This information is copied from:
www.bahamas.gov.bs/customs
Look under the link AIRCRAFT and VESSELS
You will see a link called:
Inward Declaration and Application for Cruising Permit
Here is the info....
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Inward Declaration and Application for Cruising Permit
Under customs regulation, captains sailing pleasure vessels not carrying cargo and operated for pleasure and recreation only, who is not sailing for reward or remuneration or for business purposes, must provide an inward declaration and apply for a cruising permit in order to sail from island to island within The Bahamas.
Eligibility
Captains sailing pleasure vessels operated for pleasure and recreation only.
Process
Complete the required forms.
Present forms to the Customs Officer at the point of arrival at your port of entry in
The Bahamas.
Once the form is processed, a copy of the processed form will be given to you and will serve as your Cruising Permit.
Application Form(s)
Inward Declaration and Application for Cruising Permit ( Form C2A)
Maritime Declaration of Health Form
Supporting Documents
Proof of citizenship/Identification for the captain (Passport) and other crew and passengers.
Turn-around time
At the time of application once all documents are approved.
Deadline
This process must be completed within 24 hours after arrival into Bahamian waters. No passengers or crew are to disembark until the process is completed.
Related Fee(s)
There are customs charges based on the size of the pleasure vessel.
Up to 35 ft in length - BS$150.00
Over 35 ft in length - BS$300.00
In addition, there is a BS$20.00 per head passenger tax with the first 4 crew / passengers exempt.
For more information please contact
The Bahamas Customs Department
Headquarters
P. O. Box N 155
Thompson Boulevard
Nassau
New Providence
The Bahamas
Tel. (242) 325-6551 – 9
Fax. (242 )325-7409
Email:
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Opening hours: 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday to Friday, except public holidays
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