It is always a good idea to stand firm and not be a victim to the dickheads at the borders. If there is a fee, demand a receipt. Always. It is sometimes indimidating with all the guns and a lack of spanish, but don´t pay money you don´t have to because you are white, a tourist, etc. Phone your consulate on the spot. Doing these two things almost always works wonders on their thinking. Tienna uno recipa por favor. Gracias. i don´t know if that is how it is spelled, but it must be close. Same with the police. They are not going to drag you to their boss at the station on bogus charges. Tourism is a big buisness here, and they tend to leave the gringos alone once their superiors get involved. Just thought i´d mention that from personal experience.
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