Passport control

Passport control

Unless you're making a connecting flight your first stop is passport control, which will be clearly signposted on your arrival.

There are two separate queuing areas, one for British and European Union (EU) nationals and one for all other nationalities.

At the passport booth an immigration officer will ask to see your passport and any supporting documentation necessary for your visit. Please remember that your passport must not expire during your visit to the UK.

Large queues can develop during busy times but please be patient, as our stringent checks help ensure security for visitors and UK residents alike.

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