6 tips for completing immigration forms

Completing immigration forms may only take two minutes, but even the most experienced travelers can encounter difficulties.

6 tips for completing immigration forms

Immigration forms are documents you must complete when arriving or returning to a country. Besides confirming that you are not carrying any prohibited items, they serve other important purposes. Professor Brendan Murphy of Australia explains that, during times like the current COVID-19 pandemic, authorities rely on information provided on the immigration form to contact travelers when necessary.

Below are 6 rules to help you fill out the information accurately and efficiently:

Complete on the airplane

Save time and avoid hassle by skipping the immigration queue. Don't wait until you land to fill out paperwork; do it onboard.

Always carry a pen

Flight attendants may feel bothered when many people request to borrow their belongings. Borrowing from strangers can also make you uncomfortable. Always carry a pen in your pocket for easy access whenever needed.

Keep travel itinerary on your phone

It's time-consuming to rummage through luggage to review your itinerary or realize that information about your hotel stay is stored in an email that you can't access offline on the plane. Carrying a hard copy of travel documents is a good idea, but it's best to take a photo or make notes on your phone for easier access.

Know what's in your luggage

You'll need to declare what you're bringing when entering the country, so research beforehand to ensure you know what could cause trouble. When buying souvenirs, remember that items like food or wood must be declared and could be confiscated.

Remember your phone number

You'll be asked to provide your own contact and emergency contact numbers when needed. So make sure you jot down these numbers correctly.

Write clearly, be cautious

As Professor Murphy pointed out, the longer it takes to read and understand what you've written on the immigration form, the harder it will be to contact you in emergency situations, such as during a coronavirus outbreak. Write carefully, clearly to make everything easier.

According to Nam Trần/ Vnexpress

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Reference: Travel guide from Mytour