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🛂Passport Control EmojiUnicode: 1F6C2

Symbol for passport checks.

Released in The 🛂 emoji was introduced in Unicode 7.0 in 2014 as part of the transport and map symbols, enhancing representations of travel infrastructure.

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Meaning and Interpretation

The 🛂 emoji depicts a passport control booth, commonly found at airports, seaports, and land borders. It signifies the official process where travelers must present identification documents like passports for verification. This emoji is associated with international travel, immigration procedures, security screenings, and customs declarations. It often highlights the bureaucratic aspects of crossing borders, evoking feelings of anticipation, anxiety, or routine for frequent travelers. Beyond literal use, it can metaphorically represent entry into new experiences or regulatory hurdles in life.

Symbolism

  • Border security and national safety measures
  • The formalities and regulations of international journeys
  • Government authority and compliance in global mobility

Common Usage Scenarios

  • Discussing travel plans, such as airport experiences or visa processes
  • Sharing stories about immigration challenges during trips
  • Advising friends on border crossings or travel preparations

Usage Examples in Conversation

Just landed and now stuck in the queue for 🛂 – wish me luck!
Heading to Europe soon, so I need to prepare all my docs for 🛂.
After getting through 🛂, the vacation finally starts! 🌴
That long wait at 🛂 last time was exhausting; let's plan better next trip.
Don't forget to check your visa before hitting 🛂 at the airport.

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

  • Use 🛂 in travel-related chats to add context and visual appeal, but avoid overusing it.
  • Be mindful of cultural sensitivities, as border controls can be a touchy subject in political discussions.
  • Combine 🛂 with other emojis like âœˆī¸ for clarity, and ensure it's relevant to avoid confusion.

Related Emojis

âœˆī¸

Airplane

Represents air travel and flights to destinations requiring border checks.

🚁

Helicopter

Symbolizes other forms of transport that might involve security screenings.

🌍

Globe Showing Europe-Africa

Indicates global travel and the broader context of international borders.

đŸ›Šī¸

Small Airplane

For domestic or short-haul flights that may still require passport verification.

đŸšĸ

Ship

Represents sea travel, where passport control is common at ports.

🚂

Locomotive

For train journeys across borders, involving similar immigration processes.

đŸ›Ąī¸

Shield

Symbolizes protection and security, akin to border enforcement.

🔒

Locked

Represents secure or restricted areas, like controlled borders.

📋

Clipboard

For documents and forms checked during passport control.

🚨

Police Car Light

Indicates law enforcement presence at borders and checkpoints.