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Jan 7, 2016by: Larry Dorminy 2 Comments

Bahamas Chatter: Cruising Permit The Bahamas – One Night Stay?

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Bahamas Chatter: Cruising Permit The Bahamas – One Night Stay?
Cruising Permit The Bahamas – One Night Stay?
Posted: 06 Jan 2016 04:40 AM PST
In the case of an overnight trip from, let’s say, North Palm Beach to West End Grand Bahamas, is the cruiser required to purchase a cruising permit at full price upon arrival at West End? Or, is the cruising permit required only if planning to stay over a specific number of days?

Comments from Cruisers (2)

Robert Wilson - January 8, 2016 - 12:52 pm

So many differing opinions! Based on 14 years experience IF you are ONLY going to be here one night your BEST option would be to anchor out. IF however you plan to do any fishing, you will need a fishing permit to be in compliance.
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Stephanie DiBelardino - January 8, 2016 - 12:18 pm

I live in Freeport. I will call Customs and Immigration to confim, , but based on what I have experienced, they will make you pay. However, you can always arrive at West End after they close, and leave before they arrive. Or anchor at Memory Rock. Question is this: are you headind out to the Atlantic, or are you traveling between the islands
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