Is it common practice for customs agents to see travel funds before allowing me to board for trip to United States

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When leaving Malaysia for United States, is it necessary to pay customs agents for luggage for travel in Malaysian airport? Also is it necessary to show customs agent travel money?



Best Answer

There are no duty fees applied to checked baggage when departing Malaysia, assuming you are not exporting large amounts of commercial items, alcohol, tobacco, etc. The only baggage fees would be those that the airline might impose.

You do not need to prove financial ability when departing Malaysia, the only country that would be concerned about your ability to support yourself while traveling would be the USA when you arrive.




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Can US Customs check your bank account?

US border agents are asking travelers to hand over their phones and access to their online accounts \u2013 be it Facebook, bank accounts, text messages and/or photos \u2013 according to a Houston immigration lawyer.

What information can immigration officers see?

The officer will inspect your passport, looking for verification that you've been given permission to be in the U.S., as well as any information that might prohibit you from doing so. If entering on an immigrant visa, you will need to hand over the sealed, unopened envelope containing your immigration file.

How do I show proof of travel funds?

Generally, there are several recognized ways to prove your financial sufficiency:
  • A personal bank statement indicating your financial movements (for at least 3 last months)
  • Credit card.
  • Cash.
  • Traveller's cheques.
  • Payslips.
  • Proof of employment.


  • What are customs agents looking for?

    In fact, the CBP assesses all people who arrive by airplane, overland vehicle, ship or on foot and want to enter the U.S. The job of U.S. customs agents is to search for banned agricultural products and counterfeit goods, but they also are trained to seize street and pharmaceutical drugs, illegal immigrants and ...



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