What should I know about customs and immigration at Pearson Airport?
Posted on Mar 19, 2026 / Travel
When you’re arriving from another country, you’ll go through customs and immigration at Pearson before you can leave the airport, and that process can vary in time. Canada uses self‑service kiosks where you scan your passport and answer basic questions to speed things up. Some people can’t use the kiosks, like young kids or certain travel documents, so they’ll go straight to a border officer. Filling out your customs declaration ahead of time through apps can cut down your wait even more. If you’re flying to the United States from Pearson, there’s U.S. pre‑clearance in the terminal so you clear U.S. customs before you board. That means when you land in the U.S. you’re treated like a domestic arrival, which is super convenient. Lines can get long during busy hours, so give yourself extra time and be ready with the right documents. Airport staff are around to help if you’re confused about where to go next.
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