See Madeira Formalities for full details of clearing into and out of the country.
The inner harbor at Funchal is run as a small marina, mainly full of local boats. Formalities are completed at the receiving dock, (in the blue and white building), immediately to starboard on the entrance to the marina. Note this dock is low and only really suitable for boats up to 13m.
Officers from Guarda Fiscal (Customs) and Policia Maritima (Immigration) are here daily. If there is no space to come alongside, boats should anchor in the outer harbor and visit the office by dinghy. The Guarda Fiscal will issue a transit log to non-EU yachts arriving from outside of Madeira. Even if coming from Porto Santo, the clearance procedure must still be completed.
After completing clearance, visit the marina office, even if anchoring.
On departure, the marina office and all other officials must be visited.
If planning to visit Ilhas Desertas or Ilhas Selvagens, it is necessary to obtain a permit. The marina staff can arrange this but allow at least 48 hours notice.
Last updated: September 2018
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