Don’t be disheartened. You know you are the best in you, get a job in India and be happy with your family. Everyone has their own sad story of failure, but life doesn’t stop for them. Be happy and enjoy wherever you are. Ignore the people who are going US, jealousy is not good thing. I am in India and I am happy, try to support your family. There is no end of compare.

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    • Don’t complain about the status u r in. If u were not happy then u should have switched the company. U always knew that u r not getting the chance u deserve then y to continue doing it. Its very easy to accuse someone for your own failure.

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    • Dude, you are way serious about all this, But listen to me, every one gets chance someday.

      I have been struggling to get in to good long term project but look at my fate, I have been on bench where ever I go, either project gets closed or project gets completed too soon. just imagine 8 years in IT and 90% of time on bench, People around me thinks I am lucky but believe me I feel so bored, I keep exploring and doing some R&D but working on some challenging project is like something. But its ok I am updating myself with latest technologies. I am planning to do something out of box, trying to develop some tool or product of my own. Why to waste time when we got time and talent? All the best…..everything is there for reason….

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    • Deepa, Typically Airlines allow a carry on bag and a small bag for laptop. In my experience, I have not seen premium airlines like Emirates, include the laptop bag to weight of allowed 7 Kg. You may check the airline website or call them, if you need more clarity.

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    • Deepa, while some getaway carrying rice, I do not think it is allowed due to customs rules. You can take all of the rest, make sure you put them in the check-in baggage.

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  8. All the best to every one going to USA. Have a happy and prosperous life. I wish i can go but i am struck in India for lifetime and there is nothing i can do about it

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  9. I am going to Portland for study purpose.. I need a one bedroom apartment at Beaverton or Portland within $800.. is there any one in Portland who can help me.. I am a lady architect from Kolkata, India..

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  10. Thanks Mr.Kumar and all for your guidance.
    I would also like to know if one should carry a smartphone and laptop from India or purchase there in Alaska.

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    • Well, you may carry a temp phone. Usually, if you sign-up for a post paid mobile plan, you will get a phone for free with contract. As far as electronics are concerned, US is always a better place to buy it. Alaska is still part of USA, I suggest you buy it in US. You may check with seniors at the college, to get some info around the city and shopping options.

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  11. Hi Everyone,
    Could some one please suggest the following and also if anyone can help me out:
    My Brother and his family are travelling to Parsipanny NJ, in next week, Could someone help me out in giving suggestions or guidance in finding the Flat or Apartments for them. My concern is with the Cute little princess who is just Two and a Half Yr.

    Please could someone help me out.

    Regards,
    Raja

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  12. Dear Kumar, my brother is going to Alaska Fairbanks university in August. So if you could suggest what should he carry with him bcoz as Alaska is climatically more challenging compared to other USA states we are really worried.

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    • Try contacting the Indian student group in that university generally every university in US have one. But lot of Winter jackets, gloves for sure specially leather ones(its very costly in US)…food wise you cannot do much….good luck

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    • Deepa, Yes, it is cold. I used to live in a place that was -40F, just like Alaska…All I can suggest is that besides the above list of items. It is good to carry some extra thermal wear, gloves as it would be required for the cold weather. Also, my suggestion would be to buy some basic few pairs of these items in India and buy rest of them in US itself in Alaska, the sole reason is the quality of the stuff you get there is good and it will hold the cold better.

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  13. Hello Kumar,All
    (1). Is international driving license mandatory to rent a car ? Won’t Indian driving license work for first 3 months ?
    I want to pack up few things and send them via courier to US. Any idea what is the best/cheapest service to use. I am moving to Austin . TIA..
    Also, is this option recommended at all ?

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    • 1. It depends on the rental agency. Typically, rental agencies like Enterprise do not ask for international driving license. You can use your general Indian driving license for the first 6 months to one year.

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  14. HELLO!
    hey i m travelling ti dallas, texas! in Nov month end.Howz the temp ? Do i need to carry anything specific for texas.
    Can you suggest good hotel options ,
    Thanks

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  15. Mr Kumar . That is really helpful thank you very much for the suggestions.
    please help me with this .
    Can I carry a Fat burner(Black mamba) with required protein powder from India to US???

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  16. HELLO!
    hey i m travelling ti dallas, texas! i want to take my hair dryer and curling rod the! i just want to ask whether i can take it or not? n we can buy our own washing machine? plz guide me!

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    • Check the specifications on your electrical app. If it says 110 V -220V,than no need to worry. Otherwise buy a 110 V to 220 V conve rter. Price 300 – 600 INR.

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      • Hi! Amarnath, I’m joining TCU in Aug 15. With your experience in Dallas, what items are recommended for the students in addition to the ones listed? Would be grateful if you could share your experience and No. of some Indian students.

