Searchable reference of airline and airport tax codes used in airline ticketing and Global Distribution Systems — Amadeus, Galileo, and Sabre.
This airport tax codes database provides a searchable reference of airline and airport tax codes used in airline ticketing and Global Distribution Systems (GDS). Search the database by tax code, tax name, or country to quickly find information about passenger service charges, airport taxes, security fees, government taxes, and other tax-related codes used in air travel.
This reference is useful for travel agents, airline professionals, ticketing specialists, and GDS users working with systems such as Amadeus, Galileo, and Sabre — especially when validating fare quotes, checking refundability, or preparing ticket invoices for passengers.
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| # | Tax Code | Tax Name | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | AF | Passenger Service Charge (Domestic) | Afghanistan |
| 2 | AF | Passenger Service Charge (International) | Afghanistan |
| 3 | M5 | Airport Development Fee (Domestic) | Afghanistan |
| 4 | M5 | Airport Development Fee (International) | Afghanistan |
| 5 | AL | Passenger Service Charge (Domestic) | Albania |
| 6 | AL | Passenger Service Charge (International) | Albania |
| 7 | HA | Tirana Security Charge (International) | Albania |
| 8 | IX | Border Crossing Tax (International) | Albania |
| 9 | IX | Border Crossing Tax (International) | Albania |
| 10 | R2 | Airport Passenger Security Charge (Dom) | Albania |
| 11 | R2 | Airport Passenger Security Charge (Intl) | Albania |
| 12 | DZ | Airport Tax (Domestic) | Algeria |
| 13 | DZ | Fiscal Stamp Tax (Domestic) | Algeria |
| 14 | DZ | Fiscal Stamp Tax (International) | Algeria |
| 15 | DZ | Transportation Tax (International) | Algeria |
| 16 | XE | Airport Tax (International) | Algeria |
| 17 | YB | Value Added Tax (VAT) | Algeria |
| 18 | XF | Pago Pago Passenger Facility Charge | American Samoa |
| 19 | AO | Embarkation Tax | Angola |
| 20 | MB | Security Tax (Domestic) | Angola |
| 21 | MB | Security Tax (International) | Angola |
| 22 | AI | Baggage Security Screening Fee | Anguilla |
| 23 | AI | Baggage Security Screening Fee | Anguilla |
| 24 | EO | Airport Expansion Tax | Anguilla |
| 25 | EP | Security & Development Tax (International) | Anguilla |
| 26 | AG | Ticket Tax | Antigua and Barbuda |
| 27 | SH | Airport Administration Charge (Int'l) | Antigua and Barbuda |
| 28 | AR | Ticket Tax | Argentina |
| 29 | DL | Value Added Tax (Passengers) | Argentina |
| 30 | DN | Value Added Tax (Excess Baggage) | Argentina |
| 31 | IV | Airport Infrastructure Improvement Fee (Domestic) | Argentina |
| 32 | O5 | Inclusive and Solidarity (PAIS) Tax | Argentina |
| 33 | Q1 | Fiscal Tax – AFIP RG 4815 | Argentina |
| 34 | QN | Gross Receipts Tax (Domestic) | Argentina |
| 35 | QN | Gross Receipts Tax (Domestic) | Argentina |
| 36 | QO | Custom and Immigration Services Tax (International) | Argentina |
| 37 | S5 | Fiscal Tax – AFIP RG 5272 | Argentina |
| 38 | S7 | Aviation Security Fee – PSA (Domestic) | Argentina |
| 39 | S7 | Aviation Security Fee – PSA (International) | Argentina |
| 40 | S7 | Aviation Security Fee – PSA (Domestic) | Argentina |
| 41 | S7 | Aviation Security Fee – PSA (International) | Argentina |
| 42 | TQ | Security Tax (Domestic) | Argentina |
| 43 | TQ | Security Tax (International) | Argentina |
| 44 | XR | Airport Tax (Domestic) | Argentina |
| 45 | XR | Airport Tax (International) | Argentina |
| 46 | ZK | Retention Income Tax | Argentina |
| 47 | AM | State Tax (International) | Armenia |
| 48 | KC | Passenger Airport & Security Charge | Armenia |
| 49 | AW | Passenger Facility and Security Charge | Aruba |
| 50 | QC | Travel Promotion Levy | Aruba |
| 51 | VJ | Special Facility Charge | Aruba |
| 52 | AU | Passenger Movement Charge (PMC) | Australia |
| 53 | QR | Passenger Service Charge (Domestic) | Australia |
| 54 | UO | Goods and Services Tax (GST) | Australia |
| 55 | UO | Goods and Services Tax (GST) | Australia |
| 56 | WG | Safety and Security Charge (Domestic) | Australia |
| 57 | WG | Safety and Security Charge (International) | Australia |
| 58 | WY | Passenger Service Charge (International) | Australia |
| 59 | AT | Passenger Security Charge (Domestic) | Austria |
| 60 | AT | Passenger Security Charge (International) | Austria |
| 61 | QD | Air Transport Levy – Domestic | Austria |
| 62 | QD | Air Transport Levy – International | Austria |
| 63 | ZY | Passenger Service Charge (Domestic) | Austria |
| 64 | ZY | Passenger Service Charge (International) | Austria |
| 65 | AZ | Departure Tax (International) | Azerbaijan |
| 66 | JB | Airport Development Tax (International) | Azerbaijan |
| 67 | JL | Flight Security Tax | Azerbaijan |
