# 常见词汇
# Border 国界；边界
cross the border 过了边界
You should never try to illegally cross the board into a different country.
# Declaration card /form 海关申报书
Most countries require you to fill in a declaration card.
# Arrival card /form 入境卡
For China, foreigners just have to fill in a small arrival card.
# Fill in 填
Make sure to fill in the form accurately. Otherwise you might get into trouble.
# Country of residence 居住国
What is your country of residence? —— Canada.
# Currency 货币
Are you traveling with any foreign currency?
# Resident / Visitor 住户 / 访客
Residents line up on the left, visitors line up on the right.
# Nationality 国籍
What is your nationality? —— Chinese.
# Citizenship 公民身份
What is your citizenship? —— I have Chinese citizenship. / I am a citizen of China.
# Firearms /weapons 火器 / 武器
It's generally a good idea to not travel with firearms or weapons.
# Duration of stay 停留时间
What will be your duration of stay in Canada?
# Business /pleasure/study 商务 / 娱乐 / 学习
What is your purpose of traveling? Business, pleasure, or study? —— I'm traveling for business.
# Border agent 边境官员
The border agent will sometimes ask you a few questions.
# kiosk 自助服务亭
Canadian citizens or permanent residents can use the automatic kiosks at customs and immigration.
# Prohibited 禁止
Certain items like firearms or weapons are prohibited to travel with.
# Question
- Have you ever been questioned by airport security? What did they ask you?
- Have you ever been caught with prohibited items?
# Homework
Write a dialog going through customs.
You should say:
- what is your purpose of travel?
- How long are you staying?
- What is the value of goods you are traveling with?
Agent: Hi there, can I see your passport?
Me: Yes, here you go.
A: And where is your final destination?
M: Vancouver.
A: Okay, what is your purpose of travel?
M: I'm visiting my family.
A: How long will you be staying in Canada?
M: For 1 month.
A: What is the value of goods you are traveling with?
M: Just 500$. I'm bringing some gifts for my family.
A: Okay. You're good to go. Move along.
M: Thank you.
