5.2 The shipowner
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5.2 The shipowner

 It is the responsibility of the shipowner of the ship on which stowaways are found:

  • .1 to ensure that the existence of, and any relevant information on, the stowaway has been notified to the appropriate authorities at the port of embarkation, the next port of call and the flag State;

  • .2 to comply with any removal directions made by the competent national authorities at the port of disembarkation; and

  • .3 to cover any applicable costs relating to the removal, detention, care and disembarkation of the stowaway in accordance with the legislation of the States which may be involved.

Parent topic: 5 Responsibilities in relation to the resolution of stowaway cases
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