Does an APEC card reliably grant visa-free entry?

I recently got an APEC card, with validity for countries like Indonesia & China, which normally have higher visa-requirements for me as a UK passport holder than other countries (no visa-on-arrival, full-page stickers in my passport etc).

The APEC card is supposed to give me Visa-free access to those countries, but I am worried of traveling and then being bounced back at passport control. Can someone tell me from their own experience if they had any problems trying to cross the border with an APEC card despite normally requiring a visa to China?

Best Answer

I recently received my APEC card from the United States, but it did not work in Indonesia. The Indonesian officials are refusing to accept APEC cards issued by the US. I've been in touch with US folks about it and they are saying they are working to fix the problem, but its a matter of training the Indonesian customs officials which they have no control over.

Until Indonesia gets on board, US issued APEC card holders are out of luck.

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Do I need visa if I have APEC card?

ABTC holders granted preclearance by an APEC economy do not need to make a separate application for a visa or entry permit when traveling to that economy.

Can APEC card holders enter Australia?

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Should I get APEC Business Travel Card?

For frequent travellers, the APEC business travel card (ABTC) is worth considering. Its main purpose is to streamline the entry process into APEC countries - making business travel managers' lives easier and accelerating immigration processing for travellers.

How long can I stay in Singapore with APEC card?

The ABTC is plastic and the size of a credit card. It is normally valid for five yearsNote1. The card is good for multiple visits of two to three months to participating economiesNote2 without the need for a visa if pre-clearance has been granted.

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