EBOS Ostend–Bruges International Airport

Ostend–Bruges International Airport (IATA: OST, ICAO: EBOS), commonly known simply as Ostend Airport, is an international airport located 5 km (3 miles) south–southwest of Ostend, Belgium, near the coast and about 25 km (16 miles) from central Bruges.

Although freight transport is the focus of a large proportion of its activities, the airport is increasingly used for passenger flights, mainly charter and holiday flights organised by tour operators. It is also often used for private business flights. The airport covers about 350 hectares (860 acres) of land and has one 3,200-metre (10,500 ft) runway.

Premium handling for business and private aviation

Ostend-Bruges Airport is a trusted gateway for business, private and general aviation, offering fast, discreet and seamless operations in a congestion-free environment.

All non-scheduled business and general aviation flights are managed by our trusted partner, North Sea Aviation Center (NSAC) - the airport’s dedicated Fixed-Base Operator (FBO).

Located at the private jet terminal and operating from a dedicated apron (Apron 3), NSAC delivers a premium, tailor-made experience for passengers, crew and aircraft alike.

Business & General Aviation

Comprehensive FBO Services

Whether you are travelling for business or leisure, NSAC ensures a smooth and efficient journey from arrival to departure.

• VIP Passenger Experience: Meet & greet services, exclusive VIP lounge, premium catering services and fast & discreet passenger handling.

• Concierge Services: Hotel & restaurant reservations, limousine, car & bike rentals and tailor-made travel assistance

• Aircraft handling services

• Crew facilities

 

With a focus on efficiency, privacy and operational excellence, NSAC provides a high-quality aviation experience tailored to the needs of business and private aviation.

→ Visit the NSAC website for handling requests and full service details

Mandatory Flight Declarations

Important information for pilots and operators

When operating flights to or from destinations outside the European Union (EU) or the Schengen Area, pilots and operators must comply with specific customs and border control requirements.

Important: Submitting a declaration to the Federal Police does not replace the mandatory Customs declaration. Both procedures must be completed separately when applicable.

 

1. Customs Declaration (Non-EU Flights)

1. • In accordance with EU Regulation 952/2013, a General Declaration must be submitted for all flights arriving from or departing to destinations outside the European Union.
   • Failure to submit the required documentation may result in penalties or fines.

How to submit:

• By email: da.luchthaven.oostende@minfin.fed.be
• In person: at the airport customs office.
• Download: General Declaration Customs Document Here

 

2. Police & Border control (Extra-Schengen Flights)

1. • For all flights crossing an external Schengen border, a digital General Declaration (GenDec) must be submitted in advance through the Federal Aviation Police portal.
   • This requirement also applies when Belgium is the first point of entry into the Schengen Area.

Border control procedures:

• All passengers and crew members must present themselves for physical border control by the Federal Police .
• The General Declaration must be filed digitally in advanceSubmit digitally > General Declaration | Bordercontrol (police.be)