Questioning individuals about their religious and political beliefs, associations, and practices can infringe upon rights guaranteed by the Constitution and federal law - these rights are not surrendered at the border.

The travelers targeted for such questioning have often been Muslim. Customs officers have sometimes asked travelers about their religious affiliation, religious practices, association with religious institutions, and political opinions. Religious and political beliefs and associations are protected by the First Amendment. If you are told you cannot enter the country and you fear you might be persecuted or tortured if you are sent back to the country from which you traveled, you should tell the customs officer about your fear and ask for asylum. Officers may not select you for questioning based on your religion, race, national origin, gender, ethnicity, or political beliefs. If you are a non-citizen visa holder or visitor, you may be denied entry into the United States if you refuse to answer officers’ questions. Refusal to answer other questions will likely cause delay, but officials may not deny you entry into the United States for failure to answer other questions. If you are a lawful permanent resident (LPR) who has maintained your status, you only have to answer questions establishing your identity and permanent residency. citizen, you need only answer questions establishing your identity and citizenship, although refusing to answer routine questions about the nature and purpose of your travel could result in delay and/or further inspection. Customs officers have the authority to ask your immigration status in order to determine whether you have the right to enter the country.

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