| 68 | KD | CAA Regulation Tax | Azerbaijan |
| 69 | KD | CAA Regulation Tax | Azerbaijan |
| 70 | UU | Airport Tax (Domestic) | BSL Switzerland |
| 71 | UU | Airport Tax (International) | BSL Switzerland |
| 72 | C9 | Value Added Tax (VAT) | Bahamas |
| 73 | EA | Passenger Departure Tax | Bahamas |
| 74 | GJ | Airport Facility Fee (Domestic) | Bahamas |
| 75 | GJ | Airport Facility Fee (Int'l) | Bahamas |
| 76 | GK | Security Fee (Domestic) | Bahamas |
| 77 | GK | Security Fee (International) | Bahamas |
| 78 | PO | Passenger Processing Fee | Bahamas |
| 79 | R3 | Passenger Levy (Domestic) | Bahamas |
| 80 | R3 | Passenger Levy (International) | Bahamas |
| 81 | BH | Passenger Service Fee (International) | Bahrain |
| 82 | HM | Passenger Facility Fee | Bahrain |
| 83 | BD | Embarkation Fee (Domestic) | Bangladesh |
| 84 | BD | Embarkation Fee (International) | Bangladesh |
| 85 | E5 | Value Added Tax on Embarkation Fees (Domestic) | Bangladesh |
| 86 | FN | Value Added Tax on Embarkation Fees (International) | Bangladesh |
| 87 | OW | Excise Duty Tax (Domestic) | Bangladesh |
| 88 | OW | Excise Duty Tax (International) | Bangladesh |
| 89 | P7 | Airport Development Fee (Domestic) | Bangladesh |
| 90 | P7 | Airport Development Fee (International) | Bangladesh |
| 91 | P8 | Passenger Security Fee (Domestic) | Bangladesh |
| 92 | P8 | Passenger Security Fee (International) | Bangladesh |
| 93 | UT | Travel Tax (Domestic) | Bangladesh |
| 94 | UT | Travel Tax (International) | Bangladesh |
| 95 | BB | Value Added Tax (VAT) | Barbados |
| 96 | DI | Airport Facilitation Fee (International) | Barbados |
| 97 | JG | Passenger Service Charge (International) | Barbados |
| 98 | JH | Security Fee (International) | Barbados |
| 99 | M3 | Airport Service Charge (International) | Barbados |
| 100 | B3 | Value Added Tax (VAT – Domestic) | Belarus |
What Is an Airport Tax Code?
An airport tax code is a short alphanumeric identifier used in airline ticketing to represent a specific tax, fee, or charge collected at an airport or imposed by a government. Every airline ticket contains a breakdown of these codes, which the passenger pays on top of the base fare.
There are three main categories of tax codes:
- Government taxes — imposed by national authorities (e.g., Air Passenger Duty in the UK, Solidarity Tax in France)
- Airport charges — collected by the airport for passenger services, security, and infrastructure (e.g., Passenger Service Charge, Security Fee)
- Airline surcharges — imposed by the carrier itself, typically for fuel (YQ) or insurance (YR)
Most Common Tax Codes on Airline Tickets
The following tax codes appear on almost every international airline ticket:
- YQ — Carrier-imposed fuel surcharge (usually non-refundable)
- YR — Carrier-imposed insurance surcharge (usually non-refundable)
- XT — Combined tax indicator (groups multiple taxes together when space is limited)
- GB — United Kingdom Air Passenger Duty
- US — United States federal taxes (including segment fee and security fee)
- DE — German air transport tax
- FR — French civil aviation tax and solidarity tax
- AE — United Arab Emirates passenger service charge
Why Tax Codes Matter for Travel Agents
Understanding tax codes is essential for daily work in any GDS. Travel agents use them for:
- Validating fare quotes — to explain to passengers what each tax represents
- Calculating refunds — to know which taxes are refundable and which are not
- Preparing invoices — for corporate clients who need a detailed breakdown
- Handling ADMs — when an airline charges back a tax that was incorrectly calculated
- Reporting to BSP — for IATA settlement and accounting purposes
Tax Code Refundability
Refundability depends entirely on the tax type. As a general rule:
- Refundable: most government taxes, airport passenger service charges, and security fees on unused tickets
- Non-refundable: YQ and YR surcharges, and any tax collected for services already provided (e.g., security screening already passed)
Use our Tax Refund Checker to quickly verify whether a specific tax code is refundable on a given ticket.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is an airport tax code?
A short identifier used in airline ticketing to represent a tax, fee, or charge imposed by a government, airport, or airline.
What are the most common tax codes?
YQ and YR (airline surcharges), XT (combined taxes), and country codes such as GB, US, DE, and FR.
What is the difference between YQ and YR?
Both are carrier-imposed surcharges — YQ for fuel and YR for insurance. Practices vary by airline.
Are airport taxes refundable?
Government taxes and airport charges are generally refundable on unused tickets; YQ and YR usually are not.
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