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Clearing into Fiji at the Royal Suva Yacht Club involves a multi-day, multi-office bureaucratic process that requires visiting at least five different government locations.11:37 The procedure includes separate visits for customs, immigration, and health authorities, with officials conducting a thorough physical inspection of the vessel for weapons, food, and animals.6:34 Sailors must provide 48 hours' notice prior to arrival; failure to do so necessitates a formal letter of explanation and results in a reprimand from officials.11:03 The process concludes only after obtaining a cruising permit, which is required before departing the port of entry.12:28 The crew recommends clearing into Savusavu instead of Suva to avoid the city's industrial environment and complex administrative requirements.12:44 Following the check-in, the crew departed Suva to anchor along the southern coast of Fiji to access surf breaks.14:09

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