I'm planning on sailing from San Diego to Ensenada MX at the end of June. I've heard people mention something called a "TIP" when taking their boat to Mexico for the first time. I bought my Ericson 33-3 last October and don't know if it has been to Mexico with the prior owner, and I can't ask him because he unfortunately passed away. Can anyone shed some light on what the "TIP" is and what I need to be aware of?
Visiting Ensenada MX. Have a question on TIP
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Pete the Cat
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Temporary import permit. There could be a problem if the boat was previously in Mexico and left without cancelling it. This is a law that seems to be enforced sporadically depending on the Port Captain you encounter. Go on line to check with Esenada Port. I think you can look up your vessel's former name and see if it is OK. Good you are checking. Folks have problems with uncancelled TIPs from previous owners.
I think that's the Mexican government program for temporarily bringing a boat into the country.
Sorry, my boat is a 35-3.
The organizers of the "Baja Ha-Ha" rally produce a really great guide for "first-time cruisers to Mexico"
Starting around page 24, it talks about the requirement for a TIP, how to get one, and how to determine if there is a prior (uncanceled) TIP on your boat
Link to the 2024 version:
Additional tidbits here:
Starting around page 24, it talks about the requirement for a TIP, how to get one, and how to determine if there is a prior (uncanceled) TIP on your boat
Link to the 2024 version:
Additional tidbits here:
A TIP From the 2024 Baja Ha-Ha First Timer's Guide
It's getting time to Head South with the 2024 Baja Ha-Ha. Make sure you have your paperwork in order, including your boat's TIP.
www.latitude38.com
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Thanks for the great advice! very appreciated.
Thank you!The organizers of the "Baja Ha-Ha" rally produce a really great guide for "first-time cruisers to Mexico"
Starting around page 24, it talks about the requirement for a TIP, how to get one, and how to determine if there is a prior (uncanceled) TIP on your boat
Link to the 2024 version:
Additional tidbits here:
A TIP From the 2024 Baja Ha-Ha First Timer's Guide
It's getting time to Head South with the 2024 Baja Ha-Ha. Make sure you have your paperwork in order, including your boat's TIP.www.latitude38.com