Aircrafts

For standard commercial flights, Jacksons International Airport in Port Moresby is the only airport with full-time Customs, Immigration, and Quarantine services.

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Flying to Non-International Airports

If you are operating a private, chartered, or mine-supply flight and wish to land at an airport other than Port Moresby, you must obtain prior approval from PNG Customs.

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Mandatory Notifications

Even with approval, all aircraft must provide a Notification of Flight Movement:

•   Standard: Notice must reach Customs 3 hours before arrival.
•   Short Flights: If the flight time is under 3 hours, notice may be provided 1 hour in advance.

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Conditions of Approval

If your flight is approved to land at a non-international airport, the following legal conditions apply:

•  Advance Passenger Information (API): You are legally obligated to provide a full report of all passengers and crew before arrival or departure.
•  Associated Costs: The operator is responsible for costs related to officer travel, accommodation, overtime, and any necessary infrastructure required to create a secure processing environment.
•  Temporary Imports/Exports: Any items brought in temporarily must have the correct documentation. Items must be re-exported by the authorized date, or full duties will be charged.

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Emergency Exceptions

In specific circumstances, an aircraft may land at a non-approved airport without prior notice. These include:

•   A forced/emergency landing.
•   Search and rescue operations.
•   Military aircraft not carrying dutiable cargo.
•   Flights with specific written permission from the Chief Commissioner of Customs.