GACA permits through an accredited Saudi agent
The General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) releases overflight and landing permits to foreign operators only through an accredited Saudi agent. This applies across flight types — private, VIP, charter, cargo, medevac and state flights alike.
LFS coordinates the request with the accredited agent: preparing the file, lodging it in the correct form and tracking it until the permit number is issued.
Request serviceWhy the accredited agent matters
The accredited-agent requirement is how GACA structures foreign permit requests. An application that does not come through the right channel is not processed, so the first step of any Saudi permit is making sure the filing path is correct.
What LFS coordinates around the permit
The permit is one part of the trip. LFS also coordinates handling, fuel, slots and crew logistics at the Saudi airports on the itinerary so the ground arrangements match the approved schedule.
Frequently asked questions
Can a foreign operator apply to GACA directly?
No — GACA releases permits to foreign operators through an accredited Saudi agent. LFS coordinates the request through that channel and tracks it to the answer.