Flights, TSA, travel within the USA, packages between USA and Poland, practical border matters.
Planning a trip to the U.S. and wondering how much cash you can take with you? Learn about the rules regarding cash transportation and the potential consequences of improper reporting.
Death in the USA — repatriation of the body to Poland: costs range from 8,000 to 15,000 USD, required documents, Polish consulate, cremation vs transport.
$10,000 is the threshold for the ENTIRE family/group traveling together, not a limit per person. How to file FinCEN Form 105, why splitting the amount is a crime, and how to protect legal money.
USPS-related SMS scams are one of the most common forms of phishing in the USA; learn how to identify fake messages, secure your data, and safely verify package statuses.
Traveling with a large amount of cash can be concerning; learn how to prepare the right documentation, avoid suspicion, and what to say (and what to avoid) when interacting with officials.
Learn whether TSA has the right to search cash during security checks and what your rights are as a traveler, including procedures and what to do in case of confrontation.
Car rental, tolls, national parks, insurance, safety — what to watch out for when traveling across the States.
Flights between the USA and Poland cost $500-2000 depending on the season and timing, with a full guide on when to buy (8-12 weeks in advance), which airlines (LOT, United, Polish Charter, Lufthansa), cheapest routes (NYC, Chicago, Newark direct), free price alerts (Google Flights, Skyscanner, Hopper), and miles + points strategies.
Polish medications for personal use can be legally brought into the USA if certain conditions are met: the medication is prescribed to the patient, in its original packaging, the quantity does not exceed ~90 days of use, and the medication is not prohibited in the USA (e.g., some codeine syrups, modafinil without a prescription). TSA allows medications in carry-on luggage WITHOUT the 100ml liquid limit — just inform the officer during screening. The FDA applies a 'personal use' policy — generally does not inspect individual travelers with medications for personal use. Medical marijuana, GHB, and certain psychotropics are federally prohibited even with a Polish prescription.
Shipping a package from the USA to Poland costs $30-300 depending on weight and speed, with a full guide comparing USPS, UPS, FedEx, and Polish couriers (Doroteq, EuroAmerica), costs per kg, delivery times, customs in Poland (€150 limit), what can be sent, restrictions, and how to ship cheaply amidst Christmas season chaos.
The TSA (Transportation Security Administration) screens all passengers at American airports, providing a comprehensive guide on REAL ID requirements (effective May 7, 2025), carry-on regulations, TSA PreCheck ($78/5 years — shorter lines), Global Entry ($120/5 years — immigration bonus), CLEAR, traveling with children, and Polish medications.