upon arrival vs on arrival

Both 'upon arrival' and 'on arrival' are correct and commonly used phrases in English. They are interchangeable and can be used to indicate the time when someone or something arrives at a place.

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upon arrival

The phrase 'upon arrival' is correct and commonly used in English to indicate the time when someone or something arrives at a place.

This phrase is used to describe an action or event that happens at the moment of arrival. It is often used in formal or written contexts.

Examples:

Upon arrival at the airport, please proceed to the baggage claim area.
The package will be delivered to your doorstep upon arrival.

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Rooms are allocated upon arrival and smoking/non-smoking preference cannot be guaranteed.
Great satisfaction of Surini with teammate Maletti upon arrival.
Payment upon arrival and non refundable.
Passports must be shown upon arrival.
Complimentary instant coffee and still water are offered upon arrival.
You'll get shots in Africa upon arrival.
Amblothæ went back to Jutland and was killed in battle upon arrival.
The Fair American, under Thomas Humphrey Metcalfe, was captured by Martínez upon arrival.
every child receives a welcome present upon arrival
Selection welcome drink upon arrival (alcohol/ non-alcohol)
Remember Wi-Fi code to ask upon arrival.
A welcome breakfast is offered upon arrival.
Balance in cash or bank transfer upon arrival.
One can however book the budget breakfast at the reception upon arrival.
Payment terms: balance upon arrival.
Important information WiFi is available upon request, upon arrival.
The coupon is delivered to the reception upon arrival.
Payment in Euros is payable upon arrival at the office.
The price does not include taxes that will be payable upon arrival.
While rooms are spotless upon arrival, longer stays may require additional cleaning.

Alternatives:

on arrival
when arriving
upon reaching
upon reaching the destination
upon reaching the hotel

on arrival

The phrase 'on arrival' is correct and commonly used in English to indicate the time when someone or something arrives at a place.

This phrase is used to describe an action or event that happens at the moment of arrival. It is suitable for both formal and informal contexts.

Examples:

Please pay the parking fee on arrival at the hotel.
The tour guide will meet you on arrival at the museum.

Alternatives:

upon arrival
when arriving
on reaching
on reaching the destination
on reaching the hotel

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