Airports American Express: Priority Security Lane Access at Toronto YYZ (QR Code)

To the point With your Amex card, you can get a QR code to access the priority security lane at Toronto-Pearson.

QR code for priority security lane access at Toronto-Pearson Log on to the American Express website Indicate the number of QR codes you want Print or email them

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With some American Express Cards, you can enjoy benefits when you fly into Toronto-Pearson International Airport (YYZ) such as:

Priority security lane access
15% discount on parking
15% discount on Auto Care services
Valet parking at no extra charge

Some of them even offer you access to VIP airport lounges.

The most exciting advantage if you don’t have a car is the access to the priority security lane. And from now on, this will be done by presenting a QR code!

QR code for priority security lane access at Toronto-Pearson

Log on to the American Express website

To get your QR code for access to the Toronto-Pearson YYZ Priority Security Lane service, you must log in with your credentials on the American Express website.

Indicate the number of QR codes you want

Next, indicate the number of QR codes you would like to get for access to the Toronto-Pearson YYZ priority security lane service. You can get up to 10 QR Codes.

Please note that these QR Codes have no expiration date and can only be used for one passenger each. So you can’t share a QR code you plan to use.

Print or email them

The next screen displays the QR codes in the desired number (here 2).

You can then print or email them to yourself for use at the Toronto-Pearson YYZ Priority Lane Access Point.

Eligible American Express Cards

Eligible American Express Cards to get access to the Toronto-Pearson YYZ Priority Security Lane are:

The Platinum Card^®
Business Platinum Card^® from American Express
American Express^®* Aeroplan^® Reserve Card
American Express^® Aeroplan^®* Business Reserve Card
American Express^® AIR MILES^®* Reserve Credit Card
The Centurion Card^®
Corporate Platinum Card^® from American Express
American Express^® Aeroplan^®* Corporate Reserve Card
American Express^® Air Canada^®* Card

Bottom line

Do you have one of these American Express Cards? Don’t forget to get your QR Code before you travel from Toronto-Pearson International Airport!

Tip

Send yourself a dozen QR Codes in advance, even if you don’t have a trip planned. They do not have an expiration date and will always be useful to you! Alternatively, you can get them directly to Toronto-Pearson from your smartphone at go.amex/yyz.

Frequently asked questions about the American Express QR code - Toronto YYZ

Where to scan the QR code?

Locate the security lane at Pearson Airport and proceed to the priority security screening area to scan your QR code using the terminal next to the electronic gate.

How does the electronic door of the priority security lane work?

You can apply for a QR code before your flight by visiting go.amex/yyz. Once this is done, please proceed to the priority security checkpoint with your QR code in hand. You can scan your QR code from your mobile device. You can also email your QR code to yourself or print it out at home before you leave.

What do I do if I don't have a smartphone?

You can always request a QR code on this website and print your code before your flight.

Which cards are eligible for this benefit?

Eligible Cards: The Centurion Card^®; The Platinum Card^®; Corporate Platinum Card^® from American Express; Business Platinum Card^® from American Express; American Express^® Aeroplan^®* Reserve Card; American Express^® Aeroplan^®* Corporate Reserve Card; American Express^® Aeroplan^®* Business Reserve Card; American Express^® Air Canada^®* Card; American Express^® AIR MILES^®** Reserve Card.