Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines requires visiting yachts to proceed first to a designated port of entry for formalities before visiting other anchorages. Departure must also be cleared at an official port. Private-vessel Cruise Tax is different from the Cruising License for commercial charter vessels; confirm which applies to the vessel’s use.

Ports of entry / departure

After entering territorial waters, proceed directly to a designated port to complete clearance before going to another anchorage.

Official reference (the specific rules in this section have not been individually checked online): Clearance Procedures

On arrival at the designated port, display the Q flag. The master should bring previous-port clearance, passports, vessel documents and three copies of the crew list. The page does not state one nationwide advance-notice period; contact the intended port before departure to confirm berthing, clearance authorities and required number of copies.

Crew and passengers must meet Saint Vincent and the Grenadines immigration requirements based on their nationality and intended stay. The master should present everyone’s passports and the crew list at clearance; Customs entry clearance does not automatically authorize each person to stay.

Visiting yachts must display the Q flag and proceed directly to a designated port of entry for Customs, Immigration and port formalities; do not stop at another anchorage first. Obtain clearance at an official port before leaving the islands. Private yachts pay the applicable Cruise Tax; commercial charter vessels also need a valid Cruising License.

The government yacht-procedure page requires initial clearance but does not provide a complete quarantine list for animals, plants and food. If carrying pets, plants, food or animal products, declare them to agricultural quarantine authorities in advance and confirm whether they may be taken ashore.

Do not unload cargo or go ashore before yacht clearance. Declare firearms/ammunition, controlled medicines, endangered-species items and other special goods to Customs and confirm permits. The available government clearance page does not include a complete prohibited/restricted-items list; check each item before sailing.

After entering territorial waters, proceed directly to a designated port of entry and display the Q flag. Only the master should go ashore with the required documents to complete clearance; visit other anchorages afterwards. Obtain out-clearance at an official port before departure. The government page links to a port list; check currently open ports and each agency’s hours before sailing.

Private yachts must pay Cruise Tax under the official rules; commercial charter vessels require a Cruising License. Port, berth, overtime and agent services are charged separately. The page does not provide a complete current tariff; confirm tax, clearance charges and payment receipts with the port of entry before departure.