LHR Passport Control Wait Times
Heathrow Airport
Moderate
(15-30 min)
Predicted
Live data
Moderate
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Current Passport Control Wait Times
18
Average Wait
minutes
27
Peak Hours
minutes
11
Off-Peak
minutes
Wait Time by Citizenship
UK/EU Citizens
10 min
UK & EU passport holders (eGates)
Non-UK/EU Citizens
28 min
Other passport holders
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Immigration & Passport Control Information
Passport control at Heathrow Airport is managed by immigration authorities. Current wait times are estimated at 18 minutes.
UK/EU Citizens
10 min
UK & EU passport holders (eGates)
Non-UK/EU Citizens
28 min
Other passport holders
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Quick Info
Recommended Arrival
90 min
150 min
Current Wait
18 min
UK/EU Citizens
10 min
Non-UK/EU Citizens
28 min
Peak Hours
- • 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM
- • 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- • 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
- • Long-haul arrivals
Quick Tips
- • Have documents ready
- • Complete arrival card early
- • Know your accommodation
Documents Required
- Valid passport (6+ months)
- Visa/ESTA if required
- Completed arrival card
Fast Track Options
- • e-Passport gates
- • Mobile Passport app
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LHR18 min
JFK7 min