Passport control and customs

These are some of the questions you may be asked and answers you will need to give when crossing country borders.

Passport control

could I see your passport, please?
where have you travelled from?
what's the purpose of your visit?
I'm on holiday
I'm on business
I'm visiting relatives
how long will you be staying?
where will you be staying?
you have to fill in this …
landing card
immigration form
enjoy your stay!

Customs

could you open your bag, please?
do you have anything to declare?
you have to pay duty on these items
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