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Australian Trusted Trader APEC business travel card

Australian Trusted Trader (ATT) is a partnership with Australian businesses to streamline legitimate trade. Become an accredited trusted trader and save your business time and money.

APEC Business Travel Card

The Asia–Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Travel Card (ABTC) offers faster and easier entry to some Asia-Pacific economies, and fast-track entry and exit lanes for ABTC holders at many international airports.

As an accredited Trusted Trader, you will automatically satisfy some criteria for the ABTC if:

you are a senior business person, relative to the structure of the nominating business, and

you undertake frequent travel for business purposes

Streamlined applications arrangements are available to these applicants, who also meet the ABTC individual identity and criminal history requirements as long as they:

note in the ABTC application that the sponsoring business is a Trusted Trader (by adding “ATT” in the Business Details section, ahead of the Legal registered name)

provide the Australian Business Number, and

are an Australian citizen employee of the Trusted Trader

If your application is successful, we issue you with an ABTC which lists your passport details and the places you can enter and stay without needing to apply for a separate visa.

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U.S. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Travel Card Program FAQs

General questions about the program, what is the u.s. apec business travel card program.

The U.S. APEC Business Travel Card Program is a voluntary program to  facilitate  travel for U.S. citizens engaged in verified business in the APEC region and U.S. government officials engaged in APEC business. Participants must also be members of a CBP trusted traveler program.  The U.S. APEC Business Travel Card will enable access to fast-track immigration lanes at airports in foreign APEC member economies. 

What is APEC and who are APEC members?

APEC, the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation, is an economic forum whose primary goal is to support sustainable economic growth and prosperity in the Asia-Pacific region.  The United States is one of 21 APEC member economies, which include:  Australia, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, Chile, China, Hong Kong China, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, Chinese Taipei, Thailand and Vietnam.

Program Benefits

What benefits does the u.s. apec business travel card afford me.

The U.S. APEC Business Travel Card will enable access to a dedicated fast-track lane for expedited immigration processing at participating foreign APEC member airports.  For a complete list of APEC Business Travel Card participating airports, visit  www.apec.org/Groups/Committee-on-Trade-and-Investment/Business-Mobility-Group/ABTC .

U.S. APEC Business Travel Card holders may also use the available Global Entry processing technology at participating airports upon their U.S. return.  View the list of  airports with Global Entry .   

Eligibility for the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card

Am i eligible for the u.s. apec business travel card.

To be eligible for the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card Program, you must meet three criteria:

  • you must be a U.S. citizen;
  • you must be an existing member in good standing or be approved for membership in a CBP trusted traveler program (SENTRI, NEXUS, or Global Entry) during the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card application process, , meaning they will go through a thorough vetting process including a review of all relevant national security and criminal databases prior to enrollment;
  • you must be either a verified business person, or a U.S. government official, who is actively engaged in APEC business.

Who is a “verified business person” engaged in APEC business?

A “verified business person” engaged in APEC business  means a person engaged in the trade of goods, the provision of services or the conduct of investment activities in the APEC region.  Professional athletes, news correspondents, entertainers, musicians, artists or persons engaged in similar occupations are not considered to be verified business travelers engaged in business in the APEC region when they are traveling in such a capacity. 

A “U.S. government official” means a U.S. government official performing U.S. government activities that support the work of APEC.

What is the fee for the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card?

The application fee for the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card is $70.  The fee is non-refundable.  This fee is in addition to the fee for the selected CBP Trusted Traveler Program.

For example, a new applicant applying for the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card with their Global Entry application would pay an application fee of $170.  This breaks down to $70 for the APEC Business Travel Card application and $100 for the Global Entry application.

Trusted Traveler Membership

How do i apply for membership in sentri, nexus, or global entry.

Apply for a CBP trusted traveler program on the Trusted Traveler Program (TTP) website,  https://ttp.dhs.gov .  You also must schedule an enrollment center interview via your TTP dashboard during the application process.  For more information about Global Entry, NEXUS and SENTRI go to the  Trusted Traveler Programs  page.

