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Aug 22, 2023 | 12:21 pm

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Originally Posted by canadiancow

So I'm not allowed to use fast lanes?

I know it doesn't give me any visa waivers, but I'm struggling to find any official source for what it does give me.

Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation:

Frequently Asked Questions for APEC Business Travel Card Clients

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Question 4 – What are the benefits of holding an ABTC?

The ABTC gives frequent business travellers:

Fast-track entry and exit through special APEC lanes at participating airports; and,
Multiple, short-term entries to precleared APEC economies without having to make a separate visa application to fully participating members.

Question 15 – Can I use the ABTC for non-business purposes, such as tourism?

The ABTC is not designed for tourism purposes, but some economies may facilitate entry for cardholders depending on their circumstances. Please refer to the relevant economy for individual entry arrangements for cardholders and tourist visits (link).

In addition, the card cannot be used for travel by:

Students;
A business person’s spouse and children;
Persons who wish to engage in paid employment or a working holiday; or,
Professional athletes, news correspondents, entertainers, musicians, artists or persons engaged in similar occupations.

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