Do you have to clear customs in Vancouver?

All customers arriving on an international flight must clear customs checkpoints, and collect their bags before being able to enter Canada. However, if you have an international connection to a city outside North America you do not claim your bags. They will be transferred automatically.



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Upon arrival in Canada, you will need to clear customs. Collect all of your baggage. If connecting to another Canadian destination, drop off your baggage at the “Connecting Flight” baggage drop area on the Departures level. Proceed through security and to the gate for your connecting Porter flight.

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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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When you arrive at the terminal, follow the signs to the first Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) checkpoint, also called “primary inspection.” If you used Advance Declaration, go to a kiosk or eGate to retrieve your confirmed declaration receipt. Up to 5 people may use a kiosk as a group upon arrival.

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You will be met by a Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Officer. The CBSA protects Canada's borders and points of entry. The officer will ask to see your passport or travel documents and Declaration Card. Make sure that you have these documents with you and that they are not packed in your luggage.

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