FAQ

A: 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)

A:  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.This is because authoraties are 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.

A:  You have three choices:

1. Apply for a Social Visa. For US$ xxx.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. xxx,000 per passport.
2. If departing Australia, we offer a combo package for A$xxx.00 for your CAIT, Sponsor letter and Benoa port clearnace..
3. OR, You can fly out of the country and return with another 30 day tourist visa.

A: 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”

A: 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.

A: If you declare your fire arms, you will be asked to sign an customs inventory and the locker will be sealed by the customs officials.

A: Due to the outbreak of rabies in Bali, this section needs to be updated.