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05-02-2013, 10:07
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#31
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Location: FL
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Re: Bahamas entry fee
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Originally Posted by tomfl
Keep in mind that $US300 buys you a year in the Bahamas if you get extensions which are easy to get. You can also leave and come back. For lots of sports fishermen out of Miami it amounts to a very small charge.
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Not true. You can come back once in the first 90 days, and that's it.
People should be aware of the fishing regulations as well. What is posted online is often different than what is written on the back of the cruising permit. Online the official Bahamas website, as well as our own FWC, post that the Demersal (bottom fish) limit is 60 pounds per vessel, but many people have reported and I've seen pictures of the license that says 20# of demersal fish per vessel. That would make one decent grouper illegal.
Fishing Regulations - Bahamas | The Bahamas
So be careful what you take, post online, and brag about back at the dock.
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05-02-2013, 12:41
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#32
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Join Date: Sep 2005
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Re: Bahamas entry fee
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Originally Posted by Kettlewell
It's really too bad they charge such a ridiculous fee--doesn't make any sense for many of us who used to pop over for a few weeks some winters. Heck, I used to check in on my way north just to break up the trip--no more, now I suggest bypassing the Bahamas unless you're planning on spending some time there.
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With Turks and Caicos no better at $100 for a 7 days stays and $300 for a 90 days cruising permit, it is going to be longer bypasses...
Michel
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05-02-2013, 13:24
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#33
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Join Date: Apr 2004
Location: Cruising
Boat: Victory V35 - Beach Cruiser
Posts: 88
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Re: Bahamas entry fee
I cleared in at Green Turtle in December and was charged $300.00. I am 35' and was always charged $150.00 in the past. Over 30' be prepared to pay $300.00.
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05-02-2013, 13:28
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#34
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Western Caribbean
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Fishspearit
Not true. You can come back once in the first 90 days, and that's it.
People should be aware of the fishing regulations as well. What is posted online is often different than what is written on the back of the cruising permit. Online the official Bahamas website, as well as our own FWC, post that the Demersal (bottom fish) limit is 60 pounds per vessel, but many people have reported and I've seen pictures of the license that says 20# of demersal fish per vessel. That would make one decent grouper illegal.
Fishing Regulations - Bahamas | The Bahamas
So be careful what you take, post online, and brag about back at the dock.
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I thin its 20 demersal fislh per vessel or 60 lbs. Not 20 lbs of fish.
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05-02-2013, 14:09
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#35
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Marine Service Provider
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: St. Petersburg, FL
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Re: Bahamas entry fee
Yikes! Talk about hosing the locals or frequent visitors!
That would mean- if you run over to Bimini for a few days- $300. If the next trip to The Abacos is May-June or for race week, that is another $300. If the next trip is in the fall after Hurrican Season quiets down another $300. It isn't the $300 bite, it is the repeated blood-letting.
Hmmm FLA Keys are looking better.
Bill
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05-02-2013, 14:49
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Join Date: Jul 2006
Location: Massachusetts
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Re: Bahamas entry fee
It will be interesting to see if pricing changes when Cuba opens up fully some day. It's only 90 some odd miles from Key West.
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05-02-2013, 15:13
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#37
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Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Coos Bay, Oregon
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Re: Bahamas entry fee
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Originally Posted by Kettlewell
It will be interesting to see if pricing changes when Cuba opens up fully some day. It's only 90 some odd miles from Key West.
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I think it's time to lift the embargo on Cuba, where's the threat.... I would really like to spend some time there. I've been to Guantanamo Bay in the late sixty's, beautiful place... Michael...
Not the base........
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13-02-2013, 15:37
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#38
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Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: in the water in Mobile, AL
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Re: Bahamas entry fee
I am heading to PR and wasn't planning to stop in the Bahamas on the way down. Can one "yellow flag" it through the islands or must one check in and pay the fees anyway?
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13-02-2013, 15:54
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#39
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Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: La Marque, TX
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Quote:
Originally Posted by misty
I am heading to PR and wasn't planning to stop in the Bahamas on the way down. Can one "yellow flag" it through the islands or must one check in and pay the fees anyway?
