Originally Posted by
adomatic
I don't remember if my name was taken because it was 20 years ago. When I return from the US, most of the time i'm waved through. No one has ever gone through my luggage. 2 years ago, coming back from Europe, my boyfriend got to use the kiosk and i had to go through the long line. No one went through my luggage but i guess i got a few questions. My bag wasn't searched. Got waved through on my last trip overseas trip from India.
I know I have to be honest but I wonder if answering yes to that question is an automatic Reject. Has anyone answered yes and gotten an interview?
A "yes" won't be an automatic reject but it will invite questions. Still, if they know about it and you *don't* admit it, you can pretty much guarantee rejection.
I'd disclose it. If asked, I'd explain what happened. I don't think it should harm your chances given the limited severity and the long time span since it happened.