International searches at airports

Hello,


This topic may be a bit to 'local' and I understand it touches on local laws, but I figured that I would give it a try anyway.

I'm a black American that travels to Denmark quite a bit on business. I am asked once for my passport at customs (which is usual), but then at the 'goods to declare' corridor I seem to be singled out each time I pass by. I'm quite often asked for my passport again.

I've noticed that it seems to be people of color that are singled out and questioned.


The question is: Is it legal for this section to ask for my passport again? Am I legally required to show it again?

[calatty]

It is legal for customs to ask you to show your passport. However, it does sound like you are being singled out because of your race. The customs service has a reputation for detaining people because of race. There was a story in the news a few months ago. You can at least file a complaint with customs, if you don't want to consider litigation.