Operating to South America, Part 1: Argentina and Brazil

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