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USA (Mainland, USVI and Puerto Rico): Clarification on Visa Entry Issues

The United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has confirmed that it is possible to enter the United States by private yacht without holding a B1/B2 visa, provided you first...

Published 5 months ago
Updated 3 months ago

Australia Biosecurity: New Pre-Arrival Reporting Obligations for Non-Commercial Vessels

Australia's Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) which manages the country's biosecurity risks, has advised that from 27 February 2026 all non-commercial vessels (recreational and private) arriving into Australia...

Published 8 months ago

New Zealand: Understanding Biofouling Requirements

Cruisers heading to New Zealand to escape the South Pacific Cyclone season or as part of their round the world adventure are being advised to make sure they are fully...

Published 8 months ago
Updated 5 months ago

Norway: Navigating the New Regulations

As the 2025 cruising season unfolds, foreign sailors of larger vessels are adapting to the new reality of cruising and reporting in Norway. Noonsite has gathered firsthand accounts from three...

Published 11 months ago
Updated 5 months ago

Brazil: Mandatory Pre-Arrival Visas for US, Canada and Australia Passport Holders

Cruisers who are citizens of Australia, Canada and the United States of America (as well as some other countries) are reminded that they once again need a visa to travel...

Published 1 year ago
Updated 5 months ago

Cruising Greece: What to watch out for in 2025

A number of reports from cruisers clearing into Greece have been received over the last few weeks, all highlighting problems that are occurring this year and may take some time...

Published 1 year ago
Updated 5 months ago

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