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I read multiple places people say you can pass through without paying. But I'm assuming that means you're not stopping anywhere. If I was the Bahamas I would expect you to pay if you drop an anchor
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13-02-2013, 16:30
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Join Date: Nov 2008
Location: Panhandle of Florida USA
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Re: Bahamas entry fee
Straight from the BMoT:
Entry Fees:
All boaters entering The Bahamas are required to pay an entry fee.
a) For boats up to 35', the fee is $150.00
b) For boats over 35', the fee is $300.00
THE FEES WILL COVER:
1) Cruising Permit
2) Fishing Permit
3) Departure Tax for up to three (3) persons. Each additional person above three will be charged a $25 departure tax (from Grand Bahama Island this tax is $28 for each additional person above three departing). This fee is good for a second re-entry within a 90-day period.
If you plan to stay longer than 12 months, special arrangements must be made with Bahamas Customs and Immigration. Bahamas Customs and Immigration office hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Officers are on call during holidays and weekends. There is no overtime charge.
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14-02-2013, 00:00
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Join Date: Apr 2008
Location: La la Land
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Re: Bahamas entry fee
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Originally Posted by misty
I am heading to PR and wasn't planning to stop in the Bahamas on the way down. Can one "yellow flag" it through the islands or must one check in and pay the fees anyway?
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Yes. I've done it twice. I wasn't furtive about it; Q flag and courtesy flag flying. The relevant UN regulations are: Convention on the Territorial Sea and the Contiguous Zone 1958 and United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. Bit of googling brings them up.
As far as I see, there is no problem with seeking shelter and even refueling without clearing in.
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14-02-2013, 06:57
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Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: La Marque, TX
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Re: Bahamas entry fee
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Originally Posted by sestina
As far as I see, there is no problem with seeking shelter and even refueling without clearing in.
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Ah very interesting! I'll have to look into that more, I always assumed "Q-ing through" was a matter of just passing through the territorial waters, without stopping.
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14-02-2013, 07:02
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Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: St. Petersburg, FL
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Posts: 3,683
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Quote:
Originally Posted by rover88
Straight from the BMoT:
Entry Fees:
All boaters entering The Bahamas are required to pay an entry fee.
a) For boats up to 35', the fee is $150.00
b) For boats over 35', the fee is $300.00
THE FEES WILL COVER:
1) Cruising Permit
2) Fishing Permit
3) Departure Tax for up to three (3) persons. Each additional person above three will be charged a $25 departure tax (from Grand Bahama Island this tax is $28 for each additional person above three departing). This fee is good for a second re-entry within a 90-day period.
If you plan to stay longer than 12 months, special arrangements must be made with Bahamas Customs and Immigration. Bahamas Customs and Immigration office hours are from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. weekdays. Officers are on call during holidays and weekends. There is no overtime charge.
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I am confused there was a post about these fees being dramatically increased. Are you saying that is not true??
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14-02-2013, 07:08
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#44
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Join Date: Nov 2012
Location: La Marque, TX
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Posts: 713
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Re: Bahamas entry fee
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Originally Posted by Snore
I am confused there was a post about these fees being dramatically increased. Are you saying that is not true??
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I'm not sure why Rover posted this info, It's the same as has been said, it's been dealt with over and over. There are Gov't web sites with this info and the new info, so no, one site isn't gonna settle the issue.
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14-02-2013, 10:58
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#45
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Registered User
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: in the water in Mobile, AL
Boat: 35' Canadian Northern
Posts: 65
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Re: Bahamas entry fee
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Originally Posted by ElGatoGordo
Ah very interesting! I'll have to look into that more, I always assumed "Q-ing through" was a matter of just passing through the territorial waters, without stopping.
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I have been told that one can and cant Q flag it through the bah's, but I would like to know for sure as I am single handing this trip.
Perhaps someone there that reads this forum can find out.
The reason that I need to know is because I am disabeled and need to fill my Rx via CVS pharmacy. In the Spanish VI's this would be no problem. I don't think the the Bahamas have CVS.
Skip A.
sestina... are you saying that you have done a Q flag deal thru the islands... am I reading you right?
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