The Ocean Sailing Association of Southern Africa (OSASA)
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South AfricaAn online portal where all incoming vessels entering South Africa from international waters MUST register for pre-arrival authorisation before entering the first Port of Entry.
MN4-22 of 4th May 2022 issued by SAMSA and Department of Transport, stipulates that ALL small craft entering South Africa from international waters MUST register online through www.osasa.org.za for pre-arrival authorisation before entering the first Port of Entry.
This applies to South African as well as foreign boats.
See South Africa Formalities for full details.
History: During the Covid Pandemic in 2020, the South African Coastal Keelboat Clubs came together, with SA Sailing, to form a new group called OSASA (Ocean Sailing Association of Southern Africa). This body was established to negotiate and laiase with the relevant government authorities on behalf both of incoming foreign yachts and the coastal clubs welcoming them to clear the way onwards, both during the Pandemic and into the future.
Contacts:
info@osasa.org.za
Whatsapp +27 72 106 3936
www.osasa.org.za
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