LCY
Passport Control · Immigration
London City Airport
London, GB
Now · avg
10
minutes
Range: 3-13 min
UK/Irish Citizens
3min
All Other Nationalities
10min
Source
Est.
Historical pattern
Tier
C55%
GB operates separate queues — uk/irish citizens typically clear faster via dedicated lanes or eGates.
Today at a glance
Average
10min
Typical today
Peak
15min
Worst-case this window
Off-peak
6min
Early morning or late night
By citizenship
UK/Irish Citizens
3min
UK & Irish passport holders (eGates)
All Other Nationalities
10min
Other passport holders
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Planning & Preparation
Busiest Arrival Hours
- 6:00 AM - 9:00 AM (Early arrivals)
- 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM (Midday rush)
- 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Evening peak)
Flight Types
- Long-haul international flights
- Regional flights (faster processing)
- Multiple simultaneous arrivals
High Season: Expect longer immigration waits during Jul, Aug, Dec
1
Arrival & Disembarkation
Exit aircraft and follow signs to immigration
2
Document Preparation
Have passport and arrival card ready
3
Passport Control
Present documents to immigration officer
4
Baggage Collection
Proceed to baggage claim area
5
Customs Clearance
Pass through customs (green/red channel)
LCY Immigration FAQs
US citizens typically clear immigration at London City Airport (LCY) in 7 minutes on average using either Global Entry kiosks or regular passport control. Non-US citizens can expect longer waits of 10-13 minutes depending on the time of arrival.
Yes, London City Airport has Global Entry kiosks for pre-approved travelers. Global Entry members can clear immigration in as little as 5-10 minutes, compared to the standard 10 minute average wait time.
For immigration at London City Airport, you'll need: a valid passport with at least 6 months validity, a completed arrival/customs form if required, visa or ESTA (for visa waiver countries entering the US), and any supporting documents for your travel purpose.
Immigration at London City Airport is busiest when multiple international flights arrive simultaneously, typically: early morning (6:00-9:00 AM) from overnight transatlantic flights, mid-morning (10:00 AM-12:00 PM) from European arrivals, and evening (6:00-10:00 PM) from Pacific/Asian arrivals. Off-peak times see significantly shorter waits.
Immigration & Passport Control Information
Passport control at London City Airport is managed by immigration authorities. Current wait times are estimated at 10 minutes.
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Quick Info
Recommended Arrival
90 min
150 min
Current Wait
10 min
UK/Irish Citizens
3 min
All Other Nationalities
10 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
Compare Wait Times
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