{"id":43340,"date":"2024-10-17T13:42:50","date_gmt":"2024-10-17T18:42:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/?p=43340"},"modified":"2025-03-28T14:33:34","modified_gmt":"2025-03-28T19:33:34","slug":"belgium-gendec-requirements-comprehensive-guide-for-business-aviation-2024-update","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/belgium-gendec-requirements-comprehensive-guide-for-business-aviation-2024-update\/","title":{"rendered":"Belgium GenDec Requirements: Comprehensive Guide for Business Aviation | 2024 Update"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>In a significant move to enhance border security, Belgium&#8217;s Federal Police have introduced new requirements for general aviation (GA) flights traveling between Belgium and non-Schengen countries. This guide provides essential information for business aviation operators to navigate these new regulations effectively.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Overview of the New Requirements<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-43350\" src=\"https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-1219594509-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-1219594509-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-1219594509-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-1219594509-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-1219594509-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-1219594509-2048x1367.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-1219594509-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-1219594509-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As part of a broader European Union initiative to strengthen border security, Belgium now mandates the submission of a General Declaration (GenDec) for all GA flights entering or leaving the country from non-Schengen destinations. This change aligns with the 2016 EU regulation to improve border control measures across the Schengen area.<\/p>\n<h3>Key Points:<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Applicability<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>All GA flights between Belgium and non-Schengen countries<\/li>\n<li>Includes both incoming and outgoing flights<\/li>\n<li>Applies when Belgium is the first entry point into the Schengen area, even if the final destination is another member state<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Submission Method<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>Use the official online portal: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.police.be\/bordercontrol\/en\/general-declaration\">General Declaration | Bordercontrol<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Alternative email option: <a href=\"mailto:DGA.LPA.GenDecCenter@police.belgium.eu\">DGA.LPA.GenDecCenter@police.belgium.eu<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Required Information<\/strong>:\n<ul>\n<li>Aircraft details<\/li>\n<li>Flight information<\/li>\n<li>Personal data of all passengers and crew<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Timing<\/strong>: Submit prior to the flight&#8217;s operation<\/li>\n<li><strong>Legal Basis<\/strong>: Schengen Borders Code (EU 2016\/399)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Implementation Across Schengen Area<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-43352\" src=\"https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-945093110-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-945093110-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-945093110-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-945093110-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-945093110-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-945093110-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-945093110-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/GettyImages-945093110-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s important to note that while this requirement is part of a broader EU initiative, implementation varies across Schengen countries:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Some countries, like Belgium, require GenDec submissions<\/li>\n<li>Others may use different systems, such as Advance Passenger Information (API)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Operators should always check the specific requirements for each Schengen country they plan to enter or exit.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Official Border Crossing Points<\/h2>\n<p>When operating flights to\/from non-Schengen countries, you must use Belgium&#8217;s official border crossing points: EBAW, EBBR, EBCI, EBKT, EBLG, EBOS<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Customs Requirements<\/h2>\n<p>In addition to the GenDec for border police, a separate customs declaration is required:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Submit to Customs for all flights to\/from destinations outside the EU<\/li>\n<li>Email submission: <a href=\"mailto:da.toezicht.deurneluchthaven.antwerpen@minfin.fed.be\">da.toezicht.deurneluchthaven.antwerpen@minfin.fed.be<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Alternative: Submit at the airport customs office<\/li>\n<li>Download the customs form <a href=\"https:\/\/digital.belgium.be\/iaf\/hil\/police\/gendec\/\">here<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Important<\/strong>: Submitting the GenDec to Federal Police does not fulfill the Customs requirement. Failure to submit to Customs may result in fines.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>United Kingdom Flights<\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-large wp-image-40947\" src=\"https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/GettyImages-1034405652-1024x654.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1024\" height=\"654\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/GettyImages-1034405652-1024x654.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/GettyImages-1034405652-300x192.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/GettyImages-1034405652-768x491.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/GettyImages-1034405652-1536x981.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/GettyImages-1034405652-2048x1309.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/GettyImages-1034405652-400x256.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For flights to\/from the UK, a separate General Aviation Report (GAR) is required. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.universalweather.com\/blog\/major-process-changes-to-united-kingdom-general-aviation-report-gar-submission\/\">More information<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Contact Information<\/h2>\n<p>For assistance with GenDec submissions: Federal Police \u2013 Airport Police GenDec Center Wevelgem<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Email: <a href=\"mailto:DGA.LPA.GenDecCenter@police.belgium.eu\">DGA.LPA.GenDecCenter@police.belgium.eu<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Phone: +32 56 36 07 98 (0600-2100u), +32 59 34 00 05 (2100-0600u)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>Action Items for Business Aviation Operators<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li>Familiarize yourself with the new GenDec submission process<\/li>\n<li>Ensure compliance for all non-Schengen flights to\/from Belgium<\/li>\n<li>Submit GenDec to both Police and Customs authorities<\/li>\n<li>Use only official border crossing points for non-Schengen flights<\/li>\n<li>Stay informed about similar requirements in other Schengen countries<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Belgium&#8217;s new GenDec requirements represent a significant change for business aviation operators flying to or from non-Schengen countries. By understanding and complying with these regulations, operators can ensure smooth operations and avoid potential penalties. Stay informed about similar requirements in other Schengen countries to maintain efficient international operations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":68,"featured_media":43353,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1675],"tags":[2217,2220,2161,2219,2216,2218,2215],"feed_exclusion":[],"class_list":["post-43340","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-regulatory-compliance","tag-belgian-aviation-regulations","tag-belgium-gendec-requirements","tag-business-aviation","tag-eu-border-security","tag-general-declaration","tag-non-schengen-flights","tag-schengen-borders"],"acf":{"stealth_publish":false},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.2 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Belgium GenDec Requirements: Comprehensive Guide for Business Aviation | 2024 Update - Universal\u00ae Operational Insight Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Navigate Belgium&#039;s new General Declaration (GenDec) requirements with ease. 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