Arriving in Phuket, Updated Yacht Clearance information now available
by The Race Committee on 4 Nov 2009
One Stop Immigration Location Map Duncan Worthington
PLEASE NOTE: THERE ARE NO CUSTOM OR IMMIGRATION FACILITIES AVAILABLE AT THE REGATTA VENUE.
Upon arrival in Phuket, there are a number of formalities that regatta participants have to undertake, much the same as at other ports.
Unless pre-booked at a Marina, Yachts arriving in Phuket should head straight to Ao Chalong Bay and anchor off the main pier.
Lat N7 degrees 49’ 50”, Long E98 degrees 22’ 20”
Ao Chalong ONE STOP SERVICE for Immigration, Customs and Marine Department is located at the shore end of the pier and is open 08.30 – 15.00, seven days a week.
Telephone +66 (0)76 38 3900, +66 (0) 7638 1614.
It is the captain’s responsibility to go ashore and check the yacht in/out with the authorities. However, we suggest that all crew attend.
Please note: To assist with paperwork, it is suggested that only permanent crew are checked in as Crew and all departing members are checked in as Passengers.
Many nationalities are granted entry visas for 30 days on arrival without a visa, or if you already hold a visa, stay will be granted for its duration. Check in advance which nationalities are eligible for 30-day visas on arrival.
The captain of a yacht does not require a visa. Instead he/she will be registered as being in transit with the vessel and will be issued a 30-day stay. The captain can sign off the yacht by posting a US$500 returnable bond.
The yacht will be granted a six month stay extendable to one year without paying any duties.
Documentation required to check in:
All passports (captain, crew and passengers);
The yacht’s registration; and
Clearance certificate from your last port.
Fees
Customs: 100THB
Immigration: 300THB plus 10THB per passenger
Port Control (Harbour Master): 100THB
There may be an overtime charge for weekends and out of hours check in.
Note: The above is a guideline, and was accurate at the time of going to print. For exact details and prices check with the relevant authorities.
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