NEW REGULATIONS REGARDING FOREIGN VESSELS AND NORWEGIAN VESSELS WITH FOREIGN CAPTAINS’ ENTRY INTO AND NAVIGATION INTO NORWEGIAN TERRITORIAL WATERS
Must be read and accordingly complied with:
WHERE TO APPLY?
APPLICATIONS HAS TO BE MADE AT TWO (2) SEPARATE PLACES:
- SafeSeaNet Norway/Norwegian Joint Headquarters (NJHQ), Costal Surveillance Center: This regarding law regulations on entry and navigation into Norwegian territorial waters.
- Station Jan Mayen: This regarding availability and capacity on the island, and if landing at Jan Mayen is possible or not.
1. ENTRY INTO NORWEGIAN TERRITORIAL WATERS
Foreign vessels and Norwegian vessels with foreign captains’ entry into and navigation into Norwegian TTW must apply according to the above listed regulations at:
- SafeSeaNet Norway: Sign In
- Vessels’ who do not have access to SafeSeaNet Norway, can alternatively make their application through the Norwegian Joint Headquarters (NJHQ), Costal Surveillance Center (CSC) at:
2. LANDING ON JAN MAYEN
All landings by all visiting boats must apply in advance and further coordinate with the station commander before arrival.
This to ensure if there is availability in the program. There are periods with lack of capacity that will hinder ships to land. Scheduling conflicts must be avoided with already excising bookings or activity at the designated landing site.
(Due to safety reasons, this also applies for Norwegian vessels with Norwegian captains)
The station MUST be contacted at an early stage to determine if a visit on the island is possible or not. Jan Mayen is also a nature reserve that requires special considerations, both on land and sailing close to shore.
Due to extensive construction activities on Jan Mayen from the summer of 2025 through the winter of 2027/2028. Arrival and access to the island will be restricted and limited due to safety reasons.
DISCLAIMER
Please be advised that unforeseen circumstances may arise that could hinder or prevent a scheduled onshore visit to Jan Mayen. In such cases, cancellation of a landing at Jan Mayen may occur, even at short notice. We appreciate your understanding in the event of any cancellations.
Any cancellations will be made with the primary objective of ensuring safety, maintaining operational integrity, and protecting the environment..
Further information: «Guidelines for ship calls and visitors to Jan Mayen»
All cruise ships, boat and visitors are required to follow all regulations
All cruise ships, boat and visitors are also responsible for their own safety and security