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First Time using eAPIS , please review these documents first
eAPISFile for Private Part 91 (APGA) and Part 135 (APIS) PDF

First time to Mexico?
Review our 2025 - In & Out of Mexico PDF

To enroll in eAPIS and get your required SenderID :
visit the USA CBP eAPIS Website

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Decal Transponder Online Procurement System (DTOPS) website.

CBP General Aviation Processing LifeCycle

We support Commercial (APIS) and Private (APGA) SenderIDs and eAPIS Filing for the USA & Mexico !
  • USA eAPIS  USA DHS/Customs eAPIS filing direct to DHS servers with Immediate Confirmation.
  • Mexico eAPIS  Mexico eAPIS filing via Excel Form - Emailed to Mexico City and Local AOE.
  • Upload Documents for NEW (2024) Multi-Entry 2 days Prior with Download or email to Mexico City and Local AOE.
  • Print All your international flight plan documents for Mexico and Bahamas, Arrival, International Flight Plans, Landing documents, Passenger & Crew Listing.
  • Import Crew or PAX lists from Excel for Part 135 flights.
  • Supports XML for Private Aircraft (APGA) & UNEDIFACT for Commercial (APIS).
  • Information Fact Sheets for all USA Customs Ports of Entry, including Phone, Email and Hours of Operation.
  • Links to Best Practices and all current documents for USA eAPIS regulations and procedures.
  • Links to Best Practices and all current documents for Canada and the Bahamas regulations and procedures.

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  • To educate pilots on the USA and MEXICO eAPIS process 
  • Easily file USA & Mexico eAPIS documents & print International Arrival and Flight Plans.
  • Work to enhance International travel safety and education in our pilot community.
  • To Support the Medical Missions of Charities like Liga International and Flying Samaritians.

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Electronic Advanced Passenger Information System (eAPIS)
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Part of the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

Question about the CBP/DHS eAPIS Website ?
Email: Private.AIRCRAFT.SUPPORT@dhs.gov for Private (APGA) Aircraft
Email: eapissupport@cbp.dhs.gov for Commercial (APIS) Aircraft

If you do not find it there, send me an email and I will attempt to provide you an answer.
USA eAPIS Information
For CBP processing, General Aviation (GA) aircraft are comprised of private and non-scheduled, commercial aircraft.
For all arrivals to and departures from the United States, Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) manifest information is required of all General Aviation operators. The APIS manifest is the virtual representation of all GA flights. As such, pilots and operators of GA aircraft are responsible for transmitting APIS manifest information that is correct, valid, accurate, complete, and transmitted within specified timeline requirements.
You need to use this website to Register and obtain a USA CBP SenderID. if NOT Using eAPISfile.com - APIS, the CBP web portal for GA APIS transmissions, can also be accessed on the eAPIS website.
USA General Aviation Airport Fact Sheets - View and download a catalog of U.S. airport fact sheets.
USA General Aviation Airport Fact Sheets - Recent Updates in last 30 days - View and download a catalog of U.S. airport fact sheets.
eAPISFile Lookup of CBP General Aviation Airport Fact Sheets - Search, View and download a catalog of U.S. airport fact sheets. By State, Airport or Type
General Aviation Airport Fact Sheets - Search and download a catalog of U.S. airport fact sheets. (Note: the last time we tried this the lookup was not working very well.) Use Our List Below.
Title 19Chapter IPart 122Subpart B - Subpart B—Classes of Airports
You can apply online for a User Fee Decal/Transponder on the Decal and Transponder Online Procurement System (DTOPS) website. Annually purchase border-crossing annual fees for commercial vehicles, private vessels, or private aircraft, all online.
Pay Annual User Fee for unlimited border crossings in a calendar year. Cost: $34.83 (U.S.) per calendar year
For more information regarding the Overflight Exemption application process, contact GAsupport@cbp.dhs.gov.
Under Title 19 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Section 122.23, certain General Aviation aircraft (generally private and unscheduled charter aircraft) arriving from some areas south of the United States are required to provide advance notices of arrival and land at certain designated airports for US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) processing unless exempted from this requirement through an Overflight Exemption provided for in § 122.25.
Locate a Port of Entry : To find a Port of Entry in your state or territory, select it in the map below or use the form in the right column.
We recommend using the FactSheets for additioanl information. This is a List of Airports where CBP Inspection Services are Normally Available with thier Phone numbers. United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations governing landing requirements and procedures for private aircraft arriving in to the United States are listed in Title 19 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 122 – Air Commerce Regulations.
APIS: Advance Passenger Information System: APIS enhances border security by providing officers with pre-arrival and departure manifest data on all passengers and crew members. Reporting Requirements for Private Aircraft
(Nice Concept - But it Does NOT work for GA Aviation. Also, the View My Travel History lookup does not work. Hopefully they will get it working in the Future.) CBP ONE: Pilots are encouraged to utilize the CBP One mobile app, available in both the Apple App Store and Google Play Store. While features are still being rolled out, this app will eventually be a single portal for CBP services.
CBP MOBILE PRIMARY: Many CBP locations are now using a system known as Mobile Primary, which allows officers to screen and process crew and passengers using a mobile app on their government-issued smartphones. This allows screening to occur plane-side, allowing for quicker processing. While the app uses photos taken of crew and passengers, the photos are only used for comparison with ID photos already on file with CBP.
AOPA Cross Border PDF published in 2021 - Some parts are obsolete today, but still gives a good overview.
AOPA Cross Border Articles
No Fly List : Almost every government agency has a terrorist watchlist: there is the TSA No Fly list, the OFAC Specially Designated Nationals list, a State Department List, and an FBI list. As these lists grow, so do the number of innocent people flagged as suspected terrorists. It doesn't take that much to be flagged. All you need to have is a name that is almost like one on a list. What can you do to find out if you are one of those people? And what can you do if you are flagged? Unfortunately, there is still no full recourse for the innocent. But here are some steps you can take.
Sanctions List Search, By Sanctions Program. The Office of Foreign Assets Control ("OFAC") of the US Department of the Treasury administers and enforces economic and trade sanctions based on US foreign policy and national security goals against targeted foreign countries and regimes, terrorists, international narcotics traffickers, those engaged in activities related to the proliferation of weapons of mass destruction, and other threats to the national security, foreign policy or economy of the United States.
CAUTION : Mexico Shuts Down ALL Private Airports
With a single 2-page notice to all of its Comandantes, Mexico’s Civil Aviation Authority (AFAC) shut down the country’s airport system affecting hotels, Mexican air charter operators and disrupting travel plans for visiting US and Canadian pilots.

