The next time you decide to cross the Atlantic by sea consider charting your course to 32.3802° N, and 64.6766° and make Bermuda your next port of call.

Sailing into Bermuda is an ideal way to experience the island's crystal-clear waters and dramatic scenery from afar and up close. Here's what you need to know to make your boat entry as smooth and swift as possible.

Know Before You Go

Prior to departure from your port of origin, Bermuda Radio requests all vessels complete a pre-arrival safety float plan.

Upon approach to Bermuda, visiting yachts must contact Bermuda Radio, on Marine VHF Ch16, who will be able to guide you into St. George's Harbour and direct you to Customs clearance berthing.

Complete Pre-Arrival Safety Form

Passport

A valid, machine-readable passport is the required document for entry into Bermuda for all crew and passengers by sea. All travellers must follow Bermuda's entry protocols and within 1 day of scheduled departure complete the Bermuda Mariner's Travel Authorisation Process online. The Bermuda Immigration and Protection Order List outlines if a visa is required with your passport for you to enter Bermuda.

Customs

All visiting yachts and superyachts must use Sail Clear in advance of your arrival into Bermuda.

All private yachts entering Bermuda's waters are required to obtain Immigration, Customs and Health Clearance from HM Customs. The clearance facility is located at the eastern end of Ordnance Island. The Customs boarding officer, who normally carries out clearance for all three departments, brings all documents required for clearance on board.

To learn more about Bermuda Customs & Immigration visit Bermuda Airport's website.

Maritime Health Form

A maritime declaration of health form must be completed by all vessels and either emailed or handed to an agent or Customs Officer. These forms can be completed up to two days in advance of an arrival.

Download the Form

Cruising & Transit Permits

Cruising pleasure craft in private use
Cruising for purposes of pleasure and putting ashore passengers
Valid for up to 6 months
$8.50 per metre (24 metres and above)
$6.50 per metre (below 24 metres)

Transitting pleasure craft and superyachts visiting for up to five days

$5 per metre

Visit Dept. of Marine & Port Services

Find Your Perfect Port

Bermuda has three world-class superyacht marinas to choose from, take your pick.

Discover More Marinas in Bermuda

Hamilton Princess Marina

Transition smoothly from your yacht to the modern yet classic Hamilton Princess hotel where world-class dining, spa facilities, and Warhols, serve as your land-based oasis.

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St. George's Marina

Anchor in the historic seventeenth-century Town of St. George and make your way to the luxurious St. Regis hotel, its beach, spa, and golf course that are a mere 5-minutes away.

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The Waterfront Marina

A mini city within the City of Hamilton, flanked by luxury townhomes, fine-dining restaurants, a gourmet grocer, and tree-lined park, the energy of city life is at your fingertips.

Extended Stays for Visiting Yachts & Their Crew

Effective June 1, 2011, visiting yachtsmen and their crew will be granted a maximum three-month stay on arrival in Bermuda. In keeping with best practice and standard immigration policy, visiting yachtsmen and their crew will be required to provide:

Proof of citizenship
Financial means to repatriate themselves by air (if required)
Proof of health insurance
A declaration not to seek or take up employment in Bermuda

The fee for this extended stay is set at a nominal $250 for each member of the crew and each passenger. Extensions for up to a further three months will also be permitted on application to the Department of Immigration. The fee is $100.