Passing US customs twice in a day, will it seem suspicious?
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I live in Canada. In a few weeks, I will drive my parents to an airport on the other side of the border, drive back and then, later that day, pass through customs again with my spouse and kid. Will this look suspicious to the customs agents? Should I expect a more thorough questioning/inspection the second time?
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I live in Canada. In a few weeks, I will drive my parents to an airport on the other side of the border, drive back and then, later that day, pass through customs again with my spouse and kid. Will this look suspicious to the customs agents? Should I expect a more thorough questioning/inspection the second time?
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It is not unusual. You may or may not be questioned in more detail. You're not doing anything wrong. If asked, just explain the situation.
– Calchas
Jul 19 '17 at 15:20
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@Calchas Do you think I should warn them on my first pass?
– Traceur
Jul 19 '17 at 15:33
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If you're having a friendly chat, you could bring it up. But personally I wouldn't mention it unless asked.
– Calchas
Jul 19 '17 at 15:44
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I've done this before in the opposite direction, and my great-uncle, a Canadian, would cross the border multiple times per day on a weekly basis when visiting my grandmother in Detroit. It's perfectly normal, and if they ask you can always answer honestly. You're not breaking any rules.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
Jul 19 '17 at 17:19
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I live in Canada. In a few weeks, I will drive my parents to an airport on the other side of the border, drive back and then, later that day, pass through customs again with my spouse and kid. Will this look suspicious to the customs agents? Should I expect a more thorough questioning/inspection the second time?
usa customs-and-immigration
edited Jul 19 '17 at 15:22
Giorgio
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asked Jul 19 '17 at 14:50
Traceur
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I live in Canada. In a few weeks, I will drive my parents to an airport on the other side of the border, drive back and then, later that day, pass through customs again with my spouse and kid. Will this look suspicious to the customs agents? Should I expect a more thorough questioning/inspection the second time?
usa customs-and-immigration
usa customs-and-immigration
edited Jul 19 '17 at 15:22
Giorgio
30.3k962173
asked Jul 19 '17 at 14:50
Traceur
1635
edited Jul 19 '17 at 15:22
Giorgio
30.3k962173
asked Jul 19 '17 at 14:50
Traceur
1635
edited Jul 19 '17 at 15:22
Giorgio
30.3k962173
edited Jul 19 '17 at 15:22
Giorgio
30.3k962173
edited Jul 19 '17 at 15:22
Giorgio
30.3k962173
30.3k962173
asked Jul 19 '17 at 14:50
Traceur
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asked Jul 19 '17 at 14:50
Traceur
1635
asked Jul 19 '17 at 14:50
Traceur
1635
1635
6
It is not unusual. You may or may not be questioned in more detail. You're not doing anything wrong. If asked, just explain the situation.
– Calchas
Jul 19 '17 at 15:20
1
@Calchas Do you think I should warn them on my first pass?
– Traceur
Jul 19 '17 at 15:33
2
If you're having a friendly chat, you could bring it up. But personally I wouldn't mention it unless asked.
– Calchas
Jul 19 '17 at 15:44
2
I've done this before in the opposite direction, and my great-uncle, a Canadian, would cross the border multiple times per day on a weekly basis when visiting my grandmother in Detroit. It's perfectly normal, and if they ask you can always answer honestly. You're not breaking any rules.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
Jul 19 '17 at 17:19
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It is not unusual. You may or may not be questioned in more detail. You're not doing anything wrong. If asked, just explain the situation.
– Calchas
Jul 19 '17 at 15:20
1
@Calchas Do you think I should warn them on my first pass?
– Traceur
Jul 19 '17 at 15:33
2
If you're having a friendly chat, you could bring it up. But personally I wouldn't mention it unless asked.
– Calchas
Jul 19 '17 at 15:44
2
I've done this before in the opposite direction, and my great-uncle, a Canadian, would cross the border multiple times per day on a weekly basis when visiting my grandmother in Detroit. It's perfectly normal, and if they ask you can always answer honestly. You're not breaking any rules.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
Jul 19 '17 at 17:19
6
6
It is not unusual. You may or may not be questioned in more detail. You're not doing anything wrong. If asked, just explain the situation.
– Calchas
Jul 19 '17 at 15:20
It is not unusual. You may or may not be questioned in more detail. You're not doing anything wrong. If asked, just explain the situation.
