Colombo - Clearance

May 27, 2019

An agent is required to clear into Sri Lanka. See Sri Lanka/Clearance Agents for a list of agents and Sri Lanka Clearance for entry procedures.

General Process:

Arriving yachts should contact the port authority on VHF Channel 16 before proceeding into the harbour.

Yachts are treated on the same lines as commercial shipping; it is not recommended to use Colombo.

A naval security inspection will be carried out before entering the harbour.

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