Bali’s stunning coastline, world-class marinas, and strategic position along major sailing routes between the Indian and Pacific Oceans make it a premier destination for superyachts, sailing vessels, and commercial marine craft. Bali Customs Clearance provides specialized yacht and marine customs clearance services that handle the complex regulatory requirements for vessels entering and departing Indonesian waters. From clearance in and out documentation (CIQP — Customs, Immigration, Quarantine, Port Authority) to temporary import permits for foreign-flagged vessels, crew visa arrangements, provisioning logistics, and cargo handling for marine supplies, our maritime team ensures your vessel operations in Bali proceed smoothly and legally.
What We Offer
Chapter 01
When a foreign vessel approaches Indonesian waters, advance notification must be submitted to the Harbor Master and port authorities. Our team prepares and submits the pre-arrival documentation including vessel particulars, crew and passenger lists, last port of call declaration, cargo manifest, provisions list, and health declarations. This advance documentation allows us to pre-arrange agency appointments and streamline the clearance process upon arrival.
Upon arrival at Benoa Harbor, the vessel is initially visited by quarantine officials who verify the health status of all persons on board and inspect for any quarantine concerns. Following quarantine clearance, customs officials board the vessel to process the customs declaration, inspect cargo and provisions, and seal any bonded stores (duty-free alcohol, tobacco, etc.). Immigration officers process passport stamps for all crew and passengers, issuing appropriate visa stamps based on nationality and purpose of visit.
The Harbor Master issues the vessel’s port clearance documents, officially recording the vessel’s arrival in Indonesian waters. For vessels planning to cruise Indonesian waters beyond Bali, a Sailing Permit (SPB — Surat Persetujuan Berlayar) must be obtained specifying the approved cruising itinerary. Our team prepares the SPB application detailing your planned route, stops, and timeline, ensuring compliance with Indonesian cabotage regulations and protected marine area restrictions.
Chapter 02
For superyachts and luxury vessels, we provide an enhanced service level that includes dedicated liaison officers, expedited processing through all agencies, coordination with Bali’s premier marinas including Benoa Marina and Serangan Marina, arrangement of berthing and mooring, fuel bunkering coordination, and concierge services for owners and guests. Our superyacht team understands the high standards expected by UHNWI clients and delivers accordingly, with 24/7 availability, absolute discretion, and meticulous attention to every detail of the vessel’s port call.
Common Questions
Required documents include vessel registration certificate, insurance certificate, captain’s license, crew list with passport details, passenger manifest, last port clearance document, customs declaration, health declaration, and provisions/stores list. For vessels carrying special equipment (diving gear, drones, firearms for safety), additional declarations may be required. Our team provides a complete checklist tailored to your vessel type and circumstances.
With proper advance documentation, clearance typically takes 4-8 hours on the day of arrival. Pre-arranged clearance with all documents submitted in advance can reduce this to 2-4 hours. Factors affecting clearance time include vessel size, number of crew/passengers, cargo on board, and agency workload. Weekend and holiday arrivals may require additional coordination.
Foreign-flagged yachts operating commercial charters in Indonesian waters require specific licenses and may be subject to cabotage restrictions. The regulations are complex and frequently updated. We advise yacht operators on the current regulatory framework, assist with necessary permit applications, and ensure full compliance with Indonesian maritime commercial regulations.
Yacht clearance costs include port fees (based on vessel tonnage), agency fees for customs, immigration, quarantine, and harbor master processing, and our service coordination fee. Total costs vary by vessel size and services required, typically ranging from USD 500-2,000 for standard yacht clearance. Superyacht services and extended cruising permits involve additional fees.
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