Been going to the Islands for 10 years and the only problem, if I can even call it that, was the first visit. It took a little while for me to realize what a different social culture exists on Island vs. the States. This was purely the result of my ignorance which I'm glad to say I quickly corrected...

Well, as expected, I quess it's shame on me for asking a question and pointing out some oddities in this whole Customs Fees deal. It would have been easier to understand, at least for me, if someone who had knowledge explained that there are actually several assorted fees that are included in the &q...

Well. no inference intended for certain on my part. I was just seeking info on what I could expect to pay for "customs" charges to the BVI folks. It was not easy infomation to come by. I seek an understanding, that is all. I do not for one minute think that ALL the Charter Boat Operators i...

Capt John, Thanks for chimimg in. I don't think this should be confusing at all. Are those fees specific to a day cruising permit for the BVI or are some of them levied by the USVI or National park Authorities? Or do they all apply to Crusing to the BVI and USVI. I think it would be most helpful if ...

Gromit, I want to be clear, It is not the British Govt. They have no control over fees collected by a Charter Company. Particularly US licensed Vessels. They were quite surprised as a matter of fact. One other noteworty fact, I have always had to pay CASH for the "customs" fee. While most ...

An update, I have been assured by BVI Officials that there are no fees for an individual entering the BVI unless they have items to claim, If they arrive on a tour or charter vessel the vessel owner/operator must pay a fee of .75 cents, $2.00 or$4.00 pp depnding on season and length of stay. The ves...

Well, being the facts finatic I am, I have been in contact with The BVI Government having been refered to them by the UK Govt. as the BVI are tecnically a Crown Colony of the UK.as I'm sure many of you already know.They have their own government much like the USVI. From the information I have garner...

Pia, I hear ya.. One thing for certain,we will soon find out.. Maybe I should bring some bond $ as well.
Only jokein, certainly not worth it if it comes to that, but I need to know.

OK gang, thanks to a prompt response from bvitourisim here is the real deal which I think will come as a surprise to many. This is the e-mail involved. If you scroll down you can read what I sent and their reply begins just below with "Hi" Hope I didn't open a can of worms here but I think...

All great info thus far. I'm only interested in making certain I do what is required. I do not begrudge the boat operators some of the fee they charge for customs if they do get a % of it. I don't know that they do. I don't mind paying but like to know where and how my $ is being spent. And then the...

Thanks gromit, I always wonder the same thing as to the fees. The site I researched seems to indicate a $2.00 per person fee for boat operators but it talks about "crew". I'm awaiting a response from BVI Customs. Will advise if and when I can.. We still are planning the drop off thing, IF ...

Thanks for the replys. I am aware the Captain must cear Customs Immedately upon arrival but I thought we could do our own. Here is the BVI site I looked through. Went to several of their links about entry requirements and end up back at this one.I'm going to send them an e-mail in hopes of resolving...

WE have been on many a boat trip to the BVI's and this year are planning to get dropped off on Jost and clear customs on our own. Question is, what is the customs fee? We have always just paid the boat crew the customs charges. Also I think it's a little odd that there is a charge into the BVI and n...

Just checked out the Breath's site and Capt. Peter's Book. Sounds like a good read. Any opinons/reviews?

I hear ya. A little xtra seems to be the norm for Northerners.