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(George is going abroad on business. This is his first time travelling abroad. Now he is going through customs.) |
Inspector: |
Good afternoon. May I see your passport, please? |
George: |
Of course. Here you are. |
Inspector: |
Thank you. What is the purpose of your visit business or pleasure? |
George: |
Business. |
Inspector: |
I see. How long will you be staying in our country? |
George: |
About a week. |
Inspector: |
Is this your first time in the country? |
George: |
Yes. I've been invited by our business associates to attend a trade fair. |
Inspector: |
Fine. Is this all your luggage? |
George: |
Yes, that's all my luggage, one suitcase and one bag. |
Inspector: |
Do you have anything to declare? |
George: |
I guess not. I mean I'm not quite sure about it. You see, this is my first time ... |
Inspector: |
I see. Well, would you mind opening your suitcase? |
George: |
Oh, not at all. |
Inspector: |
Thanks. |
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(George opens his suitcase. The inspector is inspecting the suitcase, and now he looks at a bag.) |
Inspector: |
What's inside the bag? |
George: |
That's my laptop computer. Do I have to pay duty on it? |
Inspector: |
No, it's duty-free. |
George: |
By the way, I'm carrying four packs of cigarettes for my own use. Are they dutiable? |
Inspector: |
No, goods for personal use rather than commercial use are not subject to duty. And they are within the limit. |
George: |
Good. And thanks for the information. |
Inspector: |
All right. Here's your passport. |
George: |
Is that all the customs formalities? |
Inspector: |
Yes. You're through now. Have a pleasant stay. |
George: |
Thanks a lot. |