Philippines - Update History

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  • June 2023: Added Grab App info to Yachting Essentials, Transport and Links
  • June 2023: Requirement to complete NoA confirmed by yacht clearing into San Fernando – clearance and fees updated.
  • September 2022: Biosecurity updated with latest entry protocols re. Covid. and Immigration updated with visa recommendations. Our thanks to Puerto Galera YC for assisting with this info.
  • July 2022:  Security information updated with report on pirate attack off Kalibo.
  • May 2022: Puerto Galera YC confirmed borders open to yachts.
  • April 2022: Borders reopened – covid protocols and biosecurity updated.
  • November 2021: Immigration and Biosecurity updated from official sites.
  • July 2021: Facts and Fees section updated.
  • October 2020: All formalities updated using official sources and with assistance from Martyn Willes of the PGYC.
  • January 2020: Security updated with details from Tom Bennett.
  • September 2017: Fees updated following feedback from Cat Java who cleared into Cebu.
  • April 2017: Security section updated with information from Vic Martin. Formalities checked/updated. Links and publications updated.
  • November 2016: Security section updated following Sulu kidnap and shooting.
  • October 2016: Publications updated.
  • September 2016: Local Customs completed with forum posting information.
  • September 2016: Security section updated following release of hostage from Samal Island.
  • July 2015: Publications checked/updated.
  • June 2015: Formalities checked. Immigration updated.
  • June 2013: Formalities checked.
  • February 2013: Information about an onward ticket requirement from David Addleman of Yacht ‘X’
  • January 2013: Visa renewal now possible in Subic Bay, information from Donald Bryden of s/v Quetzalcoatl.
  • August 2012: Health & Customs updates from Sue Woods of MV Solita.
  • June 2012: All country formalities checked for accuracy.

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