Applying for and Renewing the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card

How do i apply for the u.s. apec business travel card program.

You must apply on the Trusted Traveler Program (TTP) website,  https://ttp.dhs.gov .  This is the same website that is used to apply for CBP’s trusted traveler programs.  Check the box in TTP for the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card. Then schedule a visit to any CBP trusted traveler enrollment center for an interview (if you are not already a CBP trusted traveler) and for electronic signature collection. 

However, if you are already a CBP trusted traveler, you can visit any CBP trusted traveler enrollment center for your interview/signature collection without an appointment.

Do I have to be a member of a CBP trusted traveler program to apply for the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card Program?

All applicants for a U.S. APEC Business Travel Card must be existing members in good standing of a CBP trusted traveler program or apply and be approved for membership in a CBP trusted traveler program during the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card application process.  An applicant for the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card may be a member of any of three CBP  Trusted Traveler Programs : Global Entry, NEXUS or SENTRI, meaning they will go through a thorough vetting process including a review of all relevant national security and criminal databases prior to enrollment.  An individual may apply either for a CBP trusted traveler program in advance or when applying for the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card. 

Is it more advantageous for me to apply for a CBP trusted traveler program in advance or when I submit the application for the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card?

Each method has its advantages and disadvantages. 

If you apply for the  U.S. APEC Business Travel Card program  and the  CBP Trusted Traveler Program  concurrently, then you have to visit the enrollment center only once for the CBP trusted traveler interview and for signature collection.  If you first apply for a CBP trusted traveler program, you will need two trips to an enrollment center, once for the interview and again for signature collection.

If you apply for the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card and the CBP Trusted Traveler Program concurrently, you will be required to pay the applicable fees for both programs when you submit the applications.  All application fees are non-refundable.  Since membership to a CBP trusted traveler program is a prerequisite for membership in the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card program, if you are denied CBP trusted traveler program membership, you would be also be denied a U.S. APEC Business Travel Card and no refunds are available.  This could be avoided if you applied first for a CBP trusted traveler program.

How long will my U.S. APEC Business Travel Card be valid?

Prior to December 13, 2016 ABTC cards were issued with a validity of 3 years or until the expiration date of the card holder’s passport whichever occurred first.  However, U.S. issued APEC Business Travel Cards approved on or after December 13, 2016 are now valid for five years from the date of issuance, or until the expiration date of the card holder’s passport, whichever comes first. This change in validity does not apply to current U.S. APEC Business Travel Card holders, whose cards remain valid only until the date printed on their card.

How do I renew my U.S. APEC Business Travel Card?

To renew the  U.S. APEC Business Travel Card , submit a new U.S. APEC Business Travel Card application, pay the program fee, and meet all the eligibility criteria, including maintaining active membership in one of the CBP Trusted Traveler Programs (Global Entry, NEXUS or SENTRI).

Do I have to renew my CBP trusted traveler program membership if it is set to lapse prior to the expiration of my U.S. APEC Business Travel Card?

Yes. CBP may revoke your U.S. APEC Business Travel Card if you fail to renew or maintain your CBP trusted traveler program membership. 

If I am already a member of a CBP trusted traveler program, do I still have to visit an enrollment center to complete my U.S. APEC Business Travel Card application?

Yes, once CBP determines you are eligible to participate in the APEC program you must provide an electronic signature that will be printed on the APEC Business Travel Card. You can complete the interview/signature collection process via Enrollment on Arrival  when returning to the U.S. from an international flight or at any CBP Trusted Traveler enrollment center, no appointment necessary.   

If I am a U.S. citizen living abroad, can I complete my interview in the country in which I reside?

No. Interviews and signature collection for the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card must be done at a CBP trusted traveler enrollment center and none are located outside of the United States and Canada. See a list of all CBP enrollment centers for Global Entry , NEXUS , and SENTRI . Alternatively, you can complete the signature collection process via Enrollment on Arrival when returning to the U.S. from an international flight.

How will I know when I am accepted into the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card Program and how will I receive my travel card?

