International Rules

Biofouling border clearance for yachts and boats

Please follow the biofouling rules for yachts arriving in New Zealand.

Before you get to New Zealand MPI will ask to see evidence that you have:

• Cleaned the vessel hull and niche areas less than 30 days before arrival.
• Keep records of any biofouling maintenance, such as receipts from haul outs or
  date-stamped photos of your clean hull.​

Find here the requirements and how to meet them

If you think you've found an aquatic pest or disease - call the MPI pest and disease
hotline 0800 80 99 66 or report here online