– Calchas
Jul 19 '17 at 15:20
1
1
@Calchas Do you think I should warn them on my first pass?
– Traceur
Jul 19 '17 at 15:33
@Calchas Do you think I should warn them on my first pass?
– Traceur
Jul 19 '17 at 15:33
2
2
If you're having a friendly chat, you could bring it up. But personally I wouldn't mention it unless asked.
– Calchas
Jul 19 '17 at 15:44
If you're having a friendly chat, you could bring it up. But personally I wouldn't mention it unless asked.
– Calchas
Jul 19 '17 at 15:44
2
2
I've done this before in the opposite direction, and my great-uncle, a Canadian, would cross the border multiple times per day on a weekly basis when visiting my grandmother in Detroit. It's perfectly normal, and if they ask you can always answer honestly. You're not breaking any rules.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
Jul 19 '17 at 17:19
I've done this before in the opposite direction, and my great-uncle, a Canadian, would cross the border multiple times per day on a weekly basis when visiting my grandmother in Detroit. It's perfectly normal, and if they ask you can always answer honestly. You're not breaking any rules.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
Jul 19 '17 at 17:19
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There is nothing wrong, illegal, or out of the ordinary in crossing the US-Canadian border multiple times a day. People who live near the border do this regularly without hassle. I've done it personally, and I've relatives who have done it repeatedly on a weekly basis.
As you've explained in your question, you have perfectly legitimate reasons for making this trip. If the border officer is curious or suspicious, he can ask, and you can answer honestly.
For example:
- "What is the purpose of your visit?"
- "My parents have a flight out of Detroit. I'm driving them to the airport."
- "How long are you intending to visit?"
- "About 2 hours, just long enough to drop them off at the airport."
Most border guards aren't looking to hassle you, and if you're not acting suspicious and going about your legitimate business they'll usually leave you alone. As a Canadian citizen, you're permitted to come visit the US on a much less restrictive basis than a citizen of other countries. (Eg. no visa required for this sort of visit.)
Frankly the last time I did the six-times-daily-across-the-border trip from Detroit to Windsor/Ontario I never had a longer conversation with the border guards than "Hi/How are you/This weather is something else, eh?"
answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
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It should be no problem at all.
Note that any limits for what you can bring through customs are per day, not per visit, so although you can go in and out all day long, you can only bring the alcohol, tobacco, etc. allowances once per day.
answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
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2 Answers
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There is nothing wrong, illegal, or out of the ordinary in crossing the US-Canadian border multiple times a day. People who live near the border do this regularly without hassle. I've done it personally, and I've relatives who have done it repeatedly on a weekly basis.
As you've explained in your question, you have perfectly legitimate reasons for making this trip. If the border officer is curious or suspicious, he can ask, and you can answer honestly.
For example:
- "What is the purpose of your visit?"
- "My parents have a flight out of Detroit. I'm driving them to the airport."
- "How long are you intending to visit?"
- "About 2 hours, just long enough to drop them off at the airport."
Most border guards aren't looking to hassle you, and if you're not acting suspicious and going about your legitimate business they'll usually leave you alone. As a Canadian citizen, you're permitted to come visit the US on a much less restrictive basis than a citizen of other countries. (Eg. no visa required for this sort of visit.)
Frankly the last time I did the six-times-daily-across-the-border trip from Detroit to Windsor/Ontario I never had a longer conversation with the border guards than "Hi/How are you/This weather is something else, eh?"
answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
Roddy of the Frozen Peas
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add a comment |
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3
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There is nothing wrong, illegal, or out of the ordinary in crossing the US-Canadian border multiple times a day. People who live near the border do this regularly without hassle. I've done it personally, and I've relatives who have done it repeatedly on a weekly basis.
As you've explained in your question, you have perfectly legitimate reasons for making this trip. If the border officer is curious or suspicious, he can ask, and you can answer honestly.
For example:
- "What is the purpose of your visit?"
- "My parents have a flight out of Detroit. I'm driving them to the airport."
- "How long are you intending to visit?"
- "About 2 hours, just long enough to drop them off at the airport."
Most border guards aren't looking to hassle you, and if you're not acting suspicious and going about your legitimate business they'll usually leave you alone. As a Canadian citizen, you're permitted to come visit the US on a much less restrictive basis than a citizen of other countries. (Eg. no visa required for this sort of visit.)
