On 10/03/2008, at 3:41 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > Quoting Russell Chapman <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>: > >> Who's never been asked for ID other than at border crossings (ie from >> >> Canada, from Mexico, or in airports) and usually leaves his passport >> >> behind when being a tourist in US because I'm paranoid about losing >> it >> or having it taken from me. Never been further south than Virginia or >> >> California, though... > > Losing the passports is our big worry too. As you say, I also thought > that carrying them with us at all times was a silly risk and > unnecessary. At no stage during the entry formalities were we told > that > it was a requirement. Still think it,s utterly stoopid, but with the > note the mongrel supposedly left on our records, we are in no position > to ignore it (especially if we want to extend our stay in the country > next year).
I carry mine in a hidden place when I'm travelling. I keep a certified photocopy (including the relevant visa page...) with me to produce on demand, and leave a certified copy at home and with a friend. Charlie. _______________________________________________ http://www.mccmedia.com/mailman/listinfo/brin-l
