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Passport Control Symbol

Passport Control Symbol

What it means

The icon showing a passport booklet with an officer figure directs travellers to border control. You must present valid travel documents and may be asked about the purpose and duration of your visit.

Where you will see it

Airport arrival halls, international train stations, and ferry terminal signage.

What you should do

Have your passport, visa (if required), and arrival forms ready. Follow lane signs for EU/EEA, visa holders, or family lanes as directed.

Common mistakes

  • Joining the wrong queue and delaying yourself and others.
  • Packing passports in checked luggage instead of carry-on bags.

Tags

  • travel
  • airport
  • passport
  • border control

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Frequently Asked Questions

Passport and identity checks are required at this point. The icon showing a passport booklet with an officer figure directs travellers to border control. You must present valid travel documents and may be asked about the purpose and duration of your visit.

Have your passport, visa (if required), and arrival forms ready. Follow lane signs for EU/EEA, visa holders, or family lanes as directed.

The Passport Control Symbol is widely recognised, though labelling standards and local regulations can differ slightly by region. SymbolBuddy focuses on the most common version you are likely to see. If you spot a variation, compare it with the description and tags on this page for context.

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