One of the most exciting parts of booking a private charter with Salty Daze USVI is the chance to cross the legendary Sir Francis Drake Channel and spend the day exploring the British Virgin Islands. Whether it’s sipping painkillers at the Soggy Dollar, swimming through The Baths, snorkeling The Indians, or dancing on the deck of the Willy T, the BVI is filled with unforgettable stops.
Before the adventure begins, there is one important step: clearing customs. Just like traveling to any foreign country, entering the British Virgin Islands requires an official check-in.
The Best Part? We Handle It for You
At Salty Daze, we make the process simple and stress-free. Our captains are experienced with BVI customs and have strong relationships with the officers at many ports of entry. From the moment you book, we begin preparing so that you can focus on enjoying your day.
- All required forms and documents are completed in advance by Kate, who gathers your details before you even step aboard Salt Shaker.
- We use a US (US Customs and Border Patrol ROAM app), a BVI-based online Customs platform, as well as BVI paper forms, to do our initial check-in process.
- When it’s time to check in, your captain will collect your passports and cash entry fees and head to the customs office while you relax on the boat or explore nearby (if allowed by customs agent approval and not guaranteed)
Where and How You Clear In
The specific port of entry depends on your itinerary, but one of the most common stops is Great Harbour on Jost Van Dyke. If that is where you clear in, you will be well-positioned to enjoy a smooth start to your day.
While your captain takes care of the paperwork and gets approval from customs, you can:
- Grab a drink at Foxy’s Tamarind Bar or Corsairs
- Sip fresh-squeezed juice and try a Johnny cake at Pinky’s, located right next to customs
- Enjoy a stroll through the harbor and ease into island time
Once customs clearance is complete and your passports are stamped, you’re free to explore the rest of the BVI.
Clearing Back into the USVI
Our company has an exclusive approval to check back into the USVI via the CPB Roam app (US Customs and Border Patrol). Which means you get to spend more time in the BVI and less time checking back into the USVI in person. Your Captain will submit your US arrival via the app, and you’ll be cleared in between the time it takes you to get from Norman Island back to Coral Bay. Easy, hassle-free and maximizes your time in the BVI!
Let Us Make It Easy
Chartering to the British Virgin Islands should feel like an escape, not a chore. At Salty Daze, we handle the logistics so you can enjoy the experience without stress. From paperwork and passports to dockside drinks and destination planning, we take care of the details from start to finish.
Book your private charter today and let us help you create an unforgettable day in the British Virgin Islands. We’ll handle the customs. You just enjoy the view.
