Regulatory Compliance

Thailand is revolutionizing its border entry procedures with the launch of the mandatory Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) system. Starting May 1, 2025, all foreign nationals must complete this digital…

Hong Kong has implemented new Advance Passenger Information System (APIS) requirements for business aviation effective April 2025. This change will require operators to submit detailed passenger and crew data before…

Catch up on April’s key bizav regulatory changes with theBIZAVguy: new FAA rules for foreign operators, updated UK ETA and tax hikes, EU/UK ETS deadlines, and Hong Kong’s APIS expansion.

As of 2023, Türkiye (Turkey) has introduced an Advance Passenger Information (API) system for general aviation and air cargo. This requires operators to submit detailed crew and passenger data for…

France’s Civil Aviation Tax is a separate charge from the solidarity or airport tax, applying to all commercial air transport departures. In this article, we explain who must comply, how…

France’s airport tax (Taxe d’Aéroport) applies to all departing passengers and cargo and varies by airport class. Here’s what business aviation operators need to know for 2025, including current rates,…

Effective April 10, 2025, U.S., Canadian, and Australian tourists will need a visa to enter Brazil. Crew members have been subject to visa requirements since July 2024. This marks the…

Stay informed with the latest regulatory updates shaping the business aviation landscape. This month, Universal's BIZAVGuy highlights critical developments across Europe, the UK, and globally. Here’s the essential rundown:

Portugal National Civil Aviation Authority (ANAC) has introduced a new carbon tax targeted primarily at business aviation, effective from July for aircraft with up to 19 seats for flights departing…

Navigating UK charter permit requirements can be complex. This comprehensive guide outlines everything operators need to know about UK CAA regulations, permit applications, cabotage restrictions, and avoiding "grey" charter operations…

As a result of BREXIT, at the end of 2022, the United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority (UK CAA) no longer accepts European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Third Country Operator…

Italian charter permits and requirements vary based on aircraft registration, passenger capacity, and operational history. ENAC, the Italian Civil Aviation Authority, maintains strict regulations for documentation and permit processing. Learn…