mr. lee: i’ve got a hotel reservation at eh marriott, where the conference on sales and technology is being held. i’ll take their shuttle bus from the airport.
officer: ok, i’ve stamped your passport for a three – week tourist visa after this date stamped here, you’ll have to make sure to leave the country, or apply for an extension.
going through customs
official: did you pack this bag yourself? has it been out of your possession at any time before check – in?
mr. lee: yes, i packed it myself, and it hasn’t been out of my possession.
official: are you bringing in any plants or animal products?
mr. lee: no. sir.
official: our sniffer dog seems to disagree. do you mind if we look i your suitcase?
mr. lee: not at all. go right ahead.
official: what’s this sir?
mr. lee: it’s traditional chinese medicine. i mix it with hot water like tea. sorry. i forgot about it.
official: what are these red things sir?
mr. lee: oh no! i forgot about those too! those are chinese sausages for my aunt lily.
official: i’m sorry sir, but you can’t take any of this into the country. we will also have to check your carry – on. please step this way. don’t be nervous; we’ll just look through it briefly and then if there are no further problems you’ll be free to go.