If you plan to exit and then re-enter the British Virgin Islands during your sailing vacation, please be certain to follow the proper procedures for clearing your yacht and crew with both BVI Customs and Immigration.

The ports of entry and exit are located at:

  • Road Harbour, Tortola
  • West End Harbour, Tortola
  • Gun Creek, North Sound, Virgin Gorda
  • Great Harbour, Jost Van Dyke
  • Thomas Bay, Virgin Gorda

Hours of Operation:

Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Saturday, 8:30 am to 12:30 pm
Closed Sundays and on BVI public holidays

After-hours clearing may be arranged in advance; additional fees will apply. Call Customs at (284) 494-3475 and Immigration at (284) 494-3701 (ext. 2538) to make after-hours arrangements.

Your captain may clear all crew, provided he or she has all of the required documentation. This includes valid passports for each crewmember as well as ship’s documentation.