Originally Posted by
unagi1
they seem to be trying to create the impression, intentionally or otherwise, that they can deny you entry if you dont answer the questions.
Some officers do more than just imply it. And I agree it's inappropriate.
What I'm trying to say I guess is that if they are going to refer X percent, or every nth pax to secondary, or an Ag inspection, then just do it, but dont subject every returning traveler to questions that have nothing to do with their right to re-enter their own country.
I understand. But they don't want to make random referrals to secondary. They prefer to target people based, in part, on the interview conducted on primary. In an airport environment, those questions generally only confirm the information the traveler is required to place on the form 6059B anyway. Occasionally, additional questions are asked. If done respectfully, is it really that bad?