Crew effects Flashcards
(12 cards)
What should crew and guests declare on board?
Personal items such as alcohol, tobacco, cash, and valuable items.
What is the most efficient way to declare personal items?
List all crew on an Excel sheet and insert columns for each item.
Where should the declaration sheet be left?
In the crew mess, with a note on the noticeboard for completion by a certain day/time.
What should you check with the agent regarding item declaration?
How in-depth they require the declaration to be.
What does PE stand for in item declaration?
Personal Effects.
What information may be required for valuable items?
A full description of items such as watches, computers, jewellery, and phones.
What should you do if the agent requires information from guests?
Ask what items they have, complete the form for them, and request their signature.
What is the cash limit for bringing into most countries?
Usually, it is 10,000; for Italy, it is only €1,000.
What can crew do if they have more alcohol or tobacco than allowed?
At the Captain’s discretion, put items within the bonded store to be counted within the vessel’s stock.
What should be done if cash is in excess?
It should be declared with proof of its origin.
How should crew cash be treated?
Crew cash should not be counted as ships’ cash to avoid offsetting the books.
What is expected regarding the vessel’s cash allowance?
The vessel will likely bring more than the allowance posted on government websites; it must be declared.