The Stats: There are 77 airports listed in Mexico’s Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP) and another 1,519 airports for fixed wing aircraft listed on the AFAC’s official airport database for a total of 1,596 total airports.

How airports are classified: Of the 1,519 airports that appear on the official AFAC list or airports, 1,504 are classified as “Service for Private Use” and 15 are classified as “Service for Private Use and 3’rd parties”. It is assumed that the 77 in the AIP are all for General Use (Cancun, Toluca, Puerto Vallarta, etc)

AFAC Ruling: Mexico’s AFAC has issued a ruling (Oficio 4.1.443) that airports classified as “Service for Private Use” can ONLY be used by the airport owner and the only aircraft that can operate there are the airport owner’s aircraft. They have instructed all comandantes to deny flight plans to any of these airports or face severe disciplinary action.

The impact: This prevents any Mexican or foreign registered aircraft to fly to many popular destinations which will have a significant negative affect on hotels that have airstrips (Hacienda de los Santos, Holbox, Punta Pescadero, etc.) and will also have a huge negative effect on Mexican air taxi operators who fly to many of those airstrips. It will also prevent any type of flight to rural communities that might depend on their airstrips for medical and other assistance such as "Doctors Without Borders".

What next: Many airport owners are just now learning about the ruling and are trying to develop a plan of action. While we are not a Mexican law firm, a review of Mexico’s Law and Regulation of Airports does not appear to support this conclusion by the AFAC but that is a matter for the Mexican airport owners and the Mexican courts to figure out to force the AFAC to reverse course. In the meantime, be patient and consider one of the main airports for your stay in Mexico or choose another destination country.

Notice of effective closure of all Mexico Private Airports, in English. It is restricting Flightplans to land at Private Airports - Non AOEs
Notice of effective closure of all Mexico Private Airports, in Spanish. It is restricting Flightplans to land at Private Airports - Non AOEs
BBP Letter on Mexico restricting Flightplans to land at Private Airports - Non AOEs
MX Base Airports License Status and location. Column H - SERVICIO PARTICULAR - Is a Private Airport that you can now NOT file a Flightplan too.


