See the main Antigua Formalities page for full details on clearing into and out of the country by pleasure yacht.
It has been reported that officials in Jolly Harbour do not respond to any hails on any VHF channel, though Channel 68 is recommended as the hailing channel.
Customs, Immigration, and the Port Authority have a newly built designated dock which is situated adjacent to the Superyacht Terminal. The Port of Entry dock is well-marked with a sign. The dock lights, flag, and building are all yellow.
The whole boat must report, either with the vessel or in the dinghy, to the yellow customs house in Jolly Harbour. There is dock space for approx. 2-3 boats.
The offices are open daily (in general) from 08:30-16:00,
No yacht may enter the harbor after 18:00.
Clearance is also available at Jolly Harbour Marina and Boatyard.
You are required to clear out within 12 - 24 hours of your departure time.
Yachts arriving here from a foreign port are expected to go directly to this dock for a visual inspection and to clear in. If you have a large yacht, go directly to the Superyacht Terminal. If the offices are closed, please stay on the clearance dock until all paperwork has been completed.
Be sure to clear in within 24 hours of your arrival.
Skippers that pre-cleared with eSeaClear or SailClear have reported not having a problem with anchoring and taking the dinghy to the clearance dock.
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Last updated: February 2025
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