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Old Apr 17, 2023 | 11:56 am
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Originally Posted by listorganizer
This may be a bit of a bizarre question - if I actually want to get a passport stamp on entry at SJD, can I choose to go into the regular line and bypass the egates?

I have one of the new chip US passports, but I'd like to still get it stamped on entry even if they're directing people to egates. Can I request to stand in the non-egate line?
There's no harm in asking officials. They will likely understand that many travelers may need/want an entry stamp.
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