Will FWS or U.S. Customs inspectors ask to see my eagle items?
You may be asked to present your items for inspection. If you have concerns about the sacred or ceremonial nature of the items you are transporting, discuss them with the inspecting officer. Although you may still be asked to show the items, inspecting officers will avoid handling the articles and make every effort to show respect for your religious or cultural traditions. What type of information do I need to complete a Form 3-177 for my eagle items? A Service or U.S. Customs officer will be available to help you complete your declaration form. To fill out this form, you must provide the following information: • Date of “import/export,” i.e., the date you enter or leave the United States (block 1). • The name of the port where you are declaring your items (block 4). • Your name, address, and phone number (block 13). • Species, type, country of origin, and number of eagle items (blocks 16a, 18a, 19a, 20). For example, if you are traveling with three golden eagle feathers from the Unite
