If only all the islands cleared as easily as the French. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Joy.gif" alt="" />

Good advice from rhans. <img src="http://www.traveltalkonline.com/forums/images/graemlins/Clapping.gif" alt="" />

A couple of tips for French clearance:
1. Boat length in meters
2. to find "United States" on the computer, type "eta" and the correct prompt will appear in the drop down. (the keyboard layout is different)
3. Note that European dates are day/ month/ year (as it really should be everywhere)
4. Currency in Euros instead of EC's however the US $ frequently is accepted. Clearance may have a couple of Euro fee.
5. If you use the Doyle guidebook, it may say that you can clear at Grande Anse D'Arlet at P'ti Bateau restaurant. The restaurant was closed when we were there 3 weeks ago so no clearance. The moorings are free but difficult to lift from the bow. The municipal dock has been upgraded so much nicer than it was in the spring. A nice little stop probably the closest distance from Rodney Bay. We "Q' flagged then moved on to clear in and out at St. Pierre. St. Pierre is one of our favorite stops. Anchoring area has been recently restricted to protect the historic wrecks but we had no problem finding a spot. Tour the DePaz rhum distillery if you get the chance. 10 Euro taxi ride. We have hiked both ways or taxi'd up and hiked down.
Have a great time!
6. Internet is a challenge or non-existent in many French islands.