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Old Dec 4, 2019, 10:40 am
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OSSYULYYZ
 
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Originally Posted by YVR Cockroach
1) Might be a depends. Pax on the flight might have to clear into Canada (might be the best option), or can do a brief clearance and go straight to U.S. pre-clearance. Not sure if the latter requires security screening..

2) I think it it is the latter, which may be not *too* bad (don't have to wait for bags, and there's a baggage drop off after exiting customs)
Going through US pre-clearance requires a security check as the Americans want a check up to their standards.
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