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  17. Can i get my own Philips Hair dryer /Hair straightner from India to USA.as i will be staying there for long .Just wanted to confirm if they will work there or do i need to bring any accessories in order to make use of it.

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  18. Hi,
    I am traveling to Marysville, OH for the first time in mid- october for 3 -4 months. Is it advisable to carry rice, spices and other dry food items in the check-in luggage. I am not sure if much Indians are there, so probability of local market seems to be less. Would it be fine to carry 1-2 kg of floor also? And as I read above for deo, telcam, shaving razor, shaving cream and all that, is it fine to carry those personal care stuff? or they are objectionable?

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  19. Hi,
    I am travelling to usa for 3 weeks…i want to ask if i can carry my hair straightener in my checked luggage??? And also that i have an american tourister bag that is around 40kg capacity…can i carry it rather than two seperate bags of 23 kgs each????

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  20. Hi,
    Good info there!

    I am relocating from Abu Dhabi to Dallas in 2 weeks time and have lots of usual kitchen stuff like rice, pulses, cereals, spices etc. which I’ll not be able to consume in the coming 2 weeks.
    I was planning to pack them well in either air tight containers or zip pouches and put them in the luggage bags.
    Is it alright to carry them in my luggage? or do you think the immigration authorities will throw them?
    I don’t want stuff to be thrown away at the airport. In case I can’t bring them along, I would like to give it to someone here.

    Please let me know. Thanks!

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    • Hi Riddhi,
      You can carry them in your check-in luggage as long as they are dry and do not contain any liquid/moisture and for personal use. Well, at the customs site, it is always at the discretion of the officer…there is no guarantee that they will go through, if the officer decides to throw, they have the right to dump them. In my view, you should be fine..I have seen many carry them, including me almost a decade ago and went through fine…

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      • Hi Kumar,

        Thanks for your reply. Another question.
        How about the generic medicines (crocin, paracetamol, antacids etc.)? Since i brought them in India from the medical shop, I do have a bill for those, but no prescription from the doctor?
        Is the bill enough? There may be 3-4 strips of each generic tablet.

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        • Hi Riddhi,
          It should be totally fine for over the counter medicines, the bill should be fine. I carried about 10 strips, it is fine :). They are over the counter medicines, just carry the bill.

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          • Hi Kumar,

            Is it an issue with any quantity of rice? Is it okay to pack the unused rice (2-3 kgs) I have, in my check-in luggage? Since the rice is unpacked now, I will have to repack in may be zip pouch etc. Is that allowable?

            Also, what about the usual kitchen spices? Can i again pack them neatly in zip pouches and put them in my check in luggage?

    • Hi Riddhi if you are using a zip lock pouch for all the pulses that should be fine. I would suggest not to carry rice as the immigration officer in Abu Dhabi had asked us several times if we were carrying rice. Put all the spices n pulses in your check in luggage. Don’t carry anything in your cabin luggage. Good luck with the moving !

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  21. Hi , my husband is travelling to Plainville in USA on 5th September this year. Could you please let me know how the weather is and what need to be carried.
    He is on official trip for 45 days so is it necessary to carry utensils also. this is the first time that he is going to travel to USA
    Padma

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  22. Hello,
    I am going to Riverside,California on September 5th.I heard from seniors that the climate over there is very dry and desert type.So what type of clothing should I buy in India.Can I buy most of my clothing over there? as Christmas sale starts very soon.
    What are the eatables that I can take with me, like sweets,dryfruits etc.,?
    you have mentioned not to buy kitchenware in India,are they cheap in California ?
    Please clarify my doubts
    Thanks

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    • You can carry non-perishable food items, however don’t carry anything in your cabin luggage. You can carry 2 or 3 utensils with you for emergency. Everyone advises not to carry them, however it all depends on your situation. If you are going to travel with family n r going to be in a hotel for sometime then its better u carry some food items. You are not going to be going out shopping on the 1st day right. I have no idea about the weather in CA, hence wont be able to suggest on the clothing. Its advisable to not buy any winter wear from India.

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  23. I am traveling first time to Charloll!, onh C.rolln. 2827, United States from Bangalore Karnataka( India). So please give me the suggestion to what are all i need to carry and how much money require to travel.

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    • Hey I travelled from B’lore to New Jersey last month with my family. The things mentioned above says it all. If you are carrying any electronic items then don’t forget to bring a 3 pin plug converter/adapter. Our Indian plugs don’t fit in the sockets here. Do not bring rice or pickles. The immigration guys will stop you. You can buy them at the Indian stores here. If you are travelling with a baby be sure to carry some baby food. Use zip lock pouches to carry them. It makes it easier. Let me know if you need any further info. Gud luck !

