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Survival phrases for security and customs in German

Master Your Travels in Germany: A Comprehensive Guide to Airports and Hotels: Survival phrases for security and customs in German
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Here are useful survival phrases in German specifically for security and customs situations:

  • Wo ist die Sicherheitskontrolle? — Where is the security check?
  • Muss ich meinen Laptop herausnehmen? — Do I have to take out my laptop?
  • Bitte leeren Sie Ihre Taschen. — Please empty your pockets.
  • Ich muss Ihre Tasche durchsuchen. — I need to search your bag.
  • Was haben Sie in Ihrer Tasche? — What do you have in your bag?
  • Bitte halten Sie still. — Please hold still.
  • Haben Sie etwas zu verzollen? — Do you have anything to declare?
  • Haben Sie etwas anzumelden? — Do you have anything to declare? (formal/customs)
  • Wo ist der Ausgang? — Where is the exit?
  • Darf ich durchgehen? — May I pass through?
  • Ich habe nichts zu verzollen. — I have nothing to declare.

These phrases allow you to navigate German airport security and customs more effectively and communicate politely with officers. Additionally, emergency phrases like “Hilfe!” (Help!) and “Rufen Sie die Polizei!” (Call the police!) can be essential for safety.

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