Get Your Boat (and Crew) Legally into Bahamas - CHECK IN [Capable Cruising Guides]
Planning to visit the Bahamas by boat? Clark explains the necessary flags, check-in procedure, documents you’ll need, how to fill them out, what entry fees you’ll need to pay, and more.
Checking in can be stressful process, but it’s important to do properly. Remember, the more respectful you are to the customs and immigration officers or agents, the more likely they are to give you more time in their country.
———- TOPICS IN THIS VIDEO:
What offices you need to visit: [00:45]
Some Bahamas check-in locations: [01:09]
Special flags required: [02:00]
Required paperwork and documents: [02:30]
Customs forms and questions: [06:04]
Knowing your boat value, cruising permit costs and fees: [10:28]
Immigration forms and questions: [12:04]
IMPORTANT! How to list your crew members and family: [13:17]
When to check in: [14:45]
Final thoughts: [16:18]
———- HELPFUL LINKS & UPDATED CRUISING PERMIT FEES: http://bahamas.com/faq/enteringexiting-policies
http://bahamascustoms.gov.bs/visitor-info/marine-vessel-declarations-cruising-permits/ http://bahamasimmigration.gov.bs/
Here is passport rating webpage. You can enter your home country on the topand then see what is required for you in other countries: https://www.passportindex.org/comparebyPassport.php (Thanks to one of our Patrons for this tip!)
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