Indonesia Eases Formalities for Cruising Yachts

Created by jimmy. Last modified on 2002-12-23 10:44:24
Contributors: Dick McCune, Manager, Bali International Marina
Countries: Indonesia

It has been reported by the Bali International Marina that according to the Benoa (Bali) Harbor Administrator, Peter Nababan, all pleasure yachts must ONLY check into the first Indonesian port of call and out of the last port of call before leaving Indonesian waters. It is no longer necessary to clear in and out of each harbor as in the past. In other words, if you wish to go sailing anywhere in Indonesia, simply go ! Don't forget to ask for your copy of the official letter to carry with you on the next voyage ( commercial charter yachts are still required to clear in/out when sailing with tourist guests.

Noonsite wishes to stress that this is only a report, and skippers should ascertain the actual situation at the first port of call.