See Mexico Clearance page for full details.
Cruiser comments on Cozumel state that in December 2024 an agent is now required to clear in, the fees were costly and if you need a Temporary Import Permit, you (or the agent) will need to travel to Cancun to secure one.
General Clearance:
On arrival call the Capitania de Puerto de Cozumel on VHF Channel 16 (Spanish is best). The Port Captain will advise the Navy, who may (together with Customs and/or Health) arrange to visit the boat.
If no answer, visit the Port Captain's office ashore and follow the procedure to visit the bank for payment and the visit immigration. Start early because it is a multi-step process.
Alternatively, you can use an agent or check in through the marina. However cruisers report that checking in through the marina can be more costly, there are extra charges to get officials to travel from town to the marina and the process can be more officious.
International Clearance:
Visit the Port Captain 24-72 hours before your planned departure. The Port Captain will provide an invoice to be paid at the bank and returned to him and then you are sent to immigration and back to the Port Captain for your clearance and then back to immigration.
Last updated: January 2025
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