Do you go through customs in Athens or Santorini?

Do you go through customs in Athens or Santorini? No. You have to go through Schengen Immigration at your first port in the Schengen area (in this case Athens). If the travel is on one ticket, the luggage will be checked through to Santorini, and will go through Customs there.



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Allow enough time: Customs can be time-consuming, especially during peak travel periods. Make sure you allow enough time to clear customs and get to your connecting flight. As a general rule, it's best to allow at least two hours for international layovers.

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How long is customs in Athens? As a general rule 1hr is usually more than enough to clear immigration and get your bags unless there's a huge number of inbounds at the same time. I'd say you're OK with 2 hours between flights everything by going well with more time obviously better.

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It's not permitted to import meat or dairy products into Greece from outside the EU. Also prohibited are unauthorised firearms and ammunition.

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Santorini is an island of the Aegean Sea. Greece is mostly inhabited by Orthodox Christians. There are more than 450 churches in Santorini! Generally, there is no dress code on the island unless you plan to visit specific restaurants, bars and clubs of high standards.

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Light fabrics (choose an outfit made of light materials that allow the skin to breathe and not overheat, considering the hot weather in Santorini. Linen, silk, viscose, or cotton are the best options for summer clothing);

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Athens International Airport is the largest and busiest airport in Greece. By the end of 2021, it was the 15th busiest airport in Europe.

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Apply for TSA PreCheck TSA PreCheck is one of a few government-run trusted traveler programs, designed to allow members to use expedited security lanes at more than 200 U.S. airports. With TSA PreCheck, you can speed through security without removing your shoes, laptops, belts or jacket.

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You are supposed to be at the airport 2 hours before an international flight. I don't want to create a problem by saying this but go early and get a window seat (though not on the wing).

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5. When do you go through customs on international flights? Usually, you go through customs when you exit the airport at your final destination. However, if you have a layover in a different city in your destination country, you may need to go through customs before your connecting flight.

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Trusted Traveler Program Enrollment
Global Entry is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in the United States. Members enter the United States through automatic kiosks at select airports.

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