Category "customs-and-immigration"

I don't speak Chinese. Will I encounter any problems going through customs in Beijing?

I will be flying to Chongquing (CKG) through Beijing (PEK) with a Chinese friend to visit his home. I am American and speak practically no Chinese. Will I have

What is the customs process after entering Frankfurt International Airport?

For example, I have the Schengen visa issued by the embassy of Germany in Turkey. I've gotten the exit stamps on my Turkish passport and boarded the plane at th

Customs declaration when traveling to Germany

I'm a German citizen currently living in the USA. When I now visit Germany for a vacation, what items I bought in the USA do I have to declare at the customs?

How to fix name spelling when flying on China Southern Airlines?

My aunt booked our tickets through an agency and accidentally misspelled my mother's name. It only lacked one letter, though, but i know it could get crazy at t

Do I have to pay taxes on my Global Blue Purchases?

I am a US permanent resident. When I shop in Europe or some other countries, I can use the Global Blue program to shop tax-free (minus some fees). Do I have to

I have two passports/nationalities. How do I use them when I travel?

I am a citizen of two different countries, and have two passports. How should I use my passports when traveling?

Does Sint Maarten place exit stamps in passports with no entry stamp?

When entering Saint-Martin (Grand-Case airport) an EU ID card is accepted, whereas to exit from Sint Maarten (Juliana Airport) a passport is required. I wonder

U.S. port of entry procedures for families

I will be traveling to the United States soon with my wife and children (less than 5 years of age). My wife is not a U.S. citizen, but my children and I are.

I secured a visa for the US. What happens once I arrive at a US port-of-entry seeking admission into the country?

I have secured a visa for the US, be it an ESTA or another visa requiring me to go for an interview. My understanding is that obtaining a visa for the US does n

Is it allowed to bring snus to Saudi Arabia?

As the question states, is it allowed to bring snus (the Swedish tobacco pouches) into Saudi Arabia for own use when flying in? Note that I am not interested in

Schengen duration of stay

I currently have a type C visa (mult-entry for 90 days) issued from 30-07-2016 until 12-11-2016 by the Netherlands embassy. I want to travel on the 07-11-2016,

Is a credit card "proof of sufficient funds" to enter Ukraine?

The US State Department website has the following listed as an entry requirement for Ukraine: You must provide proof of ... sufficient funds for the duratio

Are Australians allowed to visit Nauru as tourists?

Are Australians allowed to visit Nauru as tourists? I heard media reports a while ago about restrictions on Australians and New Zealanders. Neither smartravell

What are the exact rules of temporarily importing personal items when entering the EU as a visitor?

The European Commision website mentions that: If you enter the EU from a non-EU country, goods having no commercial character in your personal luggage can be i

How long before I can re-enter the UK after Youth Mobility?

I complied with the rules by leaving after 2 years in UK and didn't overstay. It's been 3 months since I exited UK. I flew to the Republic of Ireland and have

Does an Australian need a visa to enter the UK? [duplicate]

Do I need a visa or stamp to enter UK from the Republic of Ireland? I have a 90-day tourist visa stamped in my passport on arrival. If I get

When am I eligible to return to UK post Youth Mobility Visa?

Would I have permission to go back to UK for a few weeks, after 6 months (post Youth Visa expiry), had passed? Notes: I have never overstayed in any country, I

Enter USA under VWP after K-1 visa issued

My wife's sister was has been issued a K-1 visa which is in her German passport. Once she enters the US under this visa, she has to marry her fiancé with

Is it okay to arrive in Europe with less than 400EUR?

I'm Brazilian, travelling to Switzerland as tourist and I'll stay for 22 days travelling around Europe. I don't need a visa. I'm carrying with me only 400EUR b

B1/B 2 visa cancellation or validity before my next vacation

I am trying to find out how can I check to see if my visa has been cancelled or not before my flight. I've noticed someone's was visa cancelled the day of thei