How long does it take to get through border control at Stansted?

For a “small” airport with planes aiming for a quick turn round baggage is appaling. However, once through customs, the bus and train stations are 50ft in front of you and down a level. You should make it though in 2 hours.

How long is passport control at Stansted?

“However, on our arrival at Stansted, we were met with a queue of thousands of other travellers all funnelling into the passport check-in area. “The length of time of time it took to clear passport control was one hour and 45 minutes, and only a quarter of the gates were working.

Is Stansted Airport open at night 2021?

London Stansted Airport is now open 24/7, with early morning flights scheduled as usual. However due to COVID-19, we would recommend that passengers avoid staying overnight in the terminal.

Is Stansted closed at night?

London Stansted’s terminal closes between midnight and 02:00am. Therefore, departing passengers travelling on early morning flights should not arrive sooner than their scheduled check-in time. We do not allow bedding down in the terminal, so please see overnight accommodation options and travel options.

Is passport control the same as customs?

What is the difference between customs and immigration? “Immigration” is about the people traveling from one country to another. It’s sometimes called “passport control” or “border control” depending on the airport. “Customs” is about the stuff those people are carrying with them.

What do they check for at passport control?

Automated border control systems typically collect personal information such as the information on the biometric page of the passport: name, sex, date of birth, passport number, passport photograph, nationality, and the country of origin of the passport.

Can I sleep in Stansted?

While London Stansted Airport does have an airport lounge, it does not have designated sleep rooms or rest areas. If you just want to relax in a comfortable environment, check out our London Stansted Airport Guide for details.

Does the government know when I leave the country?

Yes, they almost certainly do know you’ve left. The US processes passport details for all air passengers through a system called APIS, and ties that to the electronic I-94 (arrival and departure record).