This page provides basic formality guideline for international yacht cruising in Krabi and Thai Water. Please, contact our office for further explanation or assistance.
Apart from immigration clearance other formalities can be done in person or with an agent.
The CIQ procedure for international yacht arriving Port Takola also apply to Thailand in general. This simple procedure includes immigration check in, marine department check in, and Temporary Import Entry procedure with the Thai Customs. Our marina offers a dinghy transfer to the nearby immigration office to ensure a quick and convenient procedure
Visit the immigration office with all necessary documents include passport, visa, and etc.
The marina office can report your vessel arrival on the Thai Marine Department online system. This must be completed with 48 hours of your arrival.
Temporary Import Entry “TIE” can be completed at the custom office.
The CIQ procedure for international departure is similar to international arrival but in reverse order. Custom clearance must be completed first follow by port clearance and immigration clearance.
Notify customs for an inspection of all goods and ensure documents are in order
Inform the Marine Department through the marina office and submit the departure application online
Visit immigration to finalize exit procedures with all travel documents ready
Krabi is an official port of entry into Thailand. All government offices located in Krabi Town, just 100 metres across the river from Port Takola. Krabi International Airport has increasing international flight making it very convenient for international yacht visitors.
We offer a dinghy transfer to Krabi Immigration office for formality clearance.
Krabi Immigration office is located just across the Jilad River. The office requires a minimum of 1 person to enter as a crew member who is allowed to stay up to 30 days. Extension applications are not permitted. If the crew plans to stay longer than 30 days, it is advisable to obtain a visa before arrival.
Passengers will be allowed to stay in Thailand according to visa type and country. Details on visa types can be found here.
A summary of countries entitled to Visa Exemption and Visa on Arrival to Thailand can be found here. Types of Visa
The nearest embassy before arriving in Thailand is in Penang. Visa applicants must make an advance appointment.
International arrivals and departures must submit an online application at the marina office. The application must be submitted within 48 hours.
Foreign vessels must report domestic clearance when sailing across provinces. All border clearance can be reported via MD online system
Foreign visiting yachts can stay for up to 36 months in the Kingdom. This is provided in periods of 6 months. An extension can be made in person or by an agent.
The Krabi Custom House is located at Chao Fah Pier, approximately 4.5 km from the Krabi
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