 San Andres : Profile
The port captain should be contacted on Channel 16. He will recommend the use of an agent for clearance formalities, which must be completed even if coming from mainland Colombia. Use of an agent is obligatory. The Serrana Agency monitors VHF CH 16. Visas are issued on arrival for 30 to 90 days depending on nationality.
Customs and immigration will come to the Yacht Club marina.
The Coastguard patrol the harbour on a regular basis.
Useful website: www.san-andres.com
Spare parts can be imported without tax if using yacht in transit feature.
Agencia Serrana
Tel:578 512 4628, VHF Channel 16
Contact Rene.
Dinghies can be left either at one of the marinas or the yacht club.
Nene's Marina
Av. Newball
Tel:512 6139
Visiting yachts may anchor off and use the facilities of the San Andrés Yacht Club if the fee is paid for temporary membership.
Club Nautico
Av. Colombia No. 8, In front of Parque de La Barracuda
Tel:+57 8 512-3022, Fax:+57 8 512 1666
http://www.clubnautico.org.co/, info@clubnautico.org.co
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