The governments of various countries require British Airways to collect Advance Passenger Information for passengers prior to travel. For an introduction to the requirements, click here.

If you have any customers travelling to countries that require Full Advance Passenger Information (APIS) you are now able to enter this information via your GDS.

Click on the links below to find:

- How to input APIS via the Industry Standard Keywords 
- Details of countries requiring API
- How to input API for bookings made through the Groups Process
- A full list of 3 letter country codes for use in the API entries
- Specific information on the US requirements for API, and how to enter your passenger's information

Please note: It is extremely important that you enter API information correctly as British Airways will be unable to validate the information provided.