PRE-ARRIVAL

Applications for Yachts to visit the Pitcairn Islands should be made in writing via, email, to the Pitcairn Islands Immigration Officer at immigration@pitcairn.gov.pn.

There are currently no special requirements for entry.

All vessels wishing to land passengers on any of the Pitcairn Islands require permission to do so.

See Communications for a list of all official e-mail contacts for visiting vessels.

ARRIVAL FORMALITIES

Advance Notification:

The islanders prefer to be informed by radio of a yacht’s arrival. VHF Channel 16 is monitored 24/7 and as the transmitter is situated high on top of the island it is said to have a range in excess of 50 miles. Call when you are approx. 10 miles (16kms) out. The island is also connected to the outside world by Inmarsat. There is no cellphone coverage on the island so a portable radio is a good option.

The Mayor, who is also the Pitcairn Island Harbour Master, will ensure all vessels are guided to the best anchorage on the day of arrival [mayor@pitcairn.gov.pn].

General Process:

Yachts should anchor or heave-to off Bounty Bay. See the Bounty Bay page for full anchoring and shoreside details, as well as options for other anchorages.

Go ashore using the local launch service, call on VHF Ch. 16 or use your own dinghy. See fees for details. The launch cost can be shared between yachts. The fee applies each time you use the launch service, however, you can normally make several trips to and fro in the time allotted (depending on where you are anchored).

You will be met (if they didn’t pick you up), by the combined Police and Immigration, Quarantine and Tourism Officials. Remember to carry your passports and ships registration document with you. Remember also to bring some drinking water – after a long voyage the very hot weather and steep climbs will soon dehydrate you. Nothing else is required.

Please do not attempt to land rubbish or any plants, fruits, vegetables, or honey and honey products.

Paperwork is minimal.

There is a Landing Fee. See fees for details. All service fees for pleasure yachts must be paid at the Pitcairn Islands Government Treasury Office where cash and credit card facilities are available.

The Tourism Coordinator gives all yacht crew a quick familiarization visit, some tourist information and likely an invite to tea or coffee somewhere.

Anyone arriving by boat must leave the island by the same means.

• See the Sail to Pitcairn page for more information.
• Government of Pitcairn Islands: Guide for Visiting Vessels 2021

Last updated:  January 2023

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