Full port entry assistance and local support for sailing vessels.
All vessel that plans to navigate to the islands need an entry permit to enter the Ecuadorian/ Galapagos waters, known as the AUTÓGRAFO and issued by the Ecuadorian Government.
The permit last 60-days and allows visitor vessels to enter the inhabited ports (see below), according to their registered itinerary.
Puerto. Ayora, Santa Cruz Island – the check in/out port.
Puerto Baquerizo Moreno, San Cristobal Island.
Puerto Villamil, Isabela Island
Puerto Velasco Ibarra, Floreana Island.
The application process takes time. We advise submitting the paperwork at least 60 days prior to your visit.
Copy of the yacht registration
Copy of the yacht insurance or P&I.
Copy of the AIS certificate or ship radio station license.
Crew list and copy of passports for all guest and crew members.
Professional hull cleaning certificate.
Fumigation certificate.
Antifouling certification.
If you’re not sure what your yacht needs for the inspection upon arrival in the Galapagos, don’t worry. Yacht Agents Galapagos provides assistance at every stage of the process.
Get started by looking over the requirements.
Our agents have the local knowledge, technical skills and professionalism that international sailors value.
We aim to provide comprehensive and inexpensive marine services to sailing vessels visiting our treasured archipielago.
Our agency fee includes among other services the following:
Entry permit – Autografo for 60 days.
Immigration clearance for the crew guests.
Submission of the paperwork with all the government offices.
Agency and Representation in each of the 4 inhabited ports with our local staff.
General support and Full assistance for the crew and guests.
Shore-based office infrastructure.
Fuel delivery services.
Emergency Assistance.
