FBOs at Biju Patnaik International VEBS BBI

Airport security

BCAS-regulated facility with AAI-implemented security aligned to ICAO Annex 17 and India's National Civil Aviation Security Programme; perimeter security, CISF-staffed access control, passenger and baggage screening at both terminals, with a dedicated BCAS regional office co-located at the airport.

Customs, immigration and regulatory

Hours: H24 Airport of entry with H24 customs and immigration; green and red channel declaration system in operation at Terminal 2 (international)

Ground corridor

• Ground transport risk in Bhubaneswar is primarily opportunistic in nature — petty theft and fare disputes in unregulated transport are the principal concerns, with violent crime remaining uncommon
• road safety is a noted hazard across Odisha, with the state actively pursuing road accident reduction programmes as of late 2026. The airport sits approximately 4–6 km from the city centre with no known high-risk transit corridors on the airport access road, though congestion is common during peak hours. Pre-arranged vehicles with vetted professional drivers are strongly advised for international and corporate travellers over unregulated roadside transport
• police-operated prepaid counters are available at the arrival hall for those requiring a walk-up option. India carries no comprehensive US embargo or blanket avoid advisory for Odisha
• the US State Department rates India at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) for crime and terrorism nationally, with no elevated regional designation applicable to Bhubaneswar or Odisha.

City threat summary

India operates at an elevated and stable threat level driven by persistent cross-border terrorism, active insurgencies in multiple regions, and frequent civil unrest across the country.

The U.S. State Department rates India at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) nationally, with Level 4 (Do Not Travel) applied to Manipur and Level 3 (Reconsider Travel) for Northeastern states and parts of Central and East India.

The security environment along the Line of Control with Pakistan remains volatile following the closure of the Wagah-Attari border crossing in May 2025, with no reopening date announced.

Country overview

India operates at an elevated and stable threat level driven by persistent cross-border terrorism, active insurgencies in multiple regions, and frequent civil unrest across the country.

The U.S. State Department rates India at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) nationally, with Level 4 (Do Not Travel) applied to Manipur and Level 3 (Reconsider Travel) for Northeastern states and parts of Central and East India.

The security environment along the Line of Control with Pakistan remains volatile following the closure of the Wagah-Attari border crossing in May 2025, with no reopening date announced.

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