CBP Proposes Ending International Status of Miami Seaplane Base

TITLE: CBP Proposes Ending International Status of Miami Seaplane Base

WHAT HAPPENED: On August 21, 2026, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) proposed to remove the international airport designation — permission for international flights to clear CBP inspections at that airport — from Chalk Seaplane Base, now called Miami Seaplane Base. CBP says the facility has not met CBP rules and security standards, and its business volume does not justify keeping inspection staff and equipment there.

WHO IT AFFECTS: Travelers who fly into Miami Seaplane Base (formerly Chalk Seaplane Base) from another country, and carriers that use it for international arrivals or customs processing.

WHAT TO DO NOW: This is only a proposal, not a final rule. The source text does not give a deadline or final date. If you plan to enter the U.S. through Miami Seaplane Base, check the source for updates and confirm with your carrier before you travel. If you have immigration concerns, speak with an immigration attorney.

SOURCE: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/08/21/2026-17108/withdrawal-of-international-airport-designation-of-chalk-seaplane-base

DISCLAIMER: General info from Homeland Security Department, not legal advice — check with an immigration attorney. English is authoritative.