Ships entering U.S. Ports – Compliance and Best Practices

Calling the USA Port: A Step-by-Step Guide for Maritime Professionals: Entering a US port is unlike arriving at any other international destination. The United States has unique requirements, regulations, and procedures that every maritime professional must be aware of to ensure smooth operations and compliance. This comprehensive course is designed to guide seafarers, ship officers, and maritime operators through the entire process, from pre-arrival documentation to environmental compliance.

What You Will Learn

✅ Pre-Arrival Documentation: Learn about the specific documents required for US port entry and how to prepare them in advance.

✅ Filing and Submitting Pre-Arrival Notices: Understand electronic notices of arrival and departure, including critical points to ensure compliance.

✅ Drills and Exercises for Entering a US Port: Get insights into QI notification exercises, remote assessments, consultations, and other essential drills.

✅ Vessel General Permit (VGP) Compliance: Understand federal and state-specific VGP regulations and how they apply to your vessel.

✅ US Environmental Regulations: Avoid fines by mastering US pollution prevention regulations and compliance procedures.

✅ Ballast Water Management: Learn about federal and state-specific ballast water regulations, including ballast water reporting form requirements.

✅ Preparing for US Coast Guard Inspection: Discover essential checks before entering US waters, including security aspects, agricultural inspections, visas, and shore passes.

Who Should Enroll?

This course is ideal for: ✔ Ship Captains & Chief Officers ✔ Maritime Compliance Officers ✔ Deck & Engine Room Personnel ✔ Shipping Company Operators ✔ Marine Superintendents ✔ Anyone responsible for ensuring compliance in US territorial waters

Why Take This Course?

📌 Step-by-step guidance to make US port entry stress-free. 📌 Real-world insights from an experienced Master Mariner. 📌 Avoid penalties by ensuring full regulatory compliance. 📌 Lifetime access to the course materials for future reference.

🚢 Enroll now and navigate US port entry with confidence! 🚢