Immigration
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Definition
Border control points where passports and visas are checked for international arrivals
Related Terms
Automated Passport Control (APC)
Self-service kiosks that expedite immigration processing for eligible passengers
Customs
Government checkpoints where goods brought into a country are inspected and duties assessed
Global Entry
A US Customs program for expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers
Pre-Clearance
US customs and immigration processing completed at a foreign airport before departure
Visa on Arrival (VOA)
A visa obtained at the destination airport's immigration counter rather than in advance
Mentioned In
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…on two key factors: whether you need to clear customs and immigration, and whether your bags are checked through to the final…
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…to traverse. Both terminals share the same security and immigration processes, and performance data for both is tracked by the…
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…standards with extensive English signage, efficient immigration halls, and outstanding transit facilities. Beyond the…
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…creating what is effectively a single travel zone for immigration purposes. Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark,…
South American Air Travel Guide
African Aviation Guide
…and UK citizens for stays of up to 90 days, and OR Tambo's immigration hall is efficient by African standards. Practical Tips for…