Yes, it's the law. If you arrive without a CAIT it can become very expensive to pay the authorities. OR, In the case of an emergency stop in Benoa Harbor, you can receive 3 days "safe harbor". The Indonesian Navy representative will approve your stay (for a small fee) and you can extend the "emergency" stay (again, for a price)
If you have our CAIT we clear you in & out of Benoa Harbor so you can enjoy your stay and avoid beaurcracy. If you do not have our CAIT, we charge a fee for port clearances offer agent contacts to do so. Thanks to the efforts of the Royal Bali Yacht Club, once you have cleared into the country, harbor clearances are not necessary until you clear out of the country at your final port --- "IF your boat is under 18 gross tons and Unless ! you change captain, crew, flag or yacht ownership"
Do we really need 4 to 5 weeks for processing? I'm in a hurry.
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If you sail direct to Bali, you can receive your CAIT on arrival at the marina. I strongly suggest that you have a partially completed CAIT with you before entering Indonesian waters. We can fax or email a partially completed CAIT in 2 to 3 weeks. BUT, then you miss all the fun in route to Bali. Even the Komodo Park Rangers will ask to see a copy of your CAIT
Our CAIT is good for 90 days and our Tourist Visa is only good for 30 days. What can we do?
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You have two choices:
1.) Apply for a Social Visa. For US$ 25.00 we can provide the sponsor letter with your CAIT. With both documents, you then go to the nearest Indonesian Consulate to obtain your visa. It's renewable each month for 4 months after your initial 60 days on arrival. Cost of renewal varies. In Denpasar it costs Rp. 500,000 per passport.
2.) If departing Australia, we offer a combo package for A$225.00 for your CAIT, Sponsor letter and Benoa port clearnace..
2.) OR, You can fly out of the country and return with another 30 day tourist visa.
Can we change crew in Bali? What if we don't have our boat crew yet?
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You may add crew to the CAIT before departure and after arrival BUT, once you clear into Benoa Harbor, the Harbor Master will hold your original CAIT until you clear out so we cannot make changes. They're deathly afraid that boats with crew changes are illegally chartering the boat.. We strongly suggest you have your crew assignments before entering Indonesian waters - even if the crew or owner or guests are going to fly into Bali to sail with you locally. Guests flying into Bali to join the boat (without a return air-ticket) will need a copy of your CAIT on arrival at the airport. Fax or email them a copy before they depart for Bali.
We have crew who will fly out of Bali after arrival, OK?
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Yes, once you've checked into Benoa, passports are stamped, anyone can fly out and return if need be. Just keep a copy of the airline ticket for proof of their departure.
iYou can leave the boat indefinitely as long has you have a valid CAIT. You can leave the boat and return with a new visa as many times as you wish. Or, you can extend your Social Visa for up to 6 months.
Indonesia provides a 30 day tourist visa on arrival for 21 countries. USA, UK, NZ, AUST, UAE, Italy, S.Africa, Argentina, Brazil, Denmark, Finland, Hungary, Japan, Germany, Canada, S.Korea, Norway, France, Poland Switzerland and Taiwan.
Check with the Indonesian Embassy or Consulate if in doubt -- things change. Everyone must have a valid passport good for at least 180 days from arrival date.
Sorry, we are a very small marina (big on hospitality). We will do everything possible to make space when you arrive. Just ring up on VHF 77 or phone a day ahead. Worst case, we may have a waiting list during our high season. Stay tuned with cruiser HF radio nets. They're very helpful also. (Pray for us. We hope to start new construction in 2003 or 4 ?)
Figure approximately US$1.00 per meter per day and $2.50 for Benoa Harbor fees. We also have 8 Med Moorings for $7.0 per day. BERTHING DISCOUNTS: In the off-season, after the second week, you will receive a 20% discount. For long-term berthing, year-round, paid quarterly in advance, we offer a 30% discount.
Yes, any amount! And, it's only Rp. 2450 per liter And, disregard any cruiser rumor and 6 year old publications. The fuel is first quality-clean & dry. We have U.S. made meters which do have occasional errors in quantity. However, we will not cheat you. The errors amount to U.S. pennies contrary to some of the damn rumors. ("just the truth, nothin' but the truth" so help me counselor)
Can we expect ample power and water while we live on our boat in the marina?
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We have metered power and water in the marina. Both are "third world quality" until we build a new marina. We provide 10 amps on a good day and sell drinking water in our shop.
With the Asian/Indonesian crisis, is the country safe for travel?
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Just the facts -- Several governments have issued travel warnings. In spite of the warnings, no yachts have experienced anything but hospitality while cruising all of Indonesia. Things change monthly. There are hot spots to avoid like anywhere else in the world. Prior to entering Indonesian waters, send us an email and we'll provide local knowledge. "In Bali, life is good" and will continue that way.
Q: Is it safe to leave the boat in the marina and go traveling?
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We provide 24 hour security in the marina. With the financial crisis, petty crime is on the rise. In the past we never locked our boats! Until this year, I personally never heard of boat crime in the area but, two boats in the anchorage were burgled this year and two dingys went missing -- under questionable circumstances I must add. Just use common sense like we did in Mexico and Costa Rica when they devalued the currency. "Tie it down & lock it up".
What has been the experience with animals on board?
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Regulations are subject to interpretation but, animals arriving on boats don't seem to apply. Many boats have been cleared without problems -- unless you fly out of the country with the hope of returning with your pet. It's a bureaucratic nightmare at the airport.
I suggest that you see Jimmy Cornell's web site at http://www.noonsite.com/ for reports and suggestions for prevention. I know of no incidents of piracy involving yachts sailing Indonesian waters in the last 8 years that I've been here. Just a few Beer Pirates at the Yacht Club Bar........
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