If you are accepted into the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card Program, CBP will update your  TTP  account to reflect the acceptance and will mail the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card to the mailing address that you provided on your application.  CBP will mail the card to U.S. or international addresses, but not to post office boxes. 

Traveling with the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card

Can the u.s. apec business travel card be used in lieu of a visa in a foreign apec member economy.

No.  Foreign APEC member economies will not recognize the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card in lieu of a visa. The U.S. is a transitional member of APEC and does not reciprocate with other economies regarding full pre-clearance benefits to applicants.  As such, no countries are listed on the back of U.S. APEC Business Travel Cards and card holders are required to present any travel or identity documentation, such as a passport and visa (where applicable), required by the foreign APEC member economy.  If a  U.S. APEC Business Travel Card  holder does not conform to the foreign economy’s visa,  passport  or entry requirements, the card holder may be directed to a non-expedited lane or refused entry.   Check the entry requirements of the destination APEC member economy before travel. 

Can I use my U.S. APEC Business Travel Card for personal travel, such as vacation?

No. The APEC Business Travel Card is for members who travel frequently on short-term visits within the APEC region to fulfill business commitments. To use the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card, you must be traveling solely for business purposes to the foreign APEC economy.  

Is my spouse or child able to access the APEC lanes if they are traveling with me?

No. The U.S. APEC Business Travel Card is not transferable and applicable only to the card holder. Access to APEC lanes will not be extended to anyone traveling with the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card holder.

Revoking or Suspending Membership

In what situations will cbp revoke or suspend a u.s. apec business travel card program membership.

A U.S. APEC Business Travel Card membership may be suspended or revoked if CBP determines that:

the individual provided false information in the application and/or during the application process;

the individual failed to follow the program’s terms, conditions and requirements;

the individual has been arrested or convicted of a crime or otherwise no longer meets the program eligibility criteria.

CBP can also revoke membership if the card holder is no longer a member of a CBP trusted traveler program.  A U.S. APEC Business Travel Card applicant or card holder who is denied, suspended, or removed will not receive an application fee refund.

If my U.S. APEC Business Travel Card expires or I am no longer eligible for a U.S. APEC Business Travel Card, does this affect my membership in a CBP trusted traveler program?

No.  You would still be considered a full participant in the CBP trusted traveler program for the remaining period of your membership.

Application or Membership Problems

Who can i contact if my u.s. apec business travel card application or membership is suspended, denied, revoked or canceled.

In the event you are denied or revoked from the Trusted Traveler Programs, you will be provided information in writing detailing the reason for this action. If you believe the decision was based upon inaccurate or incomplete information, you may request reconsideration through the Trusted Traveler Programs website.

Reconsideration Requests and attachments to the Ombudsman should be in English and must include the following details:

  • Date of denial and denial reason(s) from the letter;
  • Summary of information to further clarify a record or explain an incident or arrest;
  • Court disposition documentation in PDF format for all arrests or convictions, even if expunged; and/or
  • Other supporting documentation you feel may influence the Ombudsman's decision. Supported formats: PDF, DOCX, DOC, PNG, JPEG, and GIF.
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APEC Business Travel Card

The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Travel Card is a scheme designed to facilitate the movement of business travellers between APEC member economies.

Singapore citizens may apply for the card if they do not have any past criminal convictions, and are:

  • A bona fide business person representing an economically active business entity; or
  • A member of a professional body (for example, a doctor, lawyer or accountant); or
  • A public officer representing a ministry, government department, economic agency or statutory board, travelling in official capacity.

Singapore citizens with a valid passport and the issued APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) may use the ABTC as a multiple-journey visa that enables expedited immigration clearance through designated lanes in the following participating economies:

If you travel to the US or Canada with an ABTC, you will be subjected to the standard immigration clearance processes; however, you may use ‘fast track’ immigration lanes (currently designated for airline crew) at major international airports*.

*The designated airports in Canada are:

  • Calgary International Airport
  • Edmonton International Airport
  • Halifax Stanfield International Airport
  • Montréal–Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport
  • Ottawa Macdonald–Cartier International Airport
  • Toronto Pearson International Airport (Terminals 1 and 2)
  • Vancouver International Airport
  • Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport.

