BIOT (Chagos) - Immigration

Jun 07, 2025

No visa is required to visit BIOT. Visitors get a maximum of a 28 day visitation period.

BIOT Customs and Immigration officials visit the approved mooring sites to check permits and passports. The passports of all passengers/crew will be checked against the permit issued. You will be asked to explain any discrepancies.

Your passport should be valid for a minimum period of six months from the date of entry into British Indian Ocean Territory.

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