- Dublin Airport is seeking to expand its US Customs and Border Protection preclearance facility in Terminal 2
- Permission has already been granted for the expansion
- daa submitted an amendment application for an additional storey and design refinements
- The expansion will improve passenger circulation and accessibility
- The facility supports transatlantic routes between Dublin and the United States
Dublin Airport is seeking to expand and enhance its US Customs and Border Protection preclearance facility in Terminal 2 to improve passenger circulation, accessibility and the overall passenger experience. Permission has already been granted for the expansion of the preclearance facility. This week, airport operator daa submitted an application to amend that permission to include an additional storey to the currently permitted CBP facility, along with associated design refinements and operational improvements. The amendment will enable the airport to offer a better experience to passengers using the facility.
The expansion forms part of wider investment in Dublin Airport infrastructure. The additional floorspace will accommodate enhanced facilities for transfer passengers, improve circulation throughout the building, support the integration of a fixed passenger link to Pier 4 and provide infrastructure required to achieve Zero Emission Building standards. The facility serves passengers travelling on precleared routes between Dublin and the United States.
Dublin Airport continues to see strong demand for transatlantic routes. The airport stated the improvements support the need to further develop the preclearance facility. The application was submitted during the week commencing 5 October 2026.
