What is the process of customs at an airport?

You'll be funneled through customs when you arrive and you can always pick up a form there. As we mentioned before, always bring a pen! Whether you fill out the form on the plane or at the customs hall, bringing a pen saves you time. You'll need your passport number and flight number, so make sure you have those handy.

How long does it take to get through customs at airport?

There are many factors that impact how long it may take travelers to complete the immigration and CBP process, but on average it takes no more than two hours. Passengers connecting to another location must recheck their luggage (Skip to Step 5).

Do you go through security before customs?

In almost all cases, if your bags are checked through to your final destination and you already have your onward boarding pass, you'll go through transit security when you land at your connecting airport instead of customs.

Where do you go through customs?

If the final destination is in the United States (U.S.), travelers must clear U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) at the first port of entry. If a connection is involved, the traveler will not be required to go through another clearance when they arrive at their final destination.

What do they ask at customs?

Be Prepared for Questions From CBP Officials

• Why are you visiting the United States? …
• Where will you be staying? …
• Who will you be visiting? …
• How long will you be staying? …
• How much money do you have available for this trip? …
• Have you visited the United States before, and if so, how long did you stay?

How long does it usually take to go through customs?

It generally takes between 30 minutes and 4 hours or so to clear immigrations and customs, depending on number of lines open, number of other passengers filing through (yours and other planes), and whether you get chosen for secondary screening.

How do customs packages work?

Customs checks all inbound international packages and mail. During this process, a customs officer in the country you're shipping to will review the package to make sure it meets the country's laws, regulations and policies. They will also determine what duties and taxes might be due.