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Customs & Immigration
Use these phrases when you talk to an immigration or customs officer at the airport.
Key Phrases
Voice
Stating your purpose · 3 ways to say it
I'm here on vacation.
neutralUS English.
I'm here on holiday.
neutralUK English.
I am traveling for work.
politeUse this when you are on a business trip.
Stating length of stay · 2 ways to say it
I plan to stay for ten days.
politeJust a week.
neutralShort and natural.
Giving documents · 2 ways to say it
Here is my passport.
politeHere you go.
neutralCommon when you hand something to the officer.
Stating accommodation
I am staying at a hotel.
neutralCustoms declaration · 2 ways to say it
I do not have anything to declare.
politeNothing to declare.
neutralPractice Dialogue
Officer
Next, please. Can I see your passport?
Traveler
Here you go.
Officer
Thank you. Why are you visiting the country?
Traveler
I'm here on vacation.
Officer
How long will you stay?
Traveler
Just a week.
Officer
And where are you staying?
Traveler
At a hotel downtown.
Officer
Do you have anything to declare?
Traveler
No, nothing to declare.
Officer
Okay. Enjoy your trip.