BASA NIGERIA QATAR AND NIGERIA SINGAPORE

What Is This Policy?

Bilateral air service agreements between Nigeria and Qatar, and Nigeria and Singapore, establishing the framework for commercial air transport services between these countries.

Who Does It Target?

Nigerian and foreign airlines, aviation authorities, business travelers, tourists, and the aviation industry.

What Does It Aim to Achieve?

Facilitate direct air connectivity, promote trade and tourism, create economic opportunities, and strengthen diplomatic relations between Nigeria and these countries.

Key Features

Route Designation: Authorizes airlines to operate scheduled services between the countries. Traffic Rights: Defines passenger, cargo, and frequency rights for designated airlines. Safety Standards: Ensures compliance with international aviation safety standards. Economic Benefits: Promotes trade, tourism, and investment through improved connectivity.

Current Status

Rollout Stage: Active agreements. Coverage: International routes between Nigeria, Qatar, and Singapore. Funding: N/A (commercial airline operations).

How to Access

Airlines apply to the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority for route designation under the agreements. Airlines apply for route designation Comply with NCAA regulatory requirements Commence operations upon approval Portal: ncaa.gov.ng

Impact & Metrics

Improves air connectivity and facilitates trade and tourism.

Official Resources

Website: https://ncaa.gov.ng Contact: Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, Abuja

Legal Framework

Concluded under Nigeria's powers to enter into bilateral treaties under Section 12 and the executive authority of Section 5 of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). The Bilateral Air Services Agreements (BASA) operate under the Civil Aviation Act 2006, the NCAA Act, and the Chicago Convention on International Civil Aviation (Annex 17 and related annexes). Aligns with ICAO standards on international air transport services and the ECOWAS Yamoussoukro Decision on open skies.