Thailand: AIS compulsory from 1 Jan 2016

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Now mandatory for all foreign yachts coming into Phuket, Thailand and outgoing to be equipped with AIS Class B or higher.

AIS must be ACTIVE when coming into Thai water or leaving Thai water or moving to somewhere else.

Marine department allowed to turn off the AIS transmitter while the yachts stay in Marina or Hardstand.

For more information, please contact Marine Department, Phuket Branch.