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US Coast Guard Implements New Security Measures for Vessels from Somalia

US Coast Guard Implements New Security Measures for Vessels from Somalia

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ThreatCluster •October 30, 2026 at 14:19 UTC
  • •Somalia added to US Coast Guard's Port Security Advisory list due to inadequate antiterrorism measures.
  • •Vessels from Somalia must comply with enhanced security protocols before entering US waters.
  • •Failure to meet security requirements may result in delays or denial of entry into US ports.

The US Coast Guard has enacted additional security requirements for vessels arriving from Somalia, effective October 27, 2026, due to concerns over inadequate antiterrorism measures at Somali ports. This decision adds Somalia to the Coast Guard's Port Security Advisory list, which now includes 24 countries. Under the Maritime Transportation Security Act, vessels that have visited Somalia in their last five port calls must implement enhanced security measures, including adopting ISPS Code Security Level 2 protocols, guarding access points, and notifying the Coast Guard of compliance actions prior to arrival. Ships failing to meet these requirements may face delays or denial of entry into US ports. The Coast Guard may also board vessels to verify compliance, and armed security may be mandated if deficiencies are found. Somalia's inclusion follows the removal of Nigeria from the advisory list in August 2026, indicating a shift in the assessment of port security in the region.

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Timeline

2026-08-19
Nigeria removed from Port Security Advisory
The US Coast Guard determined that Nigeria was maintaining effective antiterrorism measures, leading to its removal from the advisory list.
En.Portnews.Ru
2026-10-27
New security measures for vessels from Somalia take effect
The US Coast Guard implemented additional security requirements for vessels arriving from Somalia due to inadequate antiterrorism measures.
Safety4Sea
2026-10-27
Somalia added to Port Security Advisory
The US Coast Guard formally added Somalia to its list of countries with inadequate port security measures, increasing the total to 24.
En.Portnews.Ru

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What security measures must vessels implement?
Vessels must implement measures equivalent to ISPS Code Security Level 2, guard access points, and notify the Coast Guard of compliance actions.
What happens if a vessel fails to comply?
Vessels that do not meet the security requirements may face delays or denial of entry into US ports.
How many countries are currently on the advisory list?
There are currently 24 countries on the US Coast Guard's Port Security Advisory list.