How to go through the entry formalities for studying in the United States?

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Studying abroad and entering the United States

The immigration law of the United States clearly points out that all people who enter the country from American seaports, land ports and airport ports need to be inspected. Due to the need of the anti-terrorism situation, the United States has strict immigration inspection for foreign residents, so we remind international students to be fully prepared to avoid wasting too much time at customs and airports. When China students arrive in the United States by plane, they must first go through the entry formalities at the landing airport, that is, they will be inspected by immigration and customs officials at the airport.

1, immigration inspection procedures

(1) Passengers are guided to the entry inspection room and queued for inspection according to different entry visas. Non-immigrant visa holders (F 1) should be non-residents, and immigrant visa holders or green cards should be citizens/residents.

(2) When it's your turn to be inspected, send your passport I-20.

Or IAP-66, I-94 and customs declaration form to immigration officials for inspection. You know, holding a passport and visa does not guarantee entry. Because the visa only gives the holder the right to enter the country, it is up to the immigration officer to decide whether to allow entry. Immigration officers will check the "blacklist" to see if the foreigner is on the list. If he was in the past,

If the immigration bureau has a bad record, such as being deported, it will be in trouble when entering the country.

(3) Traditionally, immigration officials will ask you some questions. The most important of these questions is to determine your residence (* * * * University), the purpose of coming to the United States (study), and how much money you have with you. Don't be nervous, just answer calmly.

(4) After asking questions, immigration officials will sign on I-20 or IAP-66 and I-94-stamp to indicate the date of entry, and sign to indicate the visa status and the period of legal re-entry.

If you hold a (F- 1) visa, the United States will allow you to stay in the United States for the necessary number of years to complete your studies. Therefore, usually the immigration officer will mark D/S (duration) in a column of the I-94 form.

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If you have an exchange scholar (J- 1) visa, the United States only allows you to stay for a certain period of time. You must study the courses specified in IAP-66 to maintain your exchange scholar status.

No matter whether you have an F- 1 or J- 1 visa, you should note that your passport must always be valid for more than six months when you enter the United States.

(5) The immigration officer will tear off the exit part of I-94, nail it on the passport and return the third page of I-20 or IAP-66 to you. You should immediately confirm that the information added is correct, and if there are any mistakes, please correct them immediately. Going back to ask or ask questions after leaving the counter will only increase your troubles. You must note that I-94 is the only document that proves that you entered the United States legally. Although it is only a small piece of paper, it must be put together with your passport during your stay in the United States. If you lose it, you must apply to the nearby immigration office for a replacement.

2, baggage claim, customs clearance.

(1) Go to the baggage claim area of the terminal building according to the instructions on the aisle, and find the baggage claim desk of your own flight according to the computer screen or notice (there are flights on the boarding pass).

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

(3) There are trolleys at the airport, and some trolleys at the airport are free. You can also ask a porter to do it for you. Tip 1 USD.

(4) The international airport is very large, so it is easy to find the wrong turntable when picking up luggage, and sometimes airlines will neglect the operation. Don't be nervous if you can't find your luggage. Check with the airline with the baggage registration stub on the boarding pass. If you still can't find it, you must fill out a loss report form and write down the name and telephone number of the airport service personnel for future inquiry. A classmate once encountered a similar situation and wanted to claim thousands of dollars from the airline. As a result, the airline found it the next day and sent someone home for free. )

(5) When queuing for customs clearance, you may wish to choose the shortest line to queue up for inspection. Don't glance left and right, hesitate, and don't look at the rapid and temporary changes in the other line, resulting in doubts and careful investigation. Smile, be sincere, answer questions, but don't talk too much, lest you ask for trouble.

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