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    Tag: visa

    • 26
      May

      Cuba Sanctions 2023: Business Aviation Destination Guide

      Cuba, Destination Guides, Regulatory Compliance
      By Kathy Self
      11252
      The U.S. Department of Commerce through its Bureau of Industry and Security (“BIS”) and the U.S. Department of Treasury through ...
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    • 14
      Mar

      Milan Furniture Expo 2023 – Business Aviation Planning Guide

      Archive, High-Traffic Events
      By Lorena Carraro
      3856
      The Milan Furniture Expo, also known as Salone del Mobile, is an annual international furniture fair held in Milan, Italy. ...
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    • 8
      Feb

      Milan Fashion Week 2023 – Business Aviation Planning Guide

      Archive, High-Traffic Events
      By Stefano Bruno
      3766
      Milan Fashion Week is a semi-annual clothing trade show held in Milan during spring and fall. The upcoming September 26-October ...
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    • APIS contact tracing
      15
      May

      U.S. Customs & e-APIS for Private Non-Revenue Made Easy: Part 2 – Visas, ESTAs and ...

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      4321
      Issues continue to occur, from time to time, with general aviation (GA) passengers arriving without visas or with incorrect visas. ...
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    • 28
      Feb

      Operating to Israel – Part 2: Flight and Operating Restrictions

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jeff Kelley
      5991
      In this part of the world operators need to be mindful of restrictions impacting operations to/from Israel and the rest ...
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    • Top Destinations for Brazil – Part 2: Parking, CIQ and Services
      29
      Jan

      Top Destinations for Brazil – Part 2: Parking, CIQ and Services

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Adonis Bastos
      2776
      At many airports in Brazil it can be difficult obtaining aircraft parking and, in some cases, you may need to ...
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    • Bizav Ops to Mexican Resort Destinations – Part 3: Passports, Visas & CIQ
      27
      Dec

      Bizav Ops to Mexican Resort Destinations – Part 3: Passports, Visas & CIQ

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jorge Alva
      2885
      For U.S. and many other nationals access to Mexico is straight-forward and easy. However, there are considerations to be ...
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    • Operating Requirements: Part 2 – Unique Procedures
      22
      Nov

      Operating Requirements: Part 2 – Unique Procedures

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
      2739
      Many unique operating requirements, here and there around the world, are location specific while others depend on the type of ...
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    • Permit Requirements for Business Aviation: Part 2 – Basic Considerations
      3
      Jul

      Permit Requirements for Business Aviation: Part 2 – Basic Considerations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Mark Hudson
      2489
      There are a number of basic permit considerations that must be taken into account by both private non-revenue and charter ...
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    • Business Aircraft Operations to Shanghai – Part 3: Visas, Pets & Weapons
      1
      May

      Business Aircraft Operations to Shanghai – Part 3: Visas, Pets & Weapons

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Jennifer Cai
      2396
      Caution is advised when planning for crew visa requirements to China. In the past all crew had required specific crew ...
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    • Technical Stops for Business Aviation: Part 2 – Additional Considerations
      11
      Jan

      Technical Stops for Business Aviation: Part 2 – Additional Considerations

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Katherine Scheer-Perry
      2228
      It’s always important to ensure you meet all requirements for a particular tech stop. Work with your trip support provider ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to the Dominican Republic – Part 2: Permits, Slots & CIQ
      28
      Dec

      Business Aircraft Ops to the Dominican Republic – Part 2: Permits, Slots & CIQ

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Universal
      2569
      From the permit perspective operations to the Dominican Republic are straightforward and not onerous. However, there are additional steps and ...
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    • 8
      Sep

      Operating to Colombia – Part 3: Planning Tips

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Mark Hudson
      2785
      Authorities in Colombia are strict on documentation requirements governing business jet operations in the country, so if you are operating ...
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    • Ops Planning for High-Traffic GA Events – Part 1: Preplanning Tips
      13
      Jul

      Ops Planning for High-Traffic GA Events – Part 1: Preplanning Tips

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Cody Coe
      2102
      When high-traffic events—such as certain international sporting, political, economic and religious events—take place, additional challenges come into play when planning ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to Ethiopia: Ground Handling
      12
      May

      Business Aircraft Ops to Ethiopia: Ground Handling

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Universal
      2483
      With over 90 million inhabitants Ethiopia is the second highest population nation in Africa and the most populous landlocked country ...
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    • Middle East Flight Permits - Maximizing Schedule and Revision Flexibility
      24
      Feb

      Middle East Flight Permits – Maximizing Schedule and Revision Flexibility

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Russell Bunger
      2598
      Over recent years the permit situation has relaxed somewhat for general aviation (GA) operations to the Middle East. Still, there ...
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    • Canada to Require Electronic Travel Authorization
      16
      Feb

      Canada to Require Electronic Travel Authorization

      Regulatory Compliance
      By Juan Muniz
      4044
      As of March 15, 2016, Canada will require Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) for all visa-exempt foreign nationals entering the country ...
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    • Business Aviation Operating to Hong Kong: Hotels, Local Transport, and Security
      11
      Feb

      Business Aviation Operating to Hong Kong: Hotels, Local Transport, and Security

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Edmond Yuen
      2100
      Hong Kong offers an attractive range of accommodation options for crews who are overnighting or just looking for a few ...
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    • Trip Planning Tips: Diplomatic Flights – Part 2: Operational Details
      6
      Jan

      Trip Planning Tips: Diplomatic Flights – Part 2: Operational Details

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Universal
      3383
      While diplomatic flights enjoy certain benefits, including the opportunity for shorter notice permits, express customs, immigration, and quarantine (CIQ) clearance, ...
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    • Business Aircraft Ops to India – Visa Requirements, Local Area, Hotels and Culture
      17
      Dec

      Business Aircraft Ops to India – Visa Requirements, Local Area, Hotels and Culture

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Universal
      2909
      For flight crew operating to India there’s much to look forward to and enjoy. India is the second most populous ...
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    • 5 Tips for Planning Air Ambulance Flights
      9
      Nov

      5 Tips for Planning Air Ambulance Flights

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Brunel Cesar
      3029
      Most air ambulance flights are short-notice charter (non-scheduled commercial) operations. Due to the nature of these flights, civil aviation authorities ...
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    • 12 Ways Your Bizav Trip Can Go Wrong – Part 1
      19
      Oct

      12 Ways Your Bizav Trip Can Go Wrong – Part 1

      Bizav Best Practice
      By Greg Linton
      1937
      While most international operations go smoothly, there's always potential from time to time for things to go sideways. One or ...
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