How long does immigration take at Toronto airport?
Between 30 – 60 minutes, depending on the number of international and US flights arriving around the same time, and assuming there are no problems with your declarations and documentation.
Do you have to clear immigration on a connecting flight?
Do you have to clear security after going through immigration? Yes, if you have a connecting flight to another destination you’ll have to clear security again. Some airports have a special security lane for transit passengers, while others make you go to the main security checkpoint at the terminal to clear again.
What is the immigration process in airport?
At immigration counters in Indian airports, the queue is usually long. At the counter, an officer will be verifying the passenger’s passport and visa and might ask a few questions about the end destination. After verification, the passport is stamped with the departure date from India for the ongoing trip.
What questions do Canadian immigration officers ask?
ask you questions similar to those on the immigrant application form, including:
- Are you traveling with your family?
- Have you been convicted of a serious crime in your home country?
- How long do you plan to stay in Canada?
- How much money do you have with you?
- Are you healthy?
- Have you been to Canada before?
Do I have to go through customs for a connecting flight in Toronto?
For any international flights connecting through Toronto, you will have to clear customs at Toronto Pearson International Airport before boarding your flight within Canada. If you are connecting through Toronto between two international flights, you do not need to claim checked baggage or go through security.
Do I have to answer immigration questions?
If you are a lawful permanent resident (LPR) who has maintained your status, you only have to answer questions establishing your identity and permanent residency. Refusal to answer other questions will likely cause delay, but officials may not deny you entry into the United States for failure to answer other questions.
How long can immigration hold you at the airport?
The hold lasts for 48 hours, during which time ICE is supposed to pick the person up. (If it doesn’t, then technically you can argue for release, but doing so usually triggers ICE picking the person up anyway.)
