US Entry Guide Procedures-Bill of Materials

America has always been a symbol of freedom. As a superpower, the prosperity here attracts many people, and many people also want to travel to the United States. So what are the procedures and details about entering the United States? Let's take a look at the tips for getting started smoothly.

: customs declaration form

1. Name, copy the first page of passport; Middle name, China people don't have it, just leave it empty.

2. Date of birth, first page of passport.

The number of people accompanying you refers to the family. How many people have entered (one for each family, then one is empty, and two people fill in 1 (the person who filled in the form already represents 1, and is with your people, of course, 1.

Just fill in the address of your first night in America.

On the passport, the country name "China" is written.

6. Passport number, refer to the first page of passport.

7. Country of residence: China passport does not have to live in China. Generally fill in "China".

8. You have been to those countries before you came to the United States this time. You don't need to fill in for more than half a year.

9. Fill in the flight number.

10.B 1 business, check "Yes"; Please choose "No" for traveling and visiting relatives.

1- 14. For travel, please selectNo.. /kloc-families under $0/0,000 do not need to declare. If you exceed it, you can, but you must declare it! All meat, fresh fruits and vegetables are not allowed.

15. The first box is filled in by American citizens and green card holders, and the second box is filled in by "tourists". If you don't have more than $65,438+00,000 on you, you can leave it blank.

Note: Please sign your Chinese name at the signature and date (consistent with the passport signature, the date is the date of arrival in the United States. If you have anything to declare, please fill it in at the back.

entry procedures

After the plane arrives at the American airport, passengers will enter the immigration hall under the guidance of airline personnel. Passengers must go through immigration formalities at the first American port of entry, whether they arrive at their final destination or have to transfer in other cities in the United States.

Entry stamp

Data submission and introduction

American customs officials are most interested in two things: one is the purpose of the visit, and the other is the expected stay time. The answer is best to be short and direct, and avoid gilding the lily. If you don't know, please answer I don't know, rather than just answer yes or no, so as not to be self-defeating.

Customs inspection I-94

I-94 was originally a white card to record your stay in the United States. However, since the end of April 20 13, the I-94 form has been digitized, and all foreign passengers no longer need to fill it out when entering the United States from the airport or seaport.

After checking your information, the customs officers will stamp your passport and fill in the date of stay, and pay attention to checking the allowed stay time. If in doubt, please ask in time. The US Customs website can also check your stay time.

Note: Passengers who need to prove their legal residence status in the United States in writing to a third party can log on to the website of Customs and Border Protection.

Visa interview skills

Self-confidence: American psychology, they respect confident people. When talking to the visa officer, talk to him in a communicative tone, and be careful not to make a long speech. When you can't hear clearly, dare to say, I'm sorry, I didn't hear clearly. The visa officer won't mind, but don't always hear clearly, so as not to cause his disgust. Don't worry about your poor English, because the visa officer will ask questions in Chinese.

Smile generously: Try to smile when interviewing visa officers. When you answer the visa officer's question, you must focus on the visa officer. Don't look around and be absent-minded. Answer the question concisely. Don't be too quiet and shy. Self-confidence and calmness can leave a very good impression on visa officers.

Correct attitude: When it comes to face-to-face interview time, 1 minute is faster and 30 minutes is slower. Speed does not affect your visa, because the visa officer's personality is different and has a lot to do with the materials you prepare. Don't worry about this detail. Peace of mind, rational understanding refused to sign. If the visa is rejected, remember the reason for the on-site consultation and try again.

Clear objectives: The main purpose of the interview is to dispel the immigration tendency of visa officers, so you must make more preparations before the visa, adjust your mentality and know how to avoid common mistakes in the interview. Purpose (1)

Pay due attention to your appearance. Your dress should be as generous and natural as possible, in line with your identity and role. Girls had better wear light makeup, but avoid heavy makeup and long hair. Boys should be smart. They don't need formal clothes, but they can't be too casual.

Submit materials voluntarily: When the visa officer asks about your domestic living conditions or family background, please smile and submit them to the visa officer voluntarily; For example, the visa officer asks if you have permanent residency in China. At this time, you should hand over the original real estate license to the visa officer with both hands.

claim one's luggage

Follow the instructions in the aisle to the baggage claim counter in the terminal building, and find the baggage claim counter of your flight according to the computer screen or notice. At Minneapolis/Sao Paulo Airport, you must claim your luggage at the baggage claim area on the lower floor.

Take the luggage off the turntable and check the luggage number carefully, because many suitcases look exactly the same.

There are trolleys at the airport, one for each person. You can also ask a porter to do it for you. The tip is one yuan each.

Don't be nervous if you can't find your luggage. Check with the airline with the baggage registration stub on the boarding pass. In case you still can't find it, you must fill in the report of loss and write down the name and telephone number of the airport service personnel for future inquiry.

When queuing for customs clearance, you may wish to choose the shortest route to queue up for inspection. Don't glance left and right, hesitate, and don't look at another line to quickly clear customs and temporarily change lines. Answer the question sincerely, but don't talk too much, lest you ask for trouble.

When you check your luggage, you should hand in your certificate. If the customs asks you to open the package, open it for inspection immediately. Do not hesitate. If the customs inspector signs, don't be suspicious, pack your bags and leave at once.

Always pay attention to your luggage documents and don't leave your body to avoid being stolen.

If the amount you bring into the country exceeds US$ 65,438+RMB 00,000, you should take the initiative to declare to the customs and fill out Form 4790.