You will need to provide original documents and official translations (for documents in languages other than English), as well as copies of the documents for ICA to retain.

ICA accepts:

  • Translations provided by the embassy of the country that issued the document
  • Translations produced by a notary public in Singapore or the country that issued the document
  • Privately created translations attested by the embassy of the country that issued the document, or notarised by a notary public in Singapore or the country that issued the document.

ICA does not endorse any private translation companies or entities. Insufficient documentation may result in non-acceptance of your application. You may be required to provide additional documents to support your application.

You will need the following to apply for an ABTC using e-Service :

  • Your recent passport-sized, digital, colour photograph taken within the last three months. Please see Photo Guidelines for information on photo requirements.
  • Scanned signature image file:- in JPEG format ('jpg' extension)  - Preferred dimension of 250 x 220 pixels  - File size of less than 60 KBytes
  • Scanned copy of a letter of authorisation or support from the organisation:- in JPEG format ('jpg' extension) or PDF format  - File size of less than 1 MB ( sample supporting document )- If the letter of support is self-signed, please provide a scanned copy of your ACRA Business Profile
  • For members of professional bodies who are applying for the ABTC in their personal capacity, a letter  stating the reason for application, along with proof of membership from the professional body must be provided
  • If you are applying as part of an overseas company, you must submit a scanned copy of the company's overseas business registration certificate written in any of the four official languages (English, Mandarin, Tamil or Malay).
  • Valid Singapore passport.

Login to our e-Service  using your Singpass 2FA to complete the online application form.

If your ABTC has expired or there is a change in your passport details, you would need to submit a new application online. If your passport is expiring, or you have a pending passport application, please apply for a new ABTC after you have collected your replacement passport.

A non-refundable S$100 fee is payable.

Payment can be made using either:

  • Visa or MasterCard credit/debit card
  • American Express (AMEX) credit card
  • Internet Direct Debit (DBS/POSB, OCBC, UOB and Standard Chartered Bank internet banking accounts in Singapore)

You may wish to save your receipt after you have made payment, as it will not be emailed to you automatically.

The processing time for an ABTC is at least three months upon the receipt of the application. In some cases, it may take up to a year to secure pre-clearance from all ABTC-participating economies.

The clearance of your ABTC is dependent on other APEC economies' processing times. As several APEC economies have just resumed normalcy after disruptions caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the issuance of your interim and/or your final card may be delayed.

You may wish to check the approval status of your application via https://www.abtc-aps.org/abtc-core/status/check.html , 3 to 4 weeks after the approval of your application. Do select "Singapore" as the Economy of Application and key in the applicant's passport number to check.

Should you have any ABTC-related enquiry, you may reach out to us via  https://go.gov.sg/abtc-enquiry .

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Welcome To APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC)

The ABTC program was designed to promote ease of travel for investors and business persons traveling for work throughout the Asia Pacific region. As ABTC holders you’ll have pre-clearance privileges, which means you can slide right through customs like a VIP.

Advantages of ABTC

Obtaining visas are a hassle. With the ABTC, you are allowed multiple entries into these countries without having a need for a Visa; VISA-FREE especially for China, Australia, Papua New Guinea and Russia

UP TO 90 DAYS

The participating countries provide a minimum period of stay of 59 days, with some going up to 90 days! It may save you lots of time and money from doing visa runs to the border and back again.

MULTIPLE ACCESS

ABTC enables you multiple access into 19 Countries; Australia, Brunei, Chile, China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea, Peru, Philippines, Russia, Singapore, Taiwan, Vietnam & Thailand.

EXPRESS LANES

Long queues typically plague many airports and after a flight, you just want to get in and out quickly. The special entry and exit APEC lanes are available at major airports to facilitate your mobility.

UP TO 5 YEARS

The card has up to Five (5) years validity. No renewal needed for the period. No need to apply for a visa or entry permit, as the card is treated as such. Save cost and time of visa application.

LOW SECURITY RISK

As an APEC card holder, you will be designated with a lower security risk, as you have been pre-cleared by all these countries for travel. Keep your card visible when going through security checkpoints, immigration & customs.

