U.S. Boats need a USCG permit, and a License from the U.S. Treasury (33 CFR 107.200). http://www.cubacruising.net/ U.S. Treasury Web Site http://tinyurl.com/qy8v7 This is a readable summary of the U.S. Laws. http://tinyurl.com/2jtpee The USCG permit information can be seen at this link: http://tinyurl.com/2p2etv Mike _____________________________________ Capt. Mike Maurice Tigard Oregon(Near Portland)