Port Control is responsible for the safe navigation of all vessels in harbour waters and all vessels entering St Helena’s waters. All of St Helena’s navigational aids (AtoN) must be maintained accordingly and inspected on a monthly basis, any abnormalities that cannot be addressed, must be reported to UK Hydrographic Office (UKHO).
Process for bringing vessels to St Helena:
Port Control is to be notified of vessels ETA contact via VHF channel 14.
A Harbour Master’s declaration form must be completed, on or before arrival.
Regarding private boats arriving at St Helena, an inspection must be arranged with Port Control, along with permission to lay down a mooring for the vessel.
How to come ashore?
For safety reasons, it is recommended to come ashore using the local ferry service. The Ferry service is contactable on VHF Channel 12.
Ferry Service Operating hours are normally from 4am until 7pm daily, if there are changes, the operator will advise of this however, please confirm their operational hours. Any requests outside of the hours above, you will need to liase with the Ferry Operator directly.
You must check into Seaport house in Rupert’s Bay, the Ferry Service Operator can call Port Control on your behalf and directions will be provided.
CUSTOMS – Here the Master of the vessel will need to carry out customs declaration with the relevant documentation.
PORT CONTROL – This is the office of the Harbour Master will you will be Cleared In and given Pratique. Only the Vessel Master is required for this process.
IMMIGRATION – This where the entire crew will need to present themselves with all of their identification and insurance documentation which could also include visa’s if required.
CONTACT INFORMATION
E-mail: simon.wade@sainthelena.gov.sh
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