Tag: customs
Tips on Operating to France – Customs, Immigration & Agriculture
International business aviation arrivals in France clear customs and immigration onboard, inside a Fixed Base Operator (FBO) or at main commercial terminal. Work with your 3rd-party provider to confirm clearance processes and options at all intended destinations and fine-tune the clearance process [...]
Airport Operations and CIQ Considerations for Singapore
Operations to Singapore will always go more smoothly with advance preparation and knowledge of airport procedures and CIQ considerations. Your 3rd-party provider or local ground handler can advise on particular restrictions and best practices when operating to Singapore’s two general aviation (GA) airports [...]
Understanding CIQ Requirements in Spain for Business Aviation
Customs and security clearance procedures are straightforward and user-friendly for operators arriving in Spain, either from inside or outside the Schengen area. It’s important, however, to be aware of visa and documentation requirements as well as agricultural restrictions. Here are some tips to make your planning [...]
Argentinian Reciprocity Rate Changes
Procedures for payment of Argentinian reciprocity rates change on November 1, 2012. In order to maintain compliance, when entering Argentina as a U.S., Australian, or Canadian citizen, business aircraft operators should be aware of the newly mandated fee payment process. 1. What are Argentinian reciprocity rates? Because the U.S. charges a fee for U.S. visa [...]
Latest Update of Shannon U.S. CBP Preclearance
Updated September 27, 2012 U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) preclearance got off to a slow start when it was first introduced in 2010. During this introduction phase, many operators found the process troublesome and time-consuming, but things have changed over the last year. It’s now possible to pre-clear at Shannon (EINN) in about half [...]
All About Arranging Ground Handling and Related Services in Australia (Part 1 of 2)
Australia is a welcoming environment for business aviation, with some of the best ground handling and services you’ll find anywhere. But there are steps operators can take to smooth and streamline the arrival, airport slot and ground handling processes. Work with your [...]
Flying to Australia: Navigating Customs, Immigration & Agriculture for Business Aircraft Operators
While customs, immigration, and agriculture rules are the same across Australia procedures differ from airport to airport. You may clear on your aircraft, at a fixed base operator (FBO) or within the main terminal depending upon destination. Vehicles may or may not be permitted to pick up planeside [...]
Flying to Brazil: 6 Tips for Navigating Customs, Immigration, and Agriculture
This is a post by author Andre Camargo. Andre is Country Manager for Universal Aviation Brazil which has aircraft ground handling facilities in São Paulo, Brasilia, Manaus, Recife, and Rio de Janeiro. Andre is an expert on business aircraft operations in Brazil and can be contacted at andrecamargo@universalaviation.aero. This business aviation blog post is the [...]
U.S. Customs for Non-U.S. Registered Charter Aircraft (Active Trip): Clearing U.S. Customs
This business aviation blog post is part of a series on U.S. Customs for Non-U.S. Registered Charter Aircraft and continues from our previous post. For charter (non-scheduled commercial) aircraft operators, clearing U.S. customs involves additional documentation, procedures and lead times than it does for private non-revenue operators. Additional considerations come into play when operating a [...]
APIS, TSA and DOT Authorization Info for Non-U.S. Registered Business Aircraft
For business-aviation operators, the Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) process is generally trouble-free, so long as the rules and requirements are well understood and followed. However, incorrect filings can result in delays and potential fines. It’s important to keep in mind that filing APIS does not negate the requirement to notify customs of your arrival. [...]
U.S. Customs for Non-U.S. Registered Charter Aircraft (Pre-Trip): Making U.S. Customs Arrangements
This business aviation blog post is the first part of a series on U.S. Customs for Non-U.S. Registered Charter Aircraft. The U.S. has a rigorous customs clearing process. Any errors in the APIS and customs set up and clearance process can result in operational delays and challenges to what should otherwise be a smooth inbound [...]
Operating under the Visa Waiver Program: Top FAQs from Business Aviation Operators
This aviation blog post is part of a series on the visa waiver program and continues from our last post: “Visa Waiver Program and Business Aviation: Answers to Common Questions.“ Operating as a signatory carrier into the U.S. under the Visa Waiver Program (VWP) is a straightforward and usually trouble-free process. As VWP authorization goes [...]
Visa Waiver Program and Business Aviation: Answers to Common Questions
This blog post is the first in a series on the visa waiver program. The Visa Waiver Program (VWP) allows nationals of 36 participating countries to travel to the U.S. for stays of 90 days or less without obtaining a visa. Many corporate operators have registered as ‘signatory carriers,’ which gives them the same privileges [...]