Frankly the last time I did the six-times-daily-across-the-border trip from Detroit to Windsor/Ontario I never had a longer conversation with the border guards than "Hi/How are you/This weather is something else, eh?"
answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
Roddy of the Frozen Peas
2,28822145
add a comment |
up vote
3
down vote
accepted
up vote
3
down vote
accepted
There is nothing wrong, illegal, or out of the ordinary in crossing the US-Canadian border multiple times a day. People who live near the border do this regularly without hassle. I've done it personally, and I've relatives who have done it repeatedly on a weekly basis.
As you've explained in your question, you have perfectly legitimate reasons for making this trip. If the border officer is curious or suspicious, he can ask, and you can answer honestly.
For example:
- "What is the purpose of your visit?"
- "My parents have a flight out of Detroit. I'm driving them to the airport."
- "How long are you intending to visit?"
- "About 2 hours, just long enough to drop them off at the airport."
Most border guards aren't looking to hassle you, and if you're not acting suspicious and going about your legitimate business they'll usually leave you alone. As a Canadian citizen, you're permitted to come visit the US on a much less restrictive basis than a citizen of other countries. (Eg. no visa required for this sort of visit.)
Frankly the last time I did the six-times-daily-across-the-border trip from Detroit to Windsor/Ontario I never had a longer conversation with the border guards than "Hi/How are you/This weather is something else, eh?"
answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
Roddy of the Frozen Peas
2,28822145
There is nothing wrong, illegal, or out of the ordinary in crossing the US-Canadian border multiple times a day. People who live near the border do this regularly without hassle. I've done it personally, and I've relatives who have done it repeatedly on a weekly basis.
As you've explained in your question, you have perfectly legitimate reasons for making this trip. If the border officer is curious or suspicious, he can ask, and you can answer honestly.
For example:
- "What is the purpose of your visit?"
- "My parents have a flight out of Detroit. I'm driving them to the airport."
- "How long are you intending to visit?"
- "About 2 hours, just long enough to drop them off at the airport."
Most border guards aren't looking to hassle you, and if you're not acting suspicious and going about your legitimate business they'll usually leave you alone. As a Canadian citizen, you're permitted to come visit the US on a much less restrictive basis than a citizen of other countries. (Eg. no visa required for this sort of visit.)
Frankly the last time I did the six-times-daily-across-the-border trip from Detroit to Windsor/Ontario I never had a longer conversation with the border guards than "Hi/How are you/This weather is something else, eh?"
answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
Roddy of the Frozen Peas
2,28822145
answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
Roddy of the Frozen Peas
2,28822145
answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
Roddy of the Frozen Peas
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answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
Roddy of the Frozen Peas
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It should be no problem at all.
Note that any limits for what you can bring through customs are per day, not per visit, so although you can go in and out all day long, you can only bring the alcohol, tobacco, etc. allowances once per day.
answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
Aganju
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up vote
1
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It should be no problem at all.
Note that any limits for what you can bring through customs are per day, not per visit, so although you can go in and out all day long, you can only bring the alcohol, tobacco, etc. allowances once per day.
answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
Aganju
18.2k53972
add a comment |
up vote
1
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up vote
1
down vote
It should be no problem at all.
Note that any limits for what you can bring through customs are per day, not per visit, so although you can go in and out all day long, you can only bring the alcohol, tobacco, etc. allowances once per day.
answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
Aganju
18.2k53972
It should be no problem at all.
Note that any limits for what you can bring through customs are per day, not per visit, so although you can go in and out all day long, you can only bring the alcohol, tobacco, etc. allowances once per day.
answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
Aganju
18.2k53972
answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
Aganju
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answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
Aganju
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answered Jul 19 '17 at 19:18
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It is not unusual. You may or may not be questioned in more detail. You're not doing anything wrong. If asked, just explain the situation.
– Calchas
Jul 19 '17 at 15:20
1
@Calchas Do you think I should warn them on my first pass?
– Traceur
Jul 19 '17 at 15:33
2
If you're having a friendly chat, you could bring it up. But personally I wouldn't mention it unless asked.
– Calchas
Jul 19 '17 at 15:44
2
I've done this before in the opposite direction, and my great-uncle, a Canadian, would cross the border multiple times per day on a weekly basis when visiting my grandmother in Detroit. It's perfectly normal, and if they ask you can always answer honestly. You're not breaking any rules.
– Roddy of the Frozen Peas
Jul 19 '17 at 17:19