Mexico eAPIS & Multi-Entry
Single-Entry Authorization (Autorizacion de Internacion Unica, also called "AIU"), Mexico eAPIS in Excel File Format
Overview of how to Fly In & Out of Mexico from the USA
Mexico Autorización de Internación Única (AIU) (Multi Enty Permit) Documents - Upload Documents and Email to Mexico City & Airport of Entry (AOE)
Blank Copy of the Mexico eAPIS Excel Document - This is completed automatically by eAPISfile.com and is available in completed format for your Manifest on the "File eAPIS Manifests" and "Print Ontl Flight Plans" Pages
Blank Mexico Flightplan - These are required to fly from a Mexico AOE and are no longer available at many airports. Maintain a supply of blank or partial completed forms in your binder for last minuite changes. This is completed automatically by eAPISfile.com and is available in completed format for your Manifest on the "Print Ontl Flight Plans" Pages.
Blank Mexico Arrival forms - These are required to fly from a Mexico AOE and are no longer available at many airports. Maintain a supply of blank or partial completed forms in your binder for last minuite changes. This is completed automatically by eAPISfile.com and is available in completed format for your Manifest on the "Print Ontl Flight Plans" Pages.
Link to the AOPA Flying in Mexico webpage
Wikipedia - List of airports in Mexico
Mexico Airport of Entry information for Common Mexico airports
Mexico Experimental Aircraft options.
Mexico USA Pilots to Fly into Mexico on Basic Med
Bahamas C7, Click2Clear
Flying a private plane to The Bahamas is truly simple and well within the capabilities of the lightest single engine aircraft.
The Bahamas - Getting Around Frequently Asked Questions
WHAT’S YOUR FLIGHT PLAN? Visitors to The Bahamas arrive by various means, but there’s no disputing that the most scenic route is by air. There is simply no better vantage point from which to soak in the stunning beauty of The Bahamas. No easier way to discover the warmth of our people. No greater freedom than island-hopping across miles of crystal-clear water.
Link to the AOPA Flying in Bahamas webpage
Click2Clear is a secure, user-friendly online platform used by The Bahamas Customs and Excise Department for online Customs processing.
The Bahamas Eliminates Its Travel Health Visa Requirement For All Travellers June 2022
Bahamas Allows Experimental Aircraft with Special Letter of Authorization.
The Bahamas Allows USA Pilots to Fly with Basic Med
CARICOM - Virgin Islands, ED Card
STARTING JANUARY 1, 2025, ALL TRAVELERS ENTERING THE BRITISH VIRGIN ISLANDS MUST COMPLETE THE ONLINE ED CARD. THIS REQUIREMENT DOES NOT APPLY TO CREW MEMBERS OR PASSENGERS IN TRANSIT.
CARICOM eAPIS Portal Submission Guide.
CARICOM eAPIS Login & eAPIS Upload (for Excel or UNEDIFACT).
What is the CARICOM eAPIS?
Canada - CanPass
Canada’s scenery and wide-open spaces offer general aviation pilots the ideal backdrop for adventure. To make sure your experience is pleasant and memorable, review this summary of what to consider before you fly.
The CANPASS – Private Aircraft program makes clearing the border easier for private aircraft carrying no more than 15 people (including the crew) and travelling to Canada from the United States. This program allows members to access more airports and provides expedited clearances for low-risk, pre-screened travellers.
An authorized airport of entry for clearance of all classes of scheduled and unscheduled aircraft (travellers and cargo).
Link to the AOPA Flying in Canada webpage
(1090 ES Transponder - Dual ADS-B Antenna - NO Basic Med.) News Brief looks at a new requirement that might keep many Americans from flying in Canada.
What do I need to do to be able to file a flight plan to operate in Canadian ADS-B mandated airspace? What equipment is required to meet the Canadian ADS-B mandate?
Canada Experimental Aircraft options. The FAA and Transport Canada issued a revised procedure for flying amateur-built aircraft between the USA and Canada. It is a very simple procedure that can be accomplished through these websites:

For Canadian pilots flying into US airspace:
Download the Special Flight Authorization found at http://www.faa.gov/aircraft/gen_av/ultralights/sfa/ If you do not have web access, call AFS 800 at (202) 267-8212 between the hours of 0700 and 1600 EST, Monday through Friday.

For US pilots flying into Canadian airspace:
Download the Standardized Validation found at http://www.faa.gov/aircraft/gen_av/ultralights/sfa/ If you do not have web access, call AFS 800 at (202) 267-8212 between the hours of 0700 and 1600 EST, Monday through Friday.
Canada does NOT Allow USA Pilots to Fly with Basic Med
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