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🛃🛃 Customs Emoji EmojiUnicode: 1F6C3

Sign for customs control.

Released in Introduced in Unicode 6.0 (2010) and added to Emoji 1.0 in 2015.

customsbordercontrolsecuritytravelairportimmigrationcheckbaggagepassport

Meaning and Interpretation

"The 🛃 Customs emoji is a symbol representing customs control, commonly seen in airports and border checkpoints. It depicts an officer checking luggage or documents, reminding travelers of potential security or legal checks when they enter a new country. This emoji is often used to discuss international travel, especially regarding customs regulations, visa requirements, or international security measures."

Symbolism

  • 🛃 symbolizes border control and customs inspection, typically seen in airports or land borders.
  • It represents international travel, signaling that security checks must be completed before entering a country.
  • It suggests following regulations, legal compliance, and adherence to national policies during global travel.

Common Usage Scenarios

  • When talking about an upcoming international trip and going through customs inspection.
  • When discussing passport and immigration procedures at a country's border.
  • When sharing experiences about going through airport security before entering a foreign country.

Usage Examples in Conversation

Heading to Paris tomorrow! Don't forget the 🛃 once we land!
The customs line was so long today 🛃, but we made it through!
Always pack efficiently to make getting through 🛃 easier!
Last time I traveled, they checked my bags at 🛃 so thoroughly!
Make sure to declare anything you're bringing from abroad, 🛃 can be strict sometimes.

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • 🛃 is primarily used in the context of travel, specifically in discussions about the customs process; avoid using it in non-relevant messages.
  • Use 🛃 when referring to border control or customs procedures to communicate a formal, travel-related message.
  • Avoid confusing 🛃 with other similar travel or location emojis, such as 🛄 (Baggage Claim) or 🛂 (Passport Control).

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