Planning operations to South America can be tricky so it’s best to partner with a trip support provider with its own people on the ground to manage every detail of your mission… Utilizing the best local experience and expertise is the safest way to ensure a smooth travel experience. Here, UAS’ South American team shares its insight on health requirements, permits, and airports in Argentina and Brazil.
Argentina
Health requirements
- PCR tests are required for passengers. Crew required PCR tests at Mendoza (SAME) only
- All passengers and crew must fill in a health form before arrival and departure
- All passengers and crew must be fully vaccinated
- Passengers and crew must have health insurance with COVID coverage
- Pilots listed on the GENDEC with a valid license do not need visa
- Passengers from the EU, USA, Canada, Australia, and Japan do not require visas
Permits
- Overflight permits are not required. Be sure to add aircraft operator information to the flight plan
- Landing permits are not required: Be sure to have all aircraft and crew docs on board
- Landing permits are required for aircraft B737 or larger. The lead time is 10 days
Airports of Entry
- SAEZ – Ezeiza: No PPR, no slots, GAT very handy and expensive
- SADF – San Fernando: no PPR, no slots, CIQ at GA Main Terminal
- SABE – Aeroparque: GA is not allowed, only airlines and government flights
- SAWH – Ushuaia and SAWC – Calafate: parking is limited
Brazil
Health requirements
- RT-PCR or Antigen tests are accepted for passengers and crew
- All passengers and crew must fill in a health form
- All passengers and crew must be fully vaccinated
- Pilots listed on the GENDEC with a valid license do not need visa
- Passengers from the EU, USA, Canada, Australia, and Japan do not require visas
Permits
- Overflight permit is required. The lead time is two hours
- Landing permit for 1 stop is required. The lead time is two hours
- Landing for more than two stops requires an Avanac is required. The lead time is 48 hours
- Overflight and landing: Avanac C is required for aircraft with more than 30 seats. The lead time is 10 days
- Avoem is required for diplomatic flights
Airports of Entry
- SBBR – Brasilia: No PPR, no slots
- SBGL – Rio de Janeiro: No PPR, no slots, CIQ at FBO on request
- SBGR – Guarulhos: Requires PCR, no slots, A-CDM operation, GAT on request
- SBKP – Campinas: Requires PPR, no slots, no GAT, parking more reasonable than SBGR
- SBSP – São Paulo: under process of becoming an AOE
For support with your flight operations to South America, contact UAS Americas