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How to Clear into Indonesia WITHOUT an Agent
September 2, 2024 · 31 min · 23K views · Kupang
What this video covers
Clearing into Indonesia at Kupang without a professional agent requires visiting four specific government offices in a set order: biosecurity, customs, immigration, and the harbormaster.Watch Before departure, sailors must complete the online Vessel Documentation System (VDS) form, which requires uploading boat particulars, a crew list, an MMSI certificate, and four exterior boat photos as a single PDF under 5MB.1:10 Applicants should secure a 30-day visa online beforehand to avoid time-consuming in-person extensions.1:56 Upon arrival, officials require printed copies of all documents, including an engine certificate or a paper listing the engine serial number.2:59 Customs and biosecurity procedures involve multiple trips between the office and the vessel for inspections.27:30 The harbormaster issues the final cruising permit after verifying stamps from previous stops in the provided green logbook.26:45 While local transport apps like Grab are available, hiring a local guide to navigate between offices simplifies the process.7:24
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