The Transit Control Card, step by step

It is digital now, it costs $20, and airport staff will ask for it twice.

2026-09-22 · education

The Transit Control Card is now completed online. Fill in the form, selecting your trip, accept the liability declaration, and pay $20 USD. Then click "Reload Page" to download the card; a copy also arrives by email. Bring a printed or digital copy with you to the airport.

"The TCT is essential for boarding your flight to the Galapagos. Airport staff will request to see it at check-in and again upon arrival. Keep your TCT safe throughout your trip, as it will be collected when you depart the islands."

One note on the form: it asks you to select the trip you are travelling on. If you are unsure which option corresponds to your booking, ask us before you submit it rather than guessing.

Source: Galápagos Shark Diving's 2025 travel guide, updated June 2025.