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H: Hey, Bernie. I just got my passport! I’m so excited about my first overseas trip next month. Anything I should know?
B: Once you get to the terminal, you should check the flight schedule. That will tell you where to check in. You will need to show the ground staff your ticket and passport, and then you’ll get a boarding pass.
H: OK.
B: Then, you need to go through airport security. They have a body scanner and an X-ray machine to check your bags. After that, head to customs. The officers will check your documents and put an exit stamp in your passport. That allows you to leave the country.
H: So, after security and customs, can I go straight to the gate?
B: Yes, but remember to arrive at the airport at least three hours early, or you won’t have time to go to the duty-free shops.
H: Yeah, good point. What should I do after I browse the shops?
B: Just find your boarding gate and wait for your flight to be called. Then, be ready to board the plane and buckle up for your very first flight.