How do I get a U.S. cruising license?
How do I get a U.S. cruising license? Cruising licenses are obtainable from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Port Director at the first port of arrival in the United States.
How long can a foreign flagged vessel stay in the US?
The Cruising Licence does however make clear that the boat can only stay in the USA for a maximum of 12 months and that it is illegal to offer the boat for sale to a US citizen within the USA without paying Import duties. The definition of ?Within the USA? is important as shown below.
What do I need to cross US border by boat?
For each person on board:
- Name.
- Date of Birth.
- Passport, NEXUS, FAST card, Enhanced Drivers Licence or Secure Certificate of Indian Status.
- Boat Registration or licence number.
- Boat name.
- Boat length.
- CBP decal number for vessels 30+ feet.
- Dinghy licence and papers.