What documents do I need for customs airport?

Going through U.S. customs You will be directed to a Department of Homeland Security inspection station when you arrive. Have your passport and SEVIS Form I-20 or DS-2019 ready. You will be asked to state the reason you wish to enter the United States.



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Officials at customs and immigration are checking travelers for things like whether they have the right documents to be in the country, whether they're legally allowed to be there, and whether they're bringing anything illegal with them.

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All travelers must complete a CBP Declaration Form 6059B itemizing all purchased merchandise and agricultural products. Here are your options: Complete a paper form that may be obtained at the port of entry or on the flight or cruise.

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If you are traveling by air, flight attendants should hand you a U.S. Customs Declaration Form (CF-6059). If you are arriving by land or sea, the immigration officer will provide you with the CF-6059 at the port of entry. Proceed to the Custom and Borders Inspection site near the terminal area.

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Generally, customs officers may stop people at the border to determine whether they are admissible to the United States, and they may search people's belongings for contraband. This is true even if there is nothing suspicious about you or your luggage.

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Apply for TSA PreCheck TSA PreCheck is one of a few government-run trusted traveler programs, designed to allow members to use expedited security lanes at more than 200 U.S. airports. With TSA PreCheck, you can speed through security without removing your shoes, laptops, belts or jacket.

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USA customs officials get the same information as anyone else when they scan your passport. However, in the US there is no customs or immigration when you leave the country. There's no reason that you should need your son's birth certificate at the airport.

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You can also use Customs Forms Online to help ship packages from your home or office using Click-N-Ship® service or enhanced Click-N-Ship version 2 service.

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