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  24. Hi ,
    I am moving to Texas , Dallas on 18th Aug from India .
    Howz the temp ? Do i need to carry anything specific for texas .

    Anything which will help me . Pls guide me .

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    • Hey Vivek its summer here now. U don’t even need a jacket actually. Don’t buy any winter wear from India. They are of no use here. Ensure not to carry rice & pickles in particular. U will be held at immigration for this and searched thoroughly. Let me know if you need any more info. I had so many questions when I came in last month. Happy to help. Gud luck !

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      • Hi Anon,

        I have written a similar query above. I am also moving to Dallas in about 2-3 weeks time.
        Is it an issue with any quantity of rice? Is it okay to pack the unused rice (2-3 kgs) I have, in my check-in luggage? Also, since the rice is unpacked now, I will have to repack in may be zip pouch etc. Is that allowable?
        Also, what about the usual kitchen spices? Can i again pack them neatly in zip pouches and put them in my check in luggage?

        Please let me know. Thanks!

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        • Rice is not at all allowed. so avoid it. Spices are fine in check in luggage. You will get everything in terms of groceries in Dallas similar to India. Subzi mandi, indian bazaar, patel brothers, indopak groceries. there are so many in and around Dallas don’t worry of food over there for sure.

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  25. Hi,
    Found the above post very useful. I am here in Michigan, US from past 8 months.
    Due to improper knowledge, I brought here 6 pairs of thermals, of which i have used only one pair !! the other 5 pairs have remained untouched. I would say, you don’t really require thermals unless its like the polar vortex when temperature is -20 to -40 deg. C. Because, unlike India, we get to live here in a thermally controlled environment – Home, office and even Car. The only moment you are exposed to cold is when you get out of office to sit in car and get out of car to walk back home.. !
    Also, I purchased new electric trimmer kit which again was useless as things run off the 120V supply here. Though these may seem small things, eventually, when you weigh your baggage on the machine at airport, you end up removing something or the other. So plan to bring in less items. Just basic necessities.

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  26. Salam
    Im from pakistan and moving 1st time to USA permanently.
    Where should we stay? Any state name please.
    What should we carry with us?
    And what jobs would be easily get there?
    And how can find a rent apartment there?
    Please guid.

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  27. Hey All,

    I will be travelling to Jefferson City, MO; most likely by mid of February this year along with my wife and 4 year old kid. Could you please help me identifying items that we must have on our packing list? Considering temperature there, it seems it is going to be very cold there very much unusual to us. Please share your ideas.

    Thanks,
    Gagan

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    • hi i am also moved recently in dec i have 10months child………. so many people told its not good to move with ur child but after we came we feel its ridiculous in home the temperature is in our hands because of heaters ….. one important thing is children are more adjusted with cool than us,even in cool temp my child even not having shivering . n i have to took 2 r 3 pairs coats n sacks n caps but only when we r going out side 1jacket is enough n 1 for just normal that one is used in home if temp in home less ……
      but u must carry medicines for u n for ur children is better …… for first few days take ur child food with ur hands means cerelac , milk powder like that if u r child is elder one then u carry dal n rice for few days so u have to cook even simple curry’s with that in hotels also they provided stoves so u have to carry cookers n mixi…. steel vessels also with thick base non stick pans are cheap in us so tha are optional but carry more dresses

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  28. Hi ,
    I am traveling to Ann Arbor, Michigan by 1 st week of January on a business visa. My stay will be for 6 weeks. I heard January is a peak winter time and will be difficult to manage the cold. can you please suggest the necessary winter clothing for the travel? I find the winter clothing here in India to be too expensive.

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    • I am in detroit .. If you are coming to Michigan .. better get as think winter jacket as you can … .. this is required for going outside .. When u r in the house u can relax in minimal cloths are all apt. house are chafing heat .If you do not have a car immidately and if you do not know any one i would recommend you to get some ready made powders etc .. wish you luck ..

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      • I am in detroit .. If you are coming to Michigan .. better get as thick winter jacket as you can … .. this is required for going outside .. When u r in the house u can relax in minimal cloths are all apt. house are centrally heat .If you do not have a car immediately, and if you do not know any …one i would recommend you to get some ready made powders etc .. wish you luck ….

        here is the site for indian grocery store in an Arbor
        http://www.yelp.com/search?find_desc=Indian+Grocery+Store&find_loc=Ann+Arbor%2C+MI

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  29. I will be travelling to the US next week to and i have few concerns on what are safe to be carried.

    Utensils
    Pressure cooker, a couple of frying pans, a vessel and some spoons.- Could you please help me know if this might be considered as a heavy baggage and lead to problems at the customs?

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