KSBN · South Bend, Indiana
South Bend International Airport
KSBNApril 15, 2026 · KSBN-0426
Operational Summary
- U.S. Customs Service
- Yes
- User Fee
- Yes
- Office Hours
- Mon-Fri09:00-17:00
Eastern Time
- Service Hours
- Daily24 Hours24/7
Eastern Time
- Parking
- Signature Aviation, 2026 Publication Number KSBN-0426 South Bend International Airport 4477 Progress Drive, South Bend, IN 46628
- Permission to Land
- Required
Parking and Inspection
Where to Park
Signature Aviation
Aircraft must park on the CBP ramp located at the east side of the main terminal,next to Gate 9. A CBP Officer will meet the aircraft on the ramp to begin the inspection. Regulated waste/garbage will be collected from the aircraft crew, by the FBO, under the supervision For FBO information contact Atlantic Aviation (574) 233-8285, Signature Aviation (574) 282-4200.
Aircraft must park on the CBP ramp located at the east side of the main terminal,next to Gate 9. A CBP Officer will meet the aircraft on the ramp to begin the inspection. Regulated waste/garbage will be collected from the aircraft crew, by the FBO, under the supervision For FBO information contact Atlantic Aviation (574) 233-8285, Signature Aviation (574) 282-4200.
Inspection Process
- Aircraft must park on the CBP ramp located at the east side of the main terminal,next to Gate 9.
- The aircraft control tower can direct you in if needed.
- A CBP Officer will meet the aircraft on the ramp to begin the inspection.
- Be prepared to present passports, visas, pilot’s license, medical certificate, aircraft registration, and user fee decal (if appropriate).
- Regulated waste/garbage will be collected from the aircraft crew, by the FBO, under the supervision of CBP, upon completion of the inspection.
- Passengers can depart directly from GAF at the conclusion of their inspection.
Procedures
Permission to Land
Commercial aircraft operators departing the U.S. must obtain an outbound clearance by contacting CBP directly. South Bend International Airport (KSBN) is designated as a “user fee airport” [19 CFR 122.1(m);19 CFR 122.15]. Pilots must secure permission to land by contacting CBP prior to departure from the foreign port or place and at least one business day in advance of the anticipated arrival time at KSBN. Permission to land is granted with a tolerance of (+/-) 30 minutes. If your ETA deviates outside these parameters, previously granted permission(s) are invalid and you must contact CBP to re-secure permission to land.
Appointment
Unknown- Email or voicemail requests alone will not constitute permission to land. Pilots must secure permission to land by speaking with a South Bend CBP Officer.
- For weekend or holiday service, requests must be submitted no later than 1600 on the last business day before the weekend or holiday.
- Advise CBP if transporting live animals, weapons, hunting trophies, or commercial imports.
- For FBO information contact Atlantic Aviation (574) 233-8285, Signature Aviation (574) 282-4200. NOTE: For further detailed information regarding national GA processing standards and procedures, please refer to the CBP Private Aircraft Arrival Information Document or contact GAsupport@cbp.dhs.gov April 14, 2026 Publication Number KSBN-0426 South Bend International Airport 4477 Progress Drive, South Bend, IN 46628
Departure
- Inspection services for the entrance/ arrival of aircraft at South Bend International Airport are generally available 7 days per week, 24 hours per day in accordance with the port's
- Email or voicemail requests alone will not constitute permission to land. Pilots must secure permission to land by speaking with a South Bend CBP Officer.
- For weekend or holiday service, requests must be submitted no later than 1600 on the last business day before the weekend or holiday.
- Advise CBP if transporting live animals, weapons, hunting trophies, or commercial imports.
- For FBO information contact Atlantic Aviation (574) 233-8285, Signature Aviation (574) 282-4200. NOTE: For further detailed information regarding national GA processing standards and procedures, please refer to the CBP Private Aircraft Arrival Information Document or contact GAsupport@cbp.dhs.gov April 14, 2026 Publication Number KSBN-0426 South Bend International Airport 4477 Progress Drive, South Bend, IN 46628 Commercial aircraft operators departing the U.S. must obtain an outbound clearance by contacting CBP directly. South Bend International Airport (KSBN) is designated as a “user fee airport” [19 CFR 122.1(m);19 CFR 122.15]. Pilots must secure permission to land by contacting CBP prior to departure from the foreign port or place and at least one business day in advance of the anticipated arrival time at KSBN. Permission to land is granted with a tolerance of (+/-) 30 minutes. If your ETA deviates outside these parameters, previously granted permission(s) are invalid and you must contact CBP to re-secure permission to land.
