Automating APIS Compliance: How myairops and Streamlane Simplify Cross-Border Flight Ops

Simplifying Global APIS Compliance: How myairops and Streamlane Automate Passenger and Crew Declarations

For flight operators working across international borders, submitting passenger and crew data is a non-negotiable part of operations. With entry requirements becoming more stringent globally, the need to accurately and promptly file APIS (Advance Passenger Information), eAPIS, or PNR declarations is more critical than ever.

Yet despite its importance, the APIS process remains complex and inconsistent. Each country sets its own rules – what data must be submitted, how and when it must be filed, and through which formats. Some countries require uploads to government portals; others only accept pre-formatted files like GENDEC or Excel sheets. Submission timelines vary from hours before departure to just before takeoff. In some jurisdictions, any post-submission changes must be re-filed.

The consequences of getting it wrong are severe. Late or incorrect filings can lead to ground delays, denied entry, fines, increased scrutiny, and even operational blacklisting. These disruptions affect passenger experience, stress out crews, and burden your operations team.

This is the exact problem the integration between myairops and Streamlane is designed to solve.

APIS Compliance Made Easy with myairops x Streamlane

Through a powerful integration, myairops flight management software and Streamlane automate the entire passenger and crew declaration process.

When a flight is created within the myairops flight platform, passenger and crew information is captured directly – no need for double entry or manual uploads to national portals. From there, Streamlane takes over, handling the submission of APIS and PNR data automatically, ensuring full compliance with each destination’s regulatory formats, submission timelines, and system protocols.

Real-time responses from border control authorities are delivered back to operators within the myairops interface. The result? A single, seamless workflow that reduces manual effort, eliminates compliance risk, and keeps operations moving smoothly.

Designed for Operators Who Need Clarity and Control

Whether you’re a corporate operator, charter business, or government aviation user, myairops provides a complete, web-based flight operations system. With APIS integration built in, you can manage your entire workflow – scheduling, crew, passengers, compliance – all from one intuitive platform.

The partnership with Streamlane ensures:

Examples of APIS Compliance in Action

United States – eAPIS Required for All Flights

Both commercial (Part 135) and private (Part 91) flights must submit detailed passenger and crew data via the eAPIS portal or through authorized solutions like Streamlane. Submissions must include full identity and travel document details, and calls to the arrival airport are required for landing clearance. Penalties for non-compliance are high.

Canada – Commercial Flights Only

Canada requires APIS filings only for commercial flights. Submissions can begin up to 72 hours before departure. For private operators, a separate process through the CANPASS system or CBSA telephone reporting applies.

Mexico – Mandatory for All Operators

APIS is required for all flight types, submitted via eGOV portals, government-approved handlers, or email (limited to four times per year and without confirmation). Most operators use an approved platform like Streamlane to avoid cumbersome processes and ensure reliable transmission.

Global Expansion of Border Declarations

APIS and PNR requirements now extend beyond the Americas. Many regions mandate declarations via government portals or certified third parties. In some European states, PNR filings cannot legally be delegated to FBOs or handlers – only carriers or certified providers like Streamlane can transmit the data.

New travel authorisation systems further complicate things:

These frameworks add another layer of compliance, requiring accurate passenger information before departure.

Future-Proof Your Flight Operations

The myairops and Streamlane integration is built for operators who want to automate APIS compliance, reduce friction, and stay ahead of evolving international regulations.

Everything happens within the myairops flight management platform, allowing you to manage missions, passengers, crew, and compliance in one place.

Interested in seeing how it works?
Contact the myairops team or speak to Streamlane today and discover how this integration can transform your cross-border operations.