Alcohol declaration/Bonded Store

Question 1

What does the declaration state regarding unopened bottles of alcohol?

Answer 1

It states the number of unopened bottles separated into spirits above 22%, port and fortified wines 18-22%, wine 9%-17%, and beer 0%-8% in litres, along with the location of non–duty paid or duty paid but exceeding the personal allowance.

Question 2

What other items can be declared alongside alcohol?

Answer 2

You may also declare unopened cigarettes and tobacco.

Question 3

How are cigarettes and tobacco counted in the declaration?

Answer 3

Cigarettes and cigars are counted singularly, while loose tobacco or snus is measured in grams.

Question 4

Who typically compiles and updates the declaration?

Answer 4

Generally, the Interior Manager or Chief Stew will compile and update this declaration and send it to the Purser.

Question 5

What can be done if a yacht has an extensive alcohol inventory?

Answer 5

You can use the IMO template and state ‘Please see attached’ and send the full inventory along with the declaration.