Operator Highlights
- Aircraft must park on the CBP ramp located at the east side of the main terminal,next to Gate 9.
- Be prepared to present passports, visas, pilot’s license, medical certificate, aircraft registration, and
- Email or voicemail requests alone will not constitute permission to land. Pilots must secure permission
- For weekend or holiday service, requests must be submitted no later than 1600 on the last business
- Advise CBP if transporting live animals, weapons, hunting trophies, or commercial imports.
Contacts and Location
Customs Location Map
2026 Publication Number KSBN-0426 South Bend International Airport 4477 Progress DriveSouth Bend, IN 46628Related Resources for KSBN
Hours and Availability
Office Hours
- Mon-Fri09:00-17:00
Eastern Time
Source Wording
Monday-Friday, 0900-1700 Eastern Time (ET)
Service Hours
- Daily24 Hours24/7
Eastern Time
Source Wording
Inspection services for the entrance/ arrival of aircraft at South Bend International Airport are generally available 7 days per week, 24 hours per day in accordance with the port's
Availability
day before the weekend or holiday.
- For weekend or holiday service, requests must be submitted no later than 1600 on the last business
- day before the weekend or holiday.
Remarks
- Email or voicemail requests alone will not constitute permission to land. Pilots must secure permission to land by speaking with a South Bend CBP Officer.
- For weekend or holiday service, requests must be submitted no later than 1600 on the last business day before the weekend or holiday.
- Advise CBP if transporting live animals, weapons, hunting trophies, or commercial imports.
- For FBO information contact Atlantic Aviation (574) 233-8285, Signature Aviation (574) 282-4200. NOTE: For further detailed information regarding national GA processing standards and procedures, please refer to the CBP Private Aircraft Arrival Information Document or contact GAsupport@cbp.dhs.gov April 14, 2026 Publication Number KSBN-0426 South Bend International Airport 4477 Progress Drive, South Bend, IN 46628
Detected Topics
- Holiday Restrictions
- FBO Coordination
- Usda Waste
- Live Animals
- Weapons
- Hunting Trophies
- Commercial Imports
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Original Content
General Aviation Airport Fact Sheet South Bend International Airport (KSBN) Regular Office Hours Monday-Friday, 0900-1700 Eastern Time (ET) Contact Information (574) 232-9650 CBP South Bend Office (800) 973-2867 SECTOR Communications toll free (407) 975-1740 SECTOR Communications KSBN_GAP@cbp.dhs.gov Hours of Service for Entrance and Clearance Inspection services for the entrance/ arrival of aircraft at South Bend International Airport are generally available 7 days per week, 24 hours per day in accordance with the port's permission to land procedures. Commercial aircraft operators departing the U.S. must obtain an outbound clearance by contacting CBP directly. Permission to Land Procedures South Bend International Airport (KSBN) is designated as a “user fee airport” [19 CFR 122.1(m);19 CFR 122.15]. Pilots must secure permission to land by contacting CBP prior to departure from the foreign port or place and at least one business day in advance of the anticipated arrival time at KSBN. Permission to land is granted with a tolerance of (+/-) 30 minutes. If your ETA deviates outside these parameters, previously granted permission(s) are invalid and you must contact CBP to re-secure permission to land. Inspection Process • Aircraft must park on the CBP ramp located at the east side of the main terminal,next to Gate 9. • The aircraft control tower can direct you in if needed. • A CBP Officer will meet the aircraft on the ramp to begin the inspection. • Be prepared to present passports, visas, pilot’s license, medical certificate, aircraft registration, and user fee decal (if appropriate). • Regulated waste/garbage will be collected from the aircraft crew, by the FBO, under the supervision of CBP, upon completion of the inspection. • Passengers can depart directly from GAF at the conclusion of their inspection. Special Procedures/Miscellaneous • Email or voicemail requests alone will not constitute permission to land. Pilots must secure permission to land by speaking with a South Bend CBP Officer. • For weekend or holiday service, requests must be submitted no later than 1600 on the last business day before the weekend or holiday. • Advise CBP if transporting live animals, weapons, hunting trophies, or commercial imports. • For FBO information contact Atlantic Aviation (574) 233-8285, Signature Aviation (574) 282-4200. NOTE: For further detailed information regarding national GA processing standards and procedures, please refer to the CBP Private Aircraft Arrival Information Document or contact GAsupport@cbp.dhs.gov April 14, 2026 Publication Number KSBN-0426 South Bend International Airport 4477 Progress Drive, South Bend, IN 46628