Savings Gained From ABTC

Travel Cost for APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) holders was reduced by 38% during a 12-months period in 2011-2012 which resulted in a total savings of USD 3.7 million.

Application time and cost were reduced by 43%

Immigration processing time and cost were reduced by 52.4%, application fees were reduced by 27.8%, 91% abtc holders were satisfied overall with the scheme, special access to 19 countries with the abtc card.

An ABTC is literally a card that you keep with your passport. There are an estimated 500,000 APEC travel cards currently around the world. The ABTC essentially gives you special access when arriving at airports within the Asia Pacific region.

The actual ABTC itself is about the size of a credit card. On one side it will list your personal information and on the other, it will list the countries you have been approved to enter without applying for a visa ahead of time.

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Outstanding service and constant updates from Mr. Marvin! He is meticulous in guiding through the applications! Highly recommend for new applicators! More value-added as compared to the other providers with the same amount paid.👍

Kevin Leong

The ABTC card has really made my business travels easier. I no longer have to apply for a visa to China, this has saved me a lot of time. Plus with the priority lane accorded to ABTC cardholders – I have been on time if not earlier for my business meetings.

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Hassle Free application. Great Service & Periodical updates on status. I travel a lot to China for work and getting a visa each time is quite troublesome. With the APEC card, I don’t need a visa anymore to 19 economies – Save time, Save Money!

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Incheon mayor pushes to host 2025 APEC summit

Incheon Mayor Yoo Jeong-bok, center left, talks about his committed determination, along with Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul, center right, to bring the 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit to his city, at the Foreign Ministry in central Seoul on Monday. [INCHEON METROPOLITAN CITY]

Incheon Mayor Yoo Jeong-bok, center left, talks about his committed determination, along with Foreign Minister Cho Tae-yul, center right, to bring the 2025 Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit to his city, at the Foreign Ministry in central Seoul on Monday. [INCHEON METROPOLITAN CITY]

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  2. APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC)

    The Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Business Travel Card. The Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Travel Card (ABTC) facilitates short-term business travel within the APEC region by streamlining the entry process into APEC economies. The 'apply once, information used for multiple purposes' approach is used which means that ...

  3. Your complete guide to the APEC Business Travel Card

    While each APEC member country has its own set of guidelines for applying for an APEC Business Travel Card, the eligibility criteria and overall process is generally quite similar. In Australia, applications for an APEC Business Travel Card are processed by the Department of Home Affairs and requires a $200 non-refundable application fee.

  4. Frequently Asked Questions for APEC Business Travel Card Clients

    The APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) is a card issued to business travellers and senior government officials who meet certain requirements. APEC manages the ABTC program, which it refers to as the ABTC scheme. ... Australia. 1 March 2021. Mexico. 23 April 2021. Peru. 28 May 2021. Brunei Darussalam. Chile. Indonesia. Papua New Guinea. 30 June ...

  5. APEC business travel card

    The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Travel Card (ABTC) offers faster and easier entry to some Asia-Pacific economies, and fast-track entry and exit lanes for ABTC holders at many international airports. As an accredited Trusted Trader, you will automatically satisfy some criteria for the ABTC if: you are a senior business ...

  6. APEC Business Travel Card Goes Digital

    The APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) scheme facilitates short-term business travel within the APEC economies by streamlining the entry process at ports of entry within the region. Approved applicants are issued with a card that serves as the entry authority to fully participating economies. The scheme reduces travel costs between APEC economies ...

  7. APEC Business Travel Card

    Sample of an Australian APEC Business Travel Card issued in 2019. The APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) is a travel document issued to business travellers who are citizens of APEC participating economies. Valid for five years, the card eliminates the need for its holder to possess a visa when visiting other APEC participating economies as long as pre-clearance has been obtained during the ...

  8. APEC business travel card

    The APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) is one initiative that was implemented to help foster the APEC mission of facilitating trade through allowing more lenient travel rules.. ... Document proving the business office's address in Australia and another APEC economy; Business licence authorising business operation in an APEC economy; For those ...

