Q1:What should I do when the schedule of the call at the closed port changes for the reason such as bad weather and the expiration date for the special permission is passed?

A1:You have to get new special permission for call at a closed port. Please consult the District Transport Bureau etc. in charge of your port of call.

Q2:What should I do when I want to add another call at closed port after getting the special permission for call at a closed port?

A2:You have to make application for call at closed port for the call at closed port you want to add. Please consult the District Transport Bureau etc. in charge of the port of call.

Q3:At which District Transport bureau should I make an application for when there are several ports of call and more than two District Transport Bureau in charge?

A3:"Make your application at the District Transport Bureau etc. in charge of the first closed port where you make a call. "

Q4:How long does it take from application to getting special permission?

A4:It usually takes 1 week for the examination after the District Transport Bureau etc. receives your application.

Q5:What should I do when I cannot specify the port of call in application for special permission for call at closed port?

A5:You cannot get a special permission unless you can specify the port of call. Specify the port of call in advance and then make your application.

Q6:What should I do when I cannot decide upon the schedule of entry at the port of call?

A6:Fill in the List of Closed Ports of Call your outline schedule of entry at the port of call at your application, and make application. However you have to fill in the precise date of call at the first closed port of call.

Q7:How can I get the notification for special permission?

A7:After the examination for special permission, the District Transport Bureau which receives your application will consult you on the way you can get the notification for special permission.

Q8:What should I do with the issued notification for special permission?

A8:You may be requested by the Japan Coast Guard etc. to show your notification for special permission. Be prepared to show it anytime for example by keeping it in your ship.

Q9:Is there any closed ports for which call is limited?

A9:Calls at some fishing ports or islands may be restricted pursuant to related laws and regulations or ordinances. Please ask the administrator of the port of call (mainly the Local Government) whether a call is restricted or not before your application for special permission.

Q10:How can I know the depth of the water and so on in order to know whether I can enter the closed port in my application?

A10:Please use charts or ask directly the office of the port of call or the marina etc.

Q11:What should I do when I cannot attach the certificate of ship's nationality?

A11:You cannot get a special permission unless you attach the certificate of ship's nationality to your application.

Q12:What address should I write in, when I have several addresses.

A12:Write in your main place of residence.