Passport Control

Passport Control

Passport Control at Manchester Airport is controlled by UK Border Force.

At Passport Control you will be faced with two options: EU or non-EU. 

• Please do not use mobile phones in this area.

• Please have your passport open at the photo page ready for scanning.

Passport eGates

If your passport has the biometric symbol on the front cover, then you have a biometric passport and can use the eGates to help speed up your journey (you can use them instead of queuing up to go through Passport Control). Simply follow the instructions at the eGate.   

The eGates service has recently been expanded and children aged 10 or over can now also use eGates, helping families to travel more easily.

Customs and Immigration

Please be aware that all passengers will be required to pass through Customs and Immigration. Border Force secures the border and promotes national prosperity by facilitating the legitimate movement of individuals and goods, whilst preventing those that would cause harm from entering the UK. After passing through Passport Control, you will enter the Baggage Reclaim hall, which is where you will collect your checked-in baggage. Check the information screens to see which carousel you need to go to. For lost and delayed luggage please view the Lost Luggage page. 

From Saturday 12th April 2025, travellers will no longer be able to bring cattle, sheep, goat, and pig meat, as well as dairy products, from EU countries into Great Britain for personal use, to protect the health of British livestock, the security of farmers, and the UK’s food security.  

This includes bringing items like sandwiches, cheese, cured meats, raw meats, or milk into Great Britain – regardless of whether it is packed or packaged or whether it has been bought at duty free. 

Terminal 1 Arrivals Immigration access information
Terminal 2 Arrivals Immigration access information
Terminal 3 Arrivals Immigration access information

Onward travel

Our integrated public transport hub, The Station, is a state-of-the art interchange for rail, tram and bus services across the North West and beyond. If you’ve parked at the airport, check how you need to pay. Do you need to visit a pay station before you leave the car park? View further information on our parking page. Read our comprehensive guide to getting to and from the airport and view a range of useful transport options.