  9. APEC Business Travel Card : The Ultimate Guide

    Eligibility for the APEC business travel card (ABTC) is available to anyone who travels for business related trips (including trade and investment activities) in the 21 participating countries. Eligibility criteria to be approved and considered includes: A valid passport. Must travel frequently for business related matters.

  10. U.S. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Travel Card Program FAQs

    To be eligible for the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card Program, you must meet three criteria: you must be a U.S. citizen; you must be an existing member in good standing or be approved for membership in a CBP trusted traveler program (SENTRI, NEXUS, or Global Entry) during the U.S. APEC Business Travel Card application process, , meaning they will go through a thorough vetting process including ...

  11. APEC Business Travel Card

    Context-development of the APEC Business Travel Card Australia, Korea, and the Philippines were the three original members of the scheme when it was first trialled in 1997. The ABTC aimed to support APEC's objectives of regional economic integration and the facilitation of regional trade and investment by reducing the costs of cross-border ...

  12. Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC)

    Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) is a forum of 21 Asia-Pacific economies. APEC's member economies are home to more than 2.9 billion people and make up over 60 per cent of global GDP. APEC partners make up around 75 per cent of Australia's total trade in goods and services. Closer regional economic integration contributes to Australian economic growth and prosperity.

  13. Make your journeys smoother with the APEC Business Travel Card

    Where the APEC Business Travel Card works its magic. Along with journeys departing and arriving into Australia, the APEC Business Travel Card makes passport control a lot easier abroad. In participating countries and territories, there's usually a fast lane for those with the APEC Card. It's often combined with the swift exit for diplomatic ...

  14. Virtual APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC)

    The APEC Business Mobility Group launched the virtual APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) during APEC Leader's Week in November 2020. The virtual ABTC is an innovative new method for travelling with the ABTC. It brings the existing scheme into the digital era, providing the much-valued service through cardholders' smart devices.

  15. Business Travel

    The APEC Business Travel Card (ABTC) is designed to facilitate easier travel for passport holders of the participating member countries in the APEC region when the purpose of their trip to Australia is undertaking short-stay business activities. The APEC card is available to those who hold a passport of the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation ...

  16. The Ultimate Guide to the APEC Business Travel Card

    The travel card (ABTC) program was established to make short-term business travel entry-and-exit processing faster and more efficient between the participating APEC economies. Once approved for the APEC travel card (ABTC), applicants can successfully move between participating countries with pre-clearance and fast-track immigration.

  17. APEC Business Travel Card

    The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Travel Card provides individuals travelling for short-term business with faster and easier entry to economies of the Asia-Pacific region. Essentially, the visa allows individuals to enter certain countries for a period of up to 60 or 90 days without having to separately apply for a visa.

  18. ICA

    The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Business Travel Card is a scheme designed to facilitate the movement of business travellers between APEC member economies. Singapore citizens may apply for the card if they do not have any past criminal convictions, and are: A public officer representing a ministry, government department, economic ...

  19. APEC card

    An ABTC is literally a card that you keep with your passport. There are an estimated 500,000 APEC travel cards currently around the world. The ABTC essentially gives you special access when arriving at airports within the Asia Pacific region. The actual ABTC itself is about the size of a credit card. On one side it will list your personal ...

  20. Visit to Singapore and Malaysia

    Senator the Hon Tim Ayres will travel to Singapore and Malaysia to lead a delegation on Australia's first-ever Business Mission as part of the Australia-Southeast Asia Business Exchange program. ... G20, OECD, APEC and IPEF and ITAG. The WTO; G20; OECD; APEC; IPEF; ITAG; Services and digital trade. Service trade policy; Australia-Singapore ...

  21. Incheon mayor pushes to host 2025 APEC summit

    Incheon says it will bid for 2025 APEC summit . Ex-defense minister's Australian move greenlit after travel ban lifts. Russian deputy foreign minister visits Seoul amid war of words. Going against the tide (KOR) Incheon, Shinhan team up to win hosting rights for APEC Summit 2025