No one likes standing in line after a lengthy international journey, but if your plane touches down at New York’s JFK airport this summer, you could be stuck with no alternative. According to an analysis of reports, some passengers have experienced waits exceeding three hours for immigration clearance.
The Independent
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One of the biggest culprits is Terminal 1, where typical waiting periods often exceed two hours during high-traffic late-day arrivals from Europe. Terminals 5 operated by JetBlue and Terminal 4 used by Virgin Atlantic follow closely behind as problematic areas. Adding to these issues is JFK’s extensive $19 billion overhaul initiative, leading to additional congestion around the terminal zones.
Here’s how to steer clear of getting entangled in the chaos:
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Sign up for Global Entry – The process isn’t immediate and it’s limited to specific nationalities, yet if you qualify, it’s completely worthwhile.
Here’s how you can obtain it at no cost.
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Download the
Mobile Passport Control app
– It’s complimentary and accessible for U.S. and Canadian citizens, significantly expediting the process. - Consider landing at a less busy airport if possible. For instance, airports such as Austin or even Chicago O’Hare have experienced significantly quicker clearance times, typically under 30 minutes.
One more tip:
If you’re departing from Ireland, you have the option to complete U.S. customs and immigration procedures right at Dublin or Shannon airports before boarding your flight. This way, upon landing in the United States, you only need to collect your luggage and head out.
The U.S. requires additional Customs and Border Protection agents, but for now, your best strategy is to prepare meticulously and find ways to avoid getting stuck in the longest queues as much as possible.
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