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Revised standard operating procedures for cruise activities in Indian waters
**Summary of DGS Order 05 of 2022: Revised Standard Operating Procedures for Cruise Activities in Indian Waters**
Applicable to:
Cruise ships, ports, security agencies, health authorities, passengers
Effective Date:
07.02.2022
Superseded Circulars:
DGS Order 37 of 2021, DGS Order 01 of 2022
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Revised Standard Operating Procedures
Cruise activities in Indian waters have been revised considering the latest developments. The revised SOP comes into force immediately.
- Key Changes: Reduced load factor (50%) for the first 15 days, gradual increase to 70% capacity after approval. Restaurant capacity restricted to 50%.
- Passenger Requirements: Both doses of vaccination and negative RT-PCR test (48 hours prior) mandatory. Negative RT-PCR test required irrespective of vaccination status.
- Port and Ship Requirements: Obtain permission from destination port authority. Onboard medical facilities and COVID-19 management plan required. Digital travel, temperature checks, and contact tracking app mandatory.
II/4 Annexure IV: Specific operating guidelines for major stakeholders (Seaports)
Important Note
Non-compliance may result in penalties and suspension of cruise activities.
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