Outer Islands (Marshall islands) - Clearance
An Entry/Cruising Permit is required for each atoll to be visited. These forms are obtainable from the Local Government Office in the Ministry of Internal Affairs (IA) in Majuro.
It is advisable to start the process way ahead of time to get your cruising permits and remind officials regularly otherwise the permits may not get processed.
For each atoll you wish to visit, you will need to specify how long you intend to stay as well as during what time period you will be visiting (it’s quite flexible). You will be informed of the fee that each atoll is levying.
Permit fees are payable upon arrival to the permitted island. Yacht crews should seek out the island mayor, bring two copies of the permit and exact change. For some atolls, fees need to be paid in Majuro before leaving.
Permit fees range from free to US$50 (for Rongelap for instance) and more, depending on the atoll.
The fee quoted (July 2023) to visit Bikini Atoll was US$10,000 but this can be negotiated. Visit the Consul for Bikini in Majuro before leaving and explain that you are a private yacht with no passengers.
It is very important to anchor right away in front of the main town to check in with the mayor to introduce yourself, pay your fee and be informed of what you can or cannot do!
See the ‘Atolls’ tab on the www.infomarshallislands.com website for more details, including the fee charged by each atoll.
Note: It is possible to volunteer to carry needed supplies to the outer islands, the resulting goodwill may even bring in a fee waiver and is a very positive way to meet the locals. Check-in IA to volunteer.